Flag of Niger

Africa

28.1M

1959

NE | 6:7

Symbolism

The orange band represents the Sahara Desert, the white band represents peace and purity, and the green band represents the fertile lands. The orange disc represents the sun.

History

Adopted on November 23, 1959. The colors were chosen to reflect the country's diverse landscape, from the desert of the north to the fertile plains of the south.

Construction

A 6:7 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of orange, white, and green with an orange disc centered.

Color Meanings

orange: The Sahara Desert and the sun

white: Peace, purity, and the Niger River

green: The fertile lands and hope for the future

Country Facts

Population: 28.1M

1.8% of Africa
Capital: Niamey
Languages: French
Continent: Africa
Subregion: West Africa
Landlocked: Yes
Borders: Algeria Benin Burkina Faso Chad Libya Mali Nigeria
ISO 3166-1: NE

Flag Identification

Adopted: November 23, 1959
Proportions: 6:7 (≈1.167)
Total Colors: 3
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Emblem

Influences

The geographical transition of the nation

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Flag Protocol

The orange disc must be centered in the white band
The flag is nearly square in shape

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