All Saints’ Day in Burundi
All Saints’ Day, called Toussaint in Burundi’s official holiday list, is observed on 1 November and classified there as a Catholic holiday. Burundi’s 2021 holiday decree includes the date among public holidays designated as non-working and paid.[1][2]
A fixed date in Burundi’s holiday law
Burundi’s 2021 decree sets out the country’s list of public holidays and includes 1 November for All Saints’ Day. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also lists “Toussaint” on that date and labels it Catholic.[1][2]
The decree describes the listed holidays as non-working and paid. Check with your workplace about its arrangements and the treatment of essential services. Check official notices for any special arrangement when 1 November falls on a Sunday.[1][2]
The feast and its meaning
The Ministry’s Catholic label connects Burundi’s public observance with the Christian feast. In Catholic teaching, All Saints’ Day honours saints across generations; the Vatican describes the feast as a celebration of all the saints and the communion linking the living Church with the Church in heaven.[2][3]
This is the general religious meaning of the feast, rather than evidence of a distinct Burundian origin or a uniform local practice. The feast honours saints across generations.[3]
Planning around the holiday
For residents and visitors, the official listing is a reason to check arrangements before making a trip to a public office or other service. The holiday decree establishes non-working status for the listed day. Check opening hours with the office, bank, shop, church or attraction before you go.[1]
Check directly with the office, business or transport provider you plan to use; the national holiday listing alone does not confirm that a particular service will be closed or open.[1][2]
Frequently asked questions
Is All Saints’ Day a public holiday in Burundi?
When is All Saints’ Day observed in Burundi?
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists Toussaint on 1 November.[2]
Does Burundi automatically give a substitute day when 1 November falls on a Sunday?
The Ministry’s holiday listing gives 1 November but does not state an automatic substitute-day rule. Check official notices for any special arrangement.[2]
What is open on the day?
The decree establishes the holiday’s non-working status. Check opening hours with the service or business before travelling.[1]
Sources and references
Sources used for All Saints' Day in Burundi:
- Décret n°100/150 du 07 juin 2021 portant modification du décret n° 100/182 du 17 juillet 2006 fixant la liste et le régime des jours fériés- Présidence de la République du Burundi
- Official Holidays- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Burundi
- Angelus, 1 November 1997 - All Saints- The Holy See