Flag of Sudan
countryThe flag of Sudan was adopted on May 20, 1970 to a design by Abdel Rahman Ahmed Al-Jali. Horizontal tricolour with a green hoist triangle. It uses 4 colours: red, white, black and green. The official proportions are 1:2.
Hoist
Ratio 1:2
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Sudan |
|---|---|
| Country | Sudan |
| Official Country Name | Republic of the Sudan |
| Capital | Khartoum |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Northern Africa |
| ISO Country Code | SD / SDN |
| Internet Domain | .sd |
| Calling Code | +249 |
| Currency | Sudanese pound (SDG) |
| National Language(s) | Arabic, English |
| Demonym | Sudanese |
| Area | 1,886,068 km² |
| Population | 51 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Sudan |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 20, 1970 |
| First Used | 1970 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 20, 1970 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Black, Green |
| Designer | Abdel Rahman Ahmed Al-Jali |
| Design Type | Horizontal tricolour with a green hoist triangle |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Sudan |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #D21034 | 210, 16, 52 | 0, 92, 75, 18 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 | |
| Green | #007229 | 0, 114, 41 | 100, 0, 64, 55 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents socialism, the struggle and the martyrs |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents peace, light and optimism |
| Black colour | Represents Sudan — the Arabic name means “black” |
| Green colour | Represents Islam, prosperity and agriculture |
| Pan-Arab colours | Shared with Egypt, Syria, Iraq and others as a mark of Arab unity |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1970 | The design was first used |
| 1970-05-20 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 1:2 |
|---|---|
| Width | 1 units (hoist) |
| Length | 2 units (fly) |
Sudan Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
| National Holidays | Yes |
| Military | Yes |
| Naval Use | Yes |
| Embassies | Yes |
| International Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Sudan
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 56 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 20, 1970 |
| Oldest Version | 1970 |
| Designer | Abdel Rahman Ahmed Al-Jali |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Equatorial Guinea, Jordan, Mozambique |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal tricolour with a green hoist triangle |
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Facts about the Flag of Sudan
- The green triangle at the hoist and the Arab Liberation colours were adopted in 1970, replacing a blue, yellow and green tricolour used at independence.
- The 1956 flag was chosen specifically because it avoided all political and religious symbolism; the 1970 replacement was a deliberate move in the opposite direction.
- The flag of Sudan was officially adopted on May 20, 1970. It was designed by Abdel Rahman Ahmed Al-Jali.
- The flag in its present form is 56 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal tricolour with a green hoist triangle.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 54 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: red, white, black and green.
- The red on the flag stands for socialism, the struggle and the martyrs.
- The white on the flag stands for peace, light and optimism.
- The black on the flag stands for Sudan — the Arabic name means “black”.
- Pan-Arab colours: Shared with Egypt, Syria, Iraq and others as a mark of Arab unity.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour with a hoist triangle" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Equatorial Guinea, Jordan and Mozambique.
- Sudan became independent on 1 January 1956 from the United Kingdom and Egypt.
- Football is the most popular sport.
- The national anthem is "Nahnu Djundulla Djundulwatan".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 1 January, Independence Day.
- The capital is Khartoum. The currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Sudan
When was the flag of Sudan adopted?
The flag of Sudan was officially adopted on May 20, 1970.
What do the colours of the flag of Sudan mean?
Red for socialism, the struggle and the martyrs, white for peace, light and optimism, black for Sudan — the Arabic name means “black” and green for Islam, prosperity and agriculture.
When did Sudan gain independence?
Sudan became independent on 1 January 1956 from the United Kingdom and Egypt.
What is the national sport of Sudan?
Football is the most popular sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Sudan represent?
Pan-Arab colours — Shared with Egypt, Syria, Iraq and others as a mark of Arab unity.
Who designed the flag of Sudan?
The flag was designed by Abdel Rahman Ahmed Al-Jali.
What are the proportions of the flag of Sudan?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 54 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Sudan?
The national anthem is "Nahnu Djundulla Djundulwatan".
When is the national day of Sudan?
It falls on 1 January, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Sudan?
The capital is Khartoum. The currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG) and the language spoken is Arabic, English.