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Flag of Ivory Coast

Africa
29.4M
1959
Flag of Ivory Coast
CI | 2:3

Official Palette

Symbolism

Orange represents the northern savannas and fertile land, white represents peace and unity, and green represents the southern forests and hope for the future.

History

Adopted on December 3, 1959. The design is modeled after the French tricolor. It is the reverse of the Irish flag and has a different aspect ratio.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A vertical tricolor of orange, white, and green.

Color Meanings

orange: Northern savannas and the fertile land
white: Peace, unity, and purity
green: Southern forests, hope, and the radiant future

Country Facts

Population
29.4M

1.9% of Africa

Capital
Yamoussoukro
Languages
French
Continent
Africa
Subregion
West Africa
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
CI

Flag Identification

Adopted
December 3, 1959
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
3

Influences

French Tricolor (influenced by Pan-African colors)

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Flag Protocol

  • Vertical bands must be of equal width
  • Must be treated with highest honor as a national symbol

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