The Flag of Togo
The national flag of Togo consists of five horizontal stripes alternating between green and yellow, with a red square in the top left corner housing a white five-pointed star. The flag features a unique design with the stripes symbolizing the country's rich agricultural heritage and the star representing hope and independence.
History
The flag of Togo was officially adopted on April 27, 1960, coinciding with the country's independence from French colonial rule. The flag was designed by artist Paul Ahyi, a prominent Togolese artist known for his contributions to the country's artistic and cultural identity. The design draws inspiration from Pan-African colors and symbolizes Togo's aspirations for freedom, unity, and progress. The flag's colors are deeply symbolic, with green representing the nation's agriculture and forests, yellow reflecting the country's mineral wealth and the hope for a prosperous future, and red symbolizing the bloodshed in the struggle for independence. The white star on the red background stands as a beacon of light guiding the country towards peace and unity.