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Flag of Mozambique

Africa
34.6M
1983
Flag of Mozambique
MZ | 2:3

Official Palette

Symbolism

Green represents the land and riches of the country. Black represents the African continent and the color of the people. Yellow represents the nation's mineral wealth. White represents peace and justice. The rifle represents defense and vigilance, the hoe represents agriculture, and the open book represents education.

History

Adopted on May 1, 1983, replacing the flag used since independence in 1975. The design incorporates the emblem of the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO) and was chosen to represent the socialist People's Republic established after Portuguese colonial rule ended.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio tricolor of green, black, and yellow separated by white fimbriations, with a red triangle at the hoist bearing the national emblem.

Color Meanings

green: The land and its agricultural wealth
black: The African continent and identity
yellow: Mineral resources and the sun
white: Peace, justice, and the book of knowledge
red: The band connecting the emblem to the flag field

Country Facts

Population
34.6M

2.2% of Africa

Capital
Maputo
Languages
Portuguese
Continent
Africa
Subregion
Central Africa
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
MZ

Flag Identification

Adopted
May 1, 1983
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
5
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Emblem, Stars, Weapon

Influences

FRELIMO liberation struggle symbols
Marxist-Leninist emblem tradition

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Flag Protocol

  • The emblem must appear on a red triangle at the hoist
  • Must be flown on June 25 (Independence Day) and other national holidays

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