Symbolism
Red represents the struggle for independence, blue represents the Indian Ocean, yellow represents the 'new light of independence', and green represents the lush vegetation.
History
Adopted on March 12, 1968, the day of independence. The design was approved by the College of Arms in London and reflects the country's unique geography and history.
Construction
A 2:3 ratio. Four equal horizontal bands of red, blue, yellow, and green.
Color Meanings
red: The struggle for freedom and independence
blue: The Indian Ocean surrounding the island
yellow: The new light of independence and progress
green: Lush vegetation and agriculture
Country Facts
- Population
- 1.2M
<0.1% of Africa
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Languages
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Continent
- Africa
- Subregion
- Southern Africa
- Landlocked
- Island state
- ISO 3166-1
- MU
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- March 12, 1968
- Proportions
2:3 (≈1.500)
- Total Colors
- 4
- Primary Layout
- Horizontal bands
Influences
The four key elements of the nation's identity
Related flags
Flag Protocol
- Horizontal bands must be of equal height
- Must be treated with highest honor as a national symbol
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