Adopted in 1960 to replace the flag of the Mali Federation, it has been the flag of the Republic of Senegal since the country gained independence that year. The present and previous flags were inspired by the French tricolour, which flew over Senegal until 1960.
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The star is a sign often used in the African symbolism. It has five points to show Senegal's opening to the five continents. It represents the sky as well as ...
Senegal's economic and political capital is Dakar. Republic of Senegal. République du Sénégal (French). Flag of Senegal · Flag · Coat of arms of Senegal · Coat ...
The National Flag of Senegal was officially adopted on August 20, 1960. The National Flag of Senegal is a tricolor and features three equal vertical bands ...