Flag of Congo - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of the Democratic Republic of the Congo features a sky-blue field with a yellow star and a red diagonal stripe edged in yellow, symbolizing hope and unity.Its colors represent peace, prosperity, and the blood of those who fought for independence.

The National Flag of Congo

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Republic of the Congo Flag Facts

CountryRepublic of the Congo
CapitalBrazzaville
CurrencyCentral African CFA Franc (XAF)
Official LanguageFrench
ISO Country CodeCOG
Adopted On15 September 1959 (restored in 1991)
Design ByBased on Pan-African colors
National Day15 August (Independence Day)
National SongLa Congolaise (National Anthem)
Flag Ratio3:4
ColorsGreen, Yellow, and Red
DesignDiagonal tricolor with green at the hoist, yellow running diagonally from bottom hoist to top fly, and red at the fly
Center SymbolNone
Meaning of GreenAgriculture, forests, and natural wealth
Meaning of YellowFriendship, nobility, and natural resources
Meaning of RedStruggle for independence and bravery
Cultural InfluenceStrongly influenced by Pan-Africanism and the independence movement
Unique FeatureOne of the few national flags with a diagonal tricolor design
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