The flag of Botswana consists of a light blue base with a black horizontal stripe through the middle of it. The colors on the National Flag of Botswana are similar to that of Botswana’s coats of arms.
The blue stands for water; the white and black alternate stripes illustrate the ethnic harmony of the country and the liberal nature of society as well. The stripes are inspired by the skin of the zebra, the national animal of Botswana.
The stripes are in a ratio of 9:1:4:1:9.
| Official Name: | The Republic of Botswana |
| Proportion: | 2:3 |
| Adopted on: | September 30, 1966 |
| Location: | The Republic of Botswana is bordered by South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Zambia |
| Capital City: | Gaborone |
| Major Cities: | Wedra, Tshane, Kahg, Mahalapaye |
| Area: | 224,610 square miles |
| Population: | 2,029,307 |
| Currency: | Pula (BWP) |
| Official Languages: | English, Tswana |
| National Anthem: | This Land of Ours |
| National symbol(s): | zebra |
| National colors: | blue, white, black |
| National anthem: | |
| Name: | “Fatshe leno la rona” (Our Land) |
| Lyrics/Music: | Kgalemang Tumedisco MOTSETE |
Facts about the Botswana flag |
| Country | Botswana |
|---|---|
| Designed by | NA |
| Adopted | September 30, 1966 |
| Revision | NA |
| Design and Colors | A light blue field cut horizontally in the centre by a black stripe with a thin white frame. |
| Size Ratio | 2:3 |