Armed Forces Day in São Tomé and Príncipe in 2023

 

When is Armed Forces Day?

Armed Forces Day (Dia das Forças Armadas) is a public holiday on the island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe observed on September 6th each year. 

Traditions of Armed Forces Day

The armed forces of São Tomé and Príncipe are thought to be the smallest in Africa, with around 300 active personnel. Ironically this has meant that military coups, an unfortunately common event in many African countries in the second half of the 20th century, have twice proved ineffective on the islands. The failed coup of 2003 led to the reorganisation of the military forces.

According to the CIA World Factbook, the Armed Forces of Sao Tome and Principe (Forcas Armadas de Sao Tome e Principe, FASTP) consists of the Army, Coast Guard of Sao Tome e Principe (Guarda Costeira de Sao Tome e Principe, GCSTP; also called "Navy") and th Presidential Guard, National Guard (2019)

The main initiative that marks Armed Forces Day is the swearing-in act of new recruits to the army.

How long until Armed Forces Day?
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Dates of Armed Forces Day in São Tomé and Príncipe
2025 Sat, Sep 6 National Holiday 2024 Fri, Sep 6 National Holiday 2023 Wed, Sep 6 National Holiday 2022 Tue, Sep 6 National Holiday 2021 Mon, Sep 6 National Holiday
Summary
The main initiative that marks Armed Forces day is the swearing-in act of new recruits to the army.
Local name
Dia das Forças Armadas