Friday, December 5th Declared Statutory Public Holiday for 2025 Farmers' DayThe Ministry of the Interior has officially declared Friday, December 5, 2025, as a statutory public holiday across Ghana.
This declaration is in observance of National Farmers' Day, a day set aside annually to recognize and honor the hardworking farmers and fisherfolk who feed the nation and contribute significantly to Ghana's economy.
In a press statement issued today, Friday, November 28, 2025, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak (MP), confirmed that the day should be observed as a holiday throughout the country.
The Official Statement
The full text of the declaration is as follows:
Declaration Of Friday, 5th December 2025, as a Public Holiday.
The General Public is hereby informed that Friday, 5th December 2025, which marks FARMERS DAY, is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country.
SIGNED:
MUNTAKA MOHAMMED-MUBARAK (MP)
MINISTER FOR THE INTERIOR
Issued this Friday, the 28th day of November, 2025.
Celebrating Our Heroes
As the country prepares for the holiday next week, citizens are encouraged to use the day not only for rest but to reflect on the theme of this year's celebration and support local agriculture. Whether attending the national durbar or simply patronizing locally grown produce, every effort counts in boosting the sector.
Businesses, schools, and government offices will remain closed on Friday, December 5th, in compliance with the statutory declaration.
Happy Farmers' Day in advance to all our gallant farmers and fisherfolk!
