Flag of Western Sahara
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Flag Meaning
The flag of Western Sahara signifies the national identity and the long standing struggle for independence of the Sahrawi people. It incorporates traditional symbols of the Islamic faith alongside colors that connect the territory to the wider Arab heritage and revolutionary history.
Colors & Symbols
The black stripe denotes the period of colonial struggle and death while white represents peace and purity. Green symbolizes the hope for prosperity and the return to ancestral lands and the red triangle at the hoist reflects the blood shed by martyrs for freedom.
Adopted 1976
Proportions 1:2
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Country Statistics
Capital El Aaiún
Population 600.9K
Region Africa
ISO-2 EH
Neighboring Flags
DZA 
MRT 
MAR Flag History
This design was created by the founder of the Polisario Front and was officially adopted when independence was proclaimed in 1976. It is modeled after the Pan Arab colors that originated during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire to show solidarity with other Arab nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Western Sahara's current flag was officially adopted on 1976.
Western Sahara's flag has an official proportion of 1:2.
They are ancient symbols of Islam that reflect the religious foundation of the republic and the faith of its citizens.
The flag is primarily used in areas controlled by the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and in refugee camps while the Moroccan flag is displayed in the majority of the region.
It was designed by El Ouali Mustapha Sayed who was the first president and a key figure in the movement for self determination.
Although both flags use the same color palette the Sahrawi flag is unique due to the presence of the red star and crescent in the center.