African Union Flag
International Organisation FlagsThe flag of the African Union, adopted in 2010 after a continent-wide design competition.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | African Union Flag |
|---|---|
| Category | International Organisation Flags |
| Adopted On | January 31, 2010 |
| Designer | Yadesa Bojia |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | Green, Gold |
| Design Type | Green field with a gold map of Africa in a ring of stars |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code |
|---|---|---|
| Green | #0A6A3C | |
| Gold | #B79C4A |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Green colour | Represents hope and the aspirations of Africa |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents the wealth and bright future of the continent |
| Map of Africa without borders | The unity of the continent |
| Fifty-three stars | The member states at the time the flag was adopted |
Facts about the Flag of African Union Flag
- The current design was adopted in 2010, replacing an earlier flag; the green field represents African hope and the gold sun the continent's wealth.
- The silhouette of the continent is shown without internal borders, and the circle of stars represents the member states.
- The flag of the African Union, adopted in 2010 after a continent-wide design competition.
- The flag belongs to the African Union. It is used in Africa.
- It was founded on 9 July 2002.
- It is based in Addis Ababa.
- It has 55 member states.
- The flag was adopted in January 31, 2010. It was designed by Yadesa Bojia.
- The design is 16 years old as of 2026.
- Construction: Green field with a gold map of Africa in a ring of stars.
- It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
- The flag uses 2 colours: green and gold.
- The green stands for hope and the aspirations of Africa.
- The gold stands for the wealth and bright future of the continent.
- Map of Africa without borders: The unity of the continent.
- Fifty-three stars: The member states at the time the flag was adopted.
- It replaced the Organisation of African Unity, founded in 1963; the present flag was adopted in 2010 after a continent-wide design competition.
- It is filed here under International Organisation Flags, one of the categories of flag that belong to no country.
Frequently asked questions about the African Union Flag
What is the African Union Flag?
The flag of the African Union, adopted in 2010 after a continent-wide design competition.
Whose flag is the African Union Flag?
It is the flag of the African Union, used in Africa.
When was the African Union founded?
The African Union was founded on 9 July 2002.
When was the African Union Flag adopted?
The African Union Flag was adopted in January 31, 2010 and was designed by Yadesa Bojia.
What do the colours of the African Union Flag mean?
Green for hope and the aspirations of Africa and gold for the wealth and bright future of the continent.
What do the symbols on the African Union Flag mean?
Map of Africa without borders — The unity of the continent. Fifty-three stars — The member states at the time the flag was adopted.
Where is it based and how large is it?
It is based in Addis Ababa and it has 55 member states.
What are the proportions of the African Union Flag?
It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
What else is worth knowing about the African Union Flag?
It replaced the Organisation of African Unity, founded in 1963; the present flag was adopted in 2010 after a continent-wide design competition.
Is the African Union Flag a national flag?
No. It is not the flag of any sovereign state and is listed here under International Organisation Flags.
