Flag of Djibouti

DJ · 2:3

Symbolism

Green represents the land, blue represents the sea and sky, and white represents peace. The red star represents the struggle for independence and unity.

History

Adopted on June 27, 1977, the day of independence from France. The design was inspired by the flag of the Ligue Populaire Africaine pour l'Independance.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. Two equal horizontal bands of blue and green with a white isosceles triangle at the hoist containing a red star.

Country Specifications

Capital: Djibouti
Population: 1.1M

<0.1% of Africa
Languages: Arabic, French
Continent: Africa
Subregion: Horn of Africa
Landlocked: No
Borders: Eritrea Ethiopia Somalia
ISO 3166-1: DJ

Flag Identification

Adopted: June 27, 1977
Designer: Mahamoud Harbi
Proportions: 2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors: 4
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Star or stars

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