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Flag of Senegal

Africa
18.6M
1960
Flag of Senegal
SN | 2:3

Official Palette

Symbolism

Green represents Islam and hope, yellow represents wealth and fruits of labor, and red represents the struggle for independence. The green star represents the unity of the nation.

History

Adopted on August 20, 1960. It was originally used by the Mali Federation, but the central Kanaga symbol was replaced with a five-pointed star when Senegal became independent.

Construction

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

Color Meanings

green: Islam, hope, and the fertility of the land
yellow: Wealth, progress, and the fruits of work
red: The blood shed for independence and the struggle for freedom

Country Facts

Population
18.6M

1.2% of Africa

Capital
Dakar
Languages
French
Continent
Africa
Subregion
West Africa
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
SN

Flag Identification

Adopted
August 20, 1960
Proportions

2:3 (≈1.500)

23
Total Colors
3
Primary Layout
Vertical bands
Key Symbols
Stars

Influences

Pan-African colors and Islamic star symbolism

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Flag Protocol

  • The green star must be centered in the yellow band
  • Vertical bands must be of equal width

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