Easter Monday 2025
Date: April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Country: Malawi Public Holidays
Description
Easter Monday in Malawi is a public holiday that comes the day after Easter Sunday. It usually falls in March or April. The exact date changes each year because it follows a church calendar based on the moon.
The holiday has deep meaning for many people in Malawi. It continues the celebration of Jesus rising from the dead, which is the central event of the Christian faith. For Christians this time brings hope, renewal, and the promise of new life.
Easter Monday is also a time when people rest and reflect. Schools, government offices, and many businesses close for the day. This pause gives families and communities a chance to be together and remember what the Easter season stands for.
Because Malawi has many Christians, Easter Monday is an important national moment. It helps bring people together and reminds the nation about faith, renewal, and shared values that matter to many citizens.
Traditions
On Easter Monday in Malawi families visit relatives and friends. People often wear bright clothes. Many start the day at church with music and prayer. The mood stays joyful and peaceful.
Groups gather for picnic style meals near homes or in fields. Common foods include nsima with chicken, fish, beans and vegetable relishes. Sweet cakes and fruits are shared. People bring extra food to give to neighbors who need it.
Children play games and sometimes hunt for painted eggs in villages and towns. Youth organize football matches and singing contests. Traditional music and gospel songs keep everyone dancing.
Communities also use the day to help each other. Neighbors exchange greetings and small gifts. Markets are busy and friendly.
Travel Tips
Many banks, government offices and some shops close on Easter Monday. Expect busy roads and crowded buses early morning and late afternoon. Book long distance travel and ferries in advance, carry enough cash, and check opening hours for attractions and lodges.
Join community markets or public events to support local sellers. Stay visible in groups, keep valuables secure, drink water and use sunscreen. If you plan to visit rural areas, tell your lodge and allow extra travel time for road delays and informal gatherings.