South Africa · Festival of Lights
Diwali/Deepavali
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About Diwali/Deepavali
Diwali is celebrated by the vibrant Hindu community in South Africa as a festival of lights and renewal. It involves the lighting of oil lamps, religious prayers, and the sharing of traditional Indian delicacies. The celebration reflects the country's diverse cultural landscape and the historical roots of its Indian population.
How it's celebrated
- Lighting diyas and candles to welcome prosperity
- Drawing colourful rangoli at the entrance
- Lakshmi puja in the evening
- Sharing sweets and gifts with family and friends
When is Diwali/Deepavali in South Africa?
Diwali/Deepavali dates from 2023 to 2030
- 2023Sunday, 12 NovemberPast
- 2024Thursday, 31 OctoberPast
- 2025Monday, 20 OctoberPast
- 2026Sunday, 8 November in 7 days
- 2027Thursday, 28 Octoberin 361 days
- 2028Tuesday, 17 Octoberin 716 days
- 2029Monday, 5 Novemberin 1100 days
- 2030Saturday, 26 Octoberin 1455 days
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