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: Southern Africa 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 Botswana flag |
Country | Botswana |
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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 |