Flag of Somaliland facts for kids
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| Use | National flag  |
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| Proportion | 1:2 |
| Adopted | October 14, 1996 |
| Design | Green, white, and red colours, with the Shahada written in white on the green stripe, and a black 5-pointed star on the white stripe |
The flag of Somaliland is the special national flag of Somaliland. A flag is a symbol that represents a country and its people. The Somaliland flag has important colors and symbols that tell a story about the nation.
The flag shows the Shahada written in white. This is a very important phrase in Islam. It means "there is no other God except Allah, Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah". This phrase is a core belief for many people in Somaliland.
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What the Flag Looks Like
The flag of Somaliland has three main horizontal stripes. Each stripe is a different color.
- The top stripe is green.
- The middle stripe is white.
- The bottom stripe is red.
On the green stripe, you can see the Shahada written in white letters. This part of the flag points to the country's strong Islamic faith.
On the white stripe, there is a black, five-pointed star. This star is another important symbol on the flag.
The Meaning Behind the Flag
Each color and symbol on the Somaliland flag has a special meaning:
- Green stands for peace and prosperity. It also represents the Islamic faith.
- White symbolizes purity and the idea that the country wants to live in peace.
- Red represents the blood shed by those who fought for Somaliland's freedom.
- The Shahada shows that Islam is the official religion of Somaliland.
- The black star represents the dream of a greater Somalia. It reminds people of the five areas where Somali people live in the Horn of Africa.
When Was the Flag Adopted?
The current flag of Somaliland was officially adopted on October 14, 1996. Before this, Somaliland used different flags. This flag was chosen to represent the country's new path and its hopes for the future.
How the Flag is Used
The flag of Somaliland is flown on many important occasions. You can see it at government buildings, schools, and during national celebrations. It is a proud symbol for the people of Somaliland. The flag helps unite the country and shows its unique identity to the world.
Images for kids
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Somali women at an independence day celebration wearing the flag of Somaliland
See also
In Spanish: Bandera de Somalilandia para niños
