Cameroon Flag
National Flag of Cameroon
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What does the Cameroon flag mean?
Green stands for southern forests; yellow reflects the northern savannas and abundant sunlight; red symbolizes unity and sovereignty; the gold central star—known as 'the star of unity'—reinforces the nation’s cohesion. Cameroon was among the earliest African nations to adopt Pan‑African colours.
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Quick facts
- Adopted:
- 1975
- Aspect Ratio:
- 2:3
- Capital:
- Yaoundé
- Population:
- 27.2 million
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The flag of Cameroon features three vertical stripes of green, red, and yellow, with a yellow five-pointed star in the center of the red stripe. The green represents the southern forests, red symbolizes unity and independence, yellow represents the northern savannas and the sun, and the star represents unity.
Cameroon Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
Cameroon Flag - History and Origins
Originally introduced in 1961 for the Federal Republic of Cameroon (with two stars), the single‑star vertical design was adopted when Cameroon became a unitary republic in 1975, signaling political consolidation.
Cameroon Flag - Design Elements
Three vertical stripes (green‑red‑yellow) with a centrally positioned gold star in the red band. Official HEX shades: Green #007A5E, Red #CE1126, Yellow #FCD116; all geometry defined by law.
Cameroon Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Displayed on government buildings, national events, and professed unity ceremonies. Must be treated with respect, hoisted at sunrise and lowered at sunset, and flown at half‑mast during mourning; misuse is socially discouraged.
Further reading: Flag of Cameroon on Wikipedia
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The Cameroon Flag shares design elements with other national flags. These comparisons show how to tell them apart and why they look alike:
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Cameroon Flag represent?
Green stands for southern forests; yellow reflects the northern savannas and abundant sunlight; red symbolizes unity and sovereignty; the gold central star—known as 'the star of unity'—reinforces the nation’s cohesion. Cameroon was among the earliest African nations to adopt Pan‑African colours.
When was the Cameroon Flag adopted?
1975
What is the aspect ratio of the Cameroon Flag?
The Cameroon flag has an aspect ratio of 2:3.