Flag of Mozambique
Flag NameFlag of Mozambique
Country NameMozambique
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2MZ
Date Adopted1983-05-01
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary Colorsgreen, black, yellow, white, red
Symbolism DescriptionThe green stripe represents the riches of the Mozambican soil. The black stripe symbolizes the African continent. The yellow stripe signifies the country's mineral wealth. The red triangle at the hoist represents the struggle for independence. The white fimbriations separating the stripes symbolize peace. The yellow star represents the socialist ideal of the country and its people. The AK-47 rifle symbolizes defense and vigilance, the hoe represents the peasantry and agriculture, and the open book signifies education and knowledge.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
Has Coat of Armstrue
Canton DetailsThe flag does not have a traditional canton. Instead, it features a red isosceles triangle at the hoist, which contains the national emblem.
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is legally described in Article 194 of the Constitution of Mozambique.
Description
The national flag of Mozambique features a red isosceles triangle at the hoist, superimposed with a yellow five-pointed star, an AK-47 rifle crossed with a hoe, and an open book. The fly of the flag consists of three horizontal stripes of green, black, and yellow, separated by thin white fimbriations.
