Government approves 2023 public holidays

Government approves 2023 public holidays

By Navitalai Naivalurua
Sunday 10/07/2022
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People can now start planning for their activities for 2023 as the government have approved 10 holidays for next year.

Easter Weekend will be from the 7th to the 10th of April, Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday is on the 2nd of October while Diwali will be celebrated on the 13th of November.

Minister for Employment, Parveen Bala says the announcement will allow Fijians and all relevant stakeholders to plan their activities for next year.

2023 Public Holidays

1. New Year’s Day – Monday, 2 January 2. Good Friday – Friday, 7 April 3. Easter Saturday – Saturday, 8 April 4. Easter Monday – Monday, 10 April 5. Constitution Day – Thursday, 7 September 6. Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday – Monday, 2 October 7. Fiji Day – Tuesday, 10 October 8. Diwali – Monday, 13 November 9. Christmas Day – Monday, 25 December 10. Boxing Day – Tuesday, 26 December

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