Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | SO, SOM, 706 |
| Official Name | Federal Republic of Somalia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Mogadishu |
| Government Type | Federal Parliamentary Republic |
| Currency | Somali Shilling (SOS) |
| Calling Code | +252 |
| Member Of | United Nations, African Union, Arab League, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation |
| Population | Approximately 15.9 million |
| Total Area | 637,657 km² |
| Highest Point | Shimbiris (2,416 meters, 7,927 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Indian Ocean (0 meters, 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 348 |
| Life Expectancy | 57 years |
| Internet TLD | .so |
Somalia National Anthem
Qolobaa Calankeed (Every Nation Has its Own Flag)
Every nation has its own flag.
Here is our flag, winning the esteem of many nations.
Our flag, whose colors are the everlasting green of the earth,
The white of peace, and the light of the people.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Somalia Flag
The national flag of Somalia was officially adopted on October 12, 1954. Designed by Mohammed Awale Liban, the flag is a symbol of the nation’s independence and unity.
The flag features a single white five-pointed star, known as the Star of Unity, centered on a light blue field. The five points of the star represent the areas where Somali ethnic groups reside: Djibouti, Somaliland (part of Somalia), the Somali region of Ethiopia, the North Eastern Province in Kenya, and the rest of Somalia.
The light blue color of the background was initially inspired by the United Nations flag, as the UN played a significant role in Somalia’s transition to independence. After Somalia gained independence in 1960, the blue came to symbolize the sky and the Indian Ocean that borders the country.
The flag’s adoption in the mid-20th century was a significant milestone in Somalia’s history, representing the end of colonial rule and the beginning of self-governance. Throughout the years, despite internal conflicts and a lack of a stable central government at times, the flag has remained a powerful symbol of national identity and unity for Somalis around the world.
The Somali flag is a source of pride and is prominently displayed in many parts of the country. It represents the hopes and aspirations of the Somali people for peace, unity, and sovereignty. The simplicity and meaningful symbolism of the flag have made it a recognizable and respected emblem in the international community.