Friday, July 4 Declared Public Holiday – Interior Ministry Confirms

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The Ministry of the Interior has officially declared Friday, July 4, 2025, as a public holiday across Ghana. This follows the recent amendment to the country’s holiday framework approved by Parliament.

Republic Day Recognised – Friday Declared for Observance

In a press statement dated June 26, 2025, the Ministry explained that although Republic Day falls on Tuesday, July 1, the holiday will instead be observed on Friday, July 4, by Executive Instrument (E.I.) issued by the President in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act, 2021 (Act 601).

The release, signed by Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, instructed that the holiday be “observed as such throughout the country.”

Changes to Ghana’s Public Holiday Calendar

The announcement follows Parliament’s passage of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which introduced sweeping reforms to Ghana’s statutory holiday schedule.

Key changes include:

  • July 1 officially recognised as Republic Day and declared a public holiday.
  • August 4 removed from the list of statutory holidays.
  • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day renamed Founder’s Day, to be celebrated on September 21, aligning with the birthday of Ghana’s first President.
  • Introduction of a new Muslim holiday, Shaqq Day, to be observed the day after Eid ul-Fitr, fulfilling a campaign promise by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Rationale Behind Holiday Adjustments

According to the Defence and Interior Committee’s report, the reforms aim to “restructure the holiday framework in a manner that is inclusive, historically accurate, and productivity-driven.”

Friday, July 4 Declared Public Holiday – Interior Ministry Confirms

The amended law also gives the President discretionary powers to shift midweek public holidays to the nearest Friday, with the goal of improving productivity and reducing economic disruptions.

Parliamentary Debate and National Significance

Parliament’s debate on the amendments was marked by disagreements over the symbolic significance of holidays—particularly Founder’s Day, with opposing views on whether it should be tied solely to Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s birthday or to a collective founding history.

The newly structured holiday schedule is expected to foster national unity, recognise cultural diversity, and reduce midweek disruptions in business and governance.

Read Also: Parliament Amends Public Holidays Law: July 1 Restored, August 4 Scrapped

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  • Daniel Ablordey

    Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.

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Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.
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