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Namibia Flag

Flag History

The sun sumbolizes life and energy. The golden yellow represetns the plains and the Namib Desert. The blue represents the sky, the Atlantic Ocean, the marine resources of Namibia, and the importance of rain and water. The red stands for the people, their heroism and thier determination to build a future of equal opportunity for all. The green is a symbol of the vegetation and natural resources. The white stands for peace and unity.

Flag Date of Adoption

21 March 1990

Flag Symbolism

a large blue triangle with a yellow sunburst fills the upper left section and an equal green triangle (solid) fills the lower right section; the triangles are separated by a red stripe that is contrasted by two narrow white-edge borders

Namibia National Anthem

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Anthem Lyrics English

Land of the Brave





- Namibia land of the brave


Freedom fight we he won


Glory to their bravery


Whose blood waters our freedom


We give our love and loyalty


Together in unity


Contrasting beautiful Namibia


Namibia our country


Beloved land of savannahs


Hold high the banner of liberty





- Namibia our Country


Namibia Motherland


We love thee

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