Flag of Zimbabwe
Flag NameFlag of Zimbabwe
Country NameZimbabwe
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2ZW
Date Adopted1980-04-18
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary Colorsgreen, yellow, red, black, white
Symbolism DescriptionThe green stripes represent the agriculture and rural areas of Zimbabwe. The yellow (gold) stripes symbolize the country's mineral wealth. The red stripes represent the blood shed during the liberation struggle. The black central stripe represents the black majority population. The white triangle on the hoist side signifies peace. The red five-pointed star within the triangle represents the nation's socialist aspirations and internationalism. The yellow Zimbabwe Bird, superimposed on the star, is a national emblem representing the ancient heritage of Zimbabwe, derived from soapstone carvings found at the Great Zimbabwe ruins.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown
Canton DetailsA white triangle on the hoist side, containing a red five-pointed star with a yellow Zimbabwe Bird superimposed on it.
Legal DescriptionThe design and specifications of the flag are enshrined in the Constitution of Zimbabwe.
Description
The national flag of Zimbabwe consists of seven horizontal stripes of green, yellow, red, black, red, yellow, and green. On the hoist side, there is a white triangle containing a red five-pointed star with a yellow Zimbabwe Bird superimposed on it.
