Cabo Verde Flag
National Flag of Cabo Verde
Cabo Verde Flag Display
Quick Facts About Cabo Verde and flag of Cabo Verde
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- 3:5
- Capital:
- Praia
- Population:
- 583,000
Cabo Verde Flag - Description
The flag of Cabo Verde features a blue field with a white horizontal stripe in the center, bordered by two red stripes. In the lower hoist corner is a circle of ten yellow five-pointed stars. The blue represents the ocean and sky, white symbolizes peace, red represents the blood shed for independence, and the ten stars represent the ten main islands of the archipelago.
Cabo Verde Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
Blue represents the Atlantic Ocean and sky; white symbolizes peace; red stands for national resolve; the ten stars represent the nation’s islands; colours also link historic ties to Portugal and the United States.
Cabo Verde Flag - History and Origins
Originally upon independence in 1975 Cape Verde shared a PAIGC-based red-green-yellow flag with Guinea-Bissau. In 1992, after a return to democratic elections, the new design was adopted on 22 September to reflect break from socialist past and assert national identity.
Cabo Verde Flag - Design Elements
Five stripes: top blue half‑height, then white-red-white thin stripes each 1/12 flag height, bottom blue 1/4 height. Ten yellow stars in a circle centered on red stripe, positioned at 3/8 flag length from hoist. Official dimensions per constitution and color standards defined.
Cabo Verde Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Flown daily at government institutions and during national holidays, including Independence Day (5 July). Must be raised at sunrise, lowered at sunset, maintained clean, and half‑masted in official mourning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Cabo Verde Flag represent?
Blue represents the Atlantic Ocean and sky; white symbolizes peace; red stands for national resolve; the ten stars represent the nation’s islands; colours also link historic ties to Portugal and the United States.
When was the Cabo Verde Flag adopted?
The Cabo Verde flag was adopted on 1992, marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Cabo Verde Flag?
The Cabo Verde flag has an aspect ratio of 3:5, which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.