The flag of South Sudan is composed of three horizontal stripes of black, red, and green, separated by white lines, and a light blue triangle with a yellow star in the center on the left. The black represents the people of South Sudan; the red symbolizes the blood shed during the country's long struggle for independence; the green signifies the nation's lush land and agricultural resources; and the white represents peace. The blue triangle represents the waters of the Nile River and other major rivers that flow through the country, while the gold star embodies unity, hope, and the guiding light for the nation's aspirations and future. Collectively, the flag embodies the resilience, struggle, and promising future of South Sudan as a young nation.
Proportion: | 1:2 |
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Adopted: | July 9, 2005 August 25, 2023 (colors standardized) |
Designed by: | Samuel Ajak |
Flag image: | Animated GIF (25 frames looped) |
Flag emoji code: | 🇸🇸 |
The coat of arms of South Sudan features an African fish eagle, embodying the ideals of strength, endurance, and glory while also highlighting the nation's soaring aspirations. Adorning the eagle's chest are a spade, representing the core value of hard work, and a traditional yellow shield and spear, symbolizing the safeguarding of national sovereignty. A white ribbon positioned below the shield bears the national motto "Justice, Freedom, Prosperity," underscoring South Sudan's unwavering dedication to these fundamental principles. Additionally, a yellow ribbon proudly displays the official name of the country, the "Republic of South Sudan," further reinforcing the nation's identity and pride.
South Sudan, officially known as the Republic of South Sudan, is a landlocked country in east-central Africa. Its capital is Juba, and its population is about 11.38 million (2021). According to its land borders, it borders with the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, and Uganda.
Capital and largest city: | Juba |
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Other major cities: | Wau, Malakal, Yambio |
Official language: | English |
Region: | Eastern Africa |
Ethnic groups: | 36% Dinka, 16% Nuer, 6% Azande, 42% other about 50 groups |
Religions: | 60.5% Christianity, 32.9% Traditional Religion, 6.2% Islam, 0.4% Other |
Nationality names: | South Sudanese, Nilotic |
Area: | 619,745 km² (239,285 sq mi) |
Population: | 11.38 million (2021) |
Country codes: | SS, SSD (ISO 3166) |
Internet Top-Level Domain: | .ss |
Calling code: | +211 |
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