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Flag of South Sudan
The national flag of South Sudan

The flag of South Sudan is an important symbol for the country. It has a mix of colors and shapes, each with a special meaning. This flag was chosen in 2005. This was before South Sudan became an independent country in 2011. The flag helps tell the story of the nation's journey and its people's dreams.

What the Flag Looks Like

The flag of South Sudan has several parts. It is a horizontal tricolour, meaning it has three main horizontal stripes. These stripes are black, red, and green. There are also thin white stripes that separate these main colors. On the left side of the flag, there is a blue triangle. Inside this blue triangle, there is a gold star.

Colors and Their Meanings

Each color on the flag represents something important about South Sudan:

  • Black stands for the people of South Sudan. It shows their strong spirit and their rich heritage.
  • Red reminds everyone of the blood shed during the fight for freedom. It honors the brave people who sacrificed for the country's independence.
  • Green represents the country's rich land and natural resources. It symbolizes the fertile soil and the hope for a good future.
  • White stripes show peace. They represent the peace that the people of South Sudan want to live in.
  • Blue triangle stands for the waters of the Nile River. The Nile is a very important river for life in South Sudan.
  • Gold star represents the bright future of South Sudan. It also stands for the unity of the country's different states and people.

When the Flag Was Adopted

The current design of the South Sudanese flag was adopted on July 9, 2005. This was part of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. This agreement helped end a long conflict and led to South Sudan becoming an independent nation. The flag was first used by the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A). This group fought for the rights and freedom of the people of South Sudan.

Images for kids

  • Independence 5

    Man with South Sudan flag, 2011

  • Flag of Anglo-Egyptian Sudan (1914–1922)

    Flags used in Anglo-Egyptian Sudan (1914–1922)

  • Flag of South Sudan (proposal)

    Proposed flag of the Republic of South Sudan

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See also

In Spanish: Bandera de Sudán del Sur para niños

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