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Flag of Togo

Africa
8.1M
1960
Flag of Togo
TG | 34:55

Symbolism

Green represents agriculture, yellow represents mineral resources, and red represents the blood of martyrs. The white star represents life, purity, and independence.

History

Adopted on April 27, 1960. Designed by Paul Ahyi, it was chosen through a national competition. Its proportions are uniquely based on the golden ratio.

Construction

A 1:1.618 ratio. Five alternating green and yellow horizontal stripes with a red square canton containing a white star.

Color Meanings

green: Agriculture, nature, and hope
yellow: The fruits of labor and mineral resources
red: The blood shed for freedom and national identity
white: Life, purity, and the star of independence

Country Facts

Population
8.1M

0.5% of Africa

Capital
Lomé
Languages
French
Continent
Africa
Subregion
West Africa
Landlocked
No
Borders
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ISO 3166-1
TG

Flag Identification

Adopted
April 27, 1960
Designer
Paul Ahyi
Proportions

34:55 (≈1.618)

3455
De Jure Ratio
1:1.618
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Horizontal bands
Key Symbols
Canton, Emblem, Stars

Influences

The Golden Ratio (1.618:1)

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Flag Protocol

  • The white star must be centered in the red canton
  • Alternating green and yellow stripes must be uniform in width

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