Flag of Senegal

SN · 2:3

Official Palette

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Symbolism

Green represents Islam, hope, and progress. Yellow represents wealth and the fruits of work. Red represents the struggle for independence. The green star represents the unity of the nation and Islam.

History

Adopted on August 20, 1960. It was originally the flag of the Mali Federation (with Mali), but the central figure was replaced with a star when Senegal became a separate state.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A vertical tricolor of green, yellow, and red with a green five-pointed star centered in the yellow band.

Country Specifications

Capital: Dakar
Population: 18.6M

1.2% of Africa
Languages: French
Continent: Africa
Subregion: West Africa
Landlocked: No
Borders: Gambia Guinea Guinea-Bissau Mali Mauritania
ISO 3166-1: SN

Flag Identification

Adopted: August 20, 1960
Proportions: 2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors: 3
Primary Layout: Vertical bands
Key Symbols: Star or stars

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