Flag of Zimbabwe
Colors
#319208
#FFD200
#DE2010
#000000
#FFFFFF
Meaning & Symbolism
Green represents agriculture and rural areas, yellow the mineral wealth, red the blood shed, black the African heritage, and white peace. The Zimbabwe Bird is an ancient national symbol, and the red star represents socialism.
History
Adopted on April 18, 1980 when Southern Rhodesia became Zimbabwe upon independence.
Curiosities
The Zimbabwe Bird is based on soapstone statuettes found in the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, over 800 years old.
