Blue represents the sea and sky, yellow represents the sun, red represents the people, white represents social justice, and green represents the land. The radiating bands represent a dynamic new country.
History
Adopted on June 18, 1996. It is the third flag used by Seychelles since independence, designed to reflect the country's multi-party democracy and dynamic progress.
Construction
A 1:2 ratio. Five oblique bands radiating from the lower hoist corner: blue, yellow, red, white, and green.
Color Meanings
blue: The sky and the Indian Ocean
yellow: The sun which gives light and life
red: The people and their determination to work in unity
white: Social justice and harmony
green: The land and the natural environment
Country Facts
Population
122.7K
<0.1% of Africa
Capital
Victoria
Languages
Seychellois Creole, English, French
Continent
Africa
Subregion
Southern Africa
Landlocked
Island state
ISO 3166-1
SC
Flag Identification
Adopted
June 18, 1996
Designer
Philippe Bobone
Proportions
1:2
Total Colors
5
Primary Layout
Diagonal bands
Influences
A dynamic new country moving into the future
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