# South Africans get 10 days off in December

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/december-holidays-how-to-get-10-days-off-with-4-days-leave/

South Africans can earn 10 days off in December with 4 days of annual leave. Public holidays include Day of Reconciliation, Christmas Day, Day of Goodwill, and New Year’s Day. Taking leave from Dec 28 to 31 adds to the total, with school closure affecting planning.

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