Flag of Sierra Leone
The flag of Sierra Leone has three equal horizontal stripes: green at the top, white in the middle and light blue at the bottom. The design has no emblem, star or coat of arms, and it is flown in the same form by the government and by citizens.
Colors
- Green #18B838 · 34%
- Blue #0878C8 · 33%
- White #F8F8F8 · 33%
Proportions: 2:3
Download: SVG · PNG 1200 px · WebP 640 px
Meaning of the flag of Sierra Leone
Green stands for agriculture, the country's natural resources and its mountains. White represents unity and justice, and blue the natural harbor of Freetown, which the people hope will help bring peace to the world. The flag was adopted in 1961, when Sierra Leone became independent from Britain.
Map of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone is a country in West Africa on the Atlantic coast. It borders Guinea to the north and east and Liberia to the southeast, and its capital, Freetown, lies on a mountainous peninsula facing the ocean.
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Frequently asked questions
What colors are on the flag of Sierra Leone?
The flag of Sierra Leone is green, blue, and white.
What are the proportions of the flag of Sierra Leone?
The flag of Sierra Leone has a ratio of 2:3 (height to width).
What does the flag of Sierra Leone mean?
Green stands for agriculture, the country's natural resources and its mountains. White represents unity and justice, and blue the natural harbor of Freetown, which the people hope will help bring peace to the world. The flag was adopted in 1961, when Sierra Leone became independent from Britain.
Can I download the flag of Sierra Leone?
Yes: this page has the flag of Sierra Leone as SVG (vector) and as a 1200-pixel PNG, free to download.
Flag image: Wikimedia Commons, Public domain (Zscout370).
