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The Ministry for the Interior has reminded the general public that Friday, March 6, 2026, marks Independence Day and is to be observed as a statutory public holiday throughout the country.

In a notice posted on its official Facebook page on Monday, March 2, the ministry stated that the day should be recognised and observed as such across all regions, in accordance with national law governing public holidays.

“The general public is hereby informed that Friday, March 6, marks Independence Day, which is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country.“

Independence Day commemorates Ghana’s historic attainment of self-rule from British colonial administration on 6 March 1957 — a milestone that made the nation the first in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence.

The day is traditionally marked by national parades, ceremonial events and reflections on the country’s democratic journey and socio-economic progress.