General Prayer Day in the Central African Republic
General Prayer Day is listed on June 30 in the Central African Republic’s calendar, with its type given as public.[1]
Date and calendar listing
General Prayer Day is on June 30 each year. The date is fixed rather than tied to a moving religious calendar, so the weekday changes from year to year. No substitute or observed day is listed when June 30 falls on a weekend.[1]
The holiday is classified as public. Visitors should confirm arrangements directly with the office or business they need to visit.[1]
Legal and work context
Work on Sundays and public holidays is not compulsory in the Central African Republic. People who work on those days are paid under the overtime rules in force.[2]
The International Labour Organization’s NATLEX record identifies the country’s 2009 Labour Code as a national law. The record describes its provisions on employment, wages and working conditions, but does not set out a rule specific to General Prayer Day or list the holiday’s legal basis.[3]
What visitors can confirm
Ask local organisers about any prayers, interfaith gatherings, church or mosque services, meals or regional customs for General Prayer Day.
The sources do not provide holiday-specific opening hours for government offices, banks, schools, shops or transport. The general rule that work on public holidays is not compulsory is not a closure notice for every workplace or route. If you have an appointment or journey on June 30, check with the relevant office, bank, carrier or business before setting out.[2]
General Prayer Day: frequently asked questions
When is General Prayer Day?
It is listed on June 30 each year. No substitute day is listed when the date falls on a weekend.[1]
Is it a public holiday?
Are offices, banks and shops closed?
Check opening hours with the office, bank or shop before you go.
Are special prayer services or foods part of the day?
Ask local organisers about any services, customs, events or foods for General Prayer Day in the Central African Republic.
Sources and references
Sources used for General Prayer Day in Central African Republic:
- Constitution of the Central African Republic of March 30, 2016- WIPO Lex
- Plan d’action pour la prévention des exploitation et abus sexuels et harcèlement sexuel pendant l’exécution des activités du Projet d’investissement et de compétitivité des entreprises pour l’emploi- Ministry of Finance and Budget, Central African Republic
- Loi nº 09-004 du 29 janvier 2009 portant Code du travail de la République centrafricaine- International Labour Organization, NATLEX