| Independence Day Boipuso | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Boipuso (September 30) |
| Observed by | Botswana |
| Type | National |
| Significance | Independence from the United Kingdom in 1966. |
| Celebrations | Parades and concerts |
| Date | September 30 |
| Next time | September 30, 2025 |
| Frequency | annual |
The Independence Day of Botswana, commonly called Boipuso in Setswana, is a national holiday observed in Botswana on September 30 of every year. The date celebrates Botswana's Declaration of Independence from the United Kingdom on September 30, 1966.[1]
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, fairs, picnics, concerts, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of Botswana. Independence Day is the National Day of Botswana.[2]