Symbolism
Green represents Islam and hope, while yellow (gold) represents the Sahara Desert. The crescent and star are symbols of Islam. The red stripes honor those who died for the country.
History
The original green flag was adopted in 1959. In 2017, two red stripes were added following a national referendum to honor the country's martyrs and defenders.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. A green field with two red horizontal bands and a gold crescent and star in the center.
Color Meanings
green: Islam, hope, and the fertility of the south
yellow: The sands of the Sahara Desert and mineral wealth
red: The blood shed by those who fought for independence
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- August 15, 2017
- Proportions
2:3 (≈1.500)
- Total Colors
- 3
- Primary Layout
- Horizontal bands
- Key Symbols
- Crescent, Emblem, Stars
Influences
Islamic symbols and the geography of the Sahara
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- The yellow crescent and star must be centered on the green field
- The two red stripes must be at the top and bottom edges
Practice
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