Namibia’s national flag has a blue upper field and green lower field separated by a red diagonal band edged in white. A golden sun appears in the upper hoist corner.

Meaning

Blue represents the sky, Atlantic Ocean and water resources; green the country’s vegetation and agriculture; red the people and their determination; and white peace and unity. The golden sun represents life and energy.

History

The flag was selected during preparations for independence and first raised when Namibia became independent on March 21, 1990.

• Adopted: March 21, 1990
• Colors: blue, red, white, green and gold
• Symbol: golden sun