Flag of Somalia
Flag NameFlag of Somalia
Country NameSomalia
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2SO
Date Adopted1954-10-12
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsSky blue, White
Symbolism DescriptionThe sky blue field represents the sky and the Indian Ocean surrounding Somalia, as well as the United Nations, which played a significant role in the country's path to independence. The white five-pointed star in the center symbolizes unity and the five regions where ethnic Somalis traditionally reside: British Somaliland, Italian Somaliland, French Somaliland (Djibouti), the Ogaden region of Ethiopia, and the Northern Frontier District of Kenya.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerMohammed Awale Liban
Related FlagsFlag of the United Nations
Legal DescriptionA sky blue field with a white five-pointed star in the center.
Description
The national flag of Somalia features a sky blue field with a large white five-pointed star centrally placed. The blue color is inspired by the United Nations flag, acknowledging the UN's role in Somalia's independence, and also represents the sky and the Indian Ocean. The white star symbolizes unity and the five historical regions inhabited by the Somali people.
