Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag
National Flag of Congo (Democratic Republic)
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag Display
Quick Facts About Congo (Democratic Republic) and flag of Congo (Democratic Republic)
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- 3:4
- Capital:
- Kinshasa
- Population:
- 95.9 million
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag - Description
The flag of the Democratic Republic of the Congo features a sky blue field with a yellow-bordered red diagonal stripe from the lower hoist to the upper fly, and a yellow five-pointed star in the upper hoist corner. The blue represents peace, the red symbolizes the blood of the country's martyrs, the yellow represents the country's wealth, and the star represents the bright future of the nation.
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
Blue signifies peace and optimism; the red stripe represents the blood of martyrs; its yellow border indicates the nation’s mineral wealth; the yellow star symbolizes unity and a bright future.
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag - History and Origins
Following the 2005 constitution, the flag reinstated the design used between 1963‑71 and 1997‑2006. It marks unity under the ‘Third Republic’ and a return to national ideals.
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag - Design Elements
Blue base with red diagonal stripe bordered in yellow, from lower‑hoist to upper‑fly; yellow star in the canton. Exact Pantone/HEX colours: blue #007FFF, red #CE1021, yellow #F7D618.
Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Used across government institutions, embassies, and at Independence Day (30 June) events. It must be raised midnight to sunset, half‑masted during mourning, and treated with respect under national flag law.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag represent?
Blue signifies peace and optimism; the red stripe represents the blood of martyrs; its yellow border indicates the nation’s mineral wealth; the yellow star symbolizes unity and a bright future.
When was the Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag adopted?
The Congo (Democratic Republic) flag was adopted on 2006, marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Congo (Democratic Republic) Flag?
The Congo (Democratic Republic) flag has an aspect ratio of 3:4, which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.