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    Flag of Uganda

    Flag of Uganda
    Six horizontal stripes of black, yellow, and red, with a white disc in the centre containing a grey crowned crane.
    Country
    Uganda
    Capital
    Kampala
    Continent
    Africa
    Adopted
    1962
    Colours
    Black, Yellow, Red

    What does the flag of Uganda mean?

    The flag's colours represent the people, the sun, and brotherhood. The grey crowned crane is the national bird of Uganda and symbolises progress.

    Colours and what they stand for

    • Black

      Represents the people of Uganda.

    • Yellow

      Represents the abundant sunshine in the country.

    • Red

      Represents the blood of the people and the spirit of brotherhood.

    History

    Adopted in 1962 to replace the colonial flag. The flag was designed by the Ugandan Minister of Justice, Grace Ibingira.

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