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These African Countries Don’t Celebrate Christmas

Across Africa, the recognition of Christmas Day varies significantly, influenced by religious composition, historical context, and cultural traditions.

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In several nations, December 25 is not officially celebrated.

These include Sudan, Somalia, Senegal, Morocco, and Mauritania. Other countries where the day is not widely observed include Mali, Algeria, Chad, Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, and Libya.

These examples highlight the continent’s diverse approach to Christmas: in some countries, it is a major public holiday; in others, it is quietly celebrated by minority communities, while in certain places it is observed on a different date altogether.

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