Djibouti Flag
National Flag of Djibouti
Djibouti Flag Display
Quick Facts About Djibouti and flag of Djibouti
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- 2:3
- Capital:
- Djibouti City
- Population:
- Approximately 1 million (2023)
Djibouti Flag - Description
The flag of Djibouti features two horizontal bands of light blue and light green, with a white triangle on the hoist side containing a red five-pointed star. The light blue represents the sea and sky, the light green symbolizes the earth and the country's natural resources, the white triangle represents peace, and the red star symbolizes unity and the blood shed for independence.
Djibouti Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
Blue represents the Somali Issa people, the sky, and sea; green denotes the Afar people and the land’s prosperity; white stands for peace; the red star symbolizes unity, the blood shed for independence, and Djibouti as one of five Somali regions.
Djibouti Flag - History and Origins
Designed in the 1960s by the Front for the Liberation of the Somali Coast, the flag was first raised upon independence from France on 27 June 1977.
Djibouti Flag - Design Elements
Equal horizontal bands of light blue (top) and green (bottom), white triangle touching the hoist, red star in its center. Proportions 2:3. Exact shades described in national legislation.
Djibouti Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Flown at sunrise and lowered at sunset on government buildings, embassies, and national holidays. Displays must show respect; desecration or improper use is socially frowned upon and subject to rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Djibouti Flag represent?
Blue represents the Somali Issa people, the sky, and sea; green denotes the Afar people and the land’s prosperity; white stands for peace; the red star symbolizes unity, the blood shed for independence, and Djibouti as one of five Somali regions.
When was the Djibouti Flag adopted?
The Djibouti flag was adopted on 27 June 1977, marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Djibouti Flag?
The Djibouti flag has an aspect ratio of 2:3, which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.