Equatorial Guinea Independence Day is celebrated annually on October 12th. This public holiday commemorates the country’s freedom from Spanish colonization. All public facilities are closed. Equatorial Guinea is a Central African country that’s composed of the Rio Muni mainland and five volcanic offshore islands. The country has a rich cultural heritage, and Independence Day is celebrated with traditional music, dance, and food. It is a day of national pride and unity, with parades and speeches by government officials.