Flag of Somalia

SO · 2:3

Symbolism

The blue background was inspired by the United Nations flag, acknowledging the UN's role in Somalia's transition to independence. The five-pointed star (Star of Unity) represents the five regions where Somali people lived: British Somaliland, Italian Somaliland, French Somaliland (Djibouti), the Ogaden (Ethiopia), and the Northern Frontier District (Kenya).

History

Adopted on October 12, 1954. Designed by Mohammed Awale Liban, it was used as the flag of the Trust Territory of Somaliland before full independence.

Construction

A 2:3 ratio. A light blue field with a large white five-pointed star centered.

Country Specifications

Capital: Mogadishu
Population: 19.7M

1.3% of Africa
Languages: Arabic, Somali
Continent: Africa
Subregion: Horn of Africa
Landlocked: No
Borders: Djibouti Ethiopia Kenya
ISO 3166-1: SO

Flag Identification

Adopted: October 12, 1954
Designer: Mohammed Awale Liban
Proportions: 2:3 (≈0.67)
Total Colors: 2
Key Symbols: Central emblem

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