Flags of Africa

Flag of the Central African Republic

The flag of the Central African Republic has a design all of its own. Its colors are blue, white, green, yellow and red. On it: a star. The current design dates from 1958. Central African Republic is in Africa, and its capital is Bangui. Below: key facts, the story behind the design, the flags it gets mixed up with and a quick quiz.

Flag of the Central African Republic

Facts at a glance

CapitalBangui
ContinentAfrica
Population5.3 million
Area622,984 km²
CurrencyCentral African CFA franc
Colorsblue, white, green, yellow and red
Proportions2:3
In use since1958

Which one is the flag of the Central African Republic?

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What people also ask

What colors are on the flag of the Central African Republic?
Blue, white, green, yellow and red. The flag of the Central African Republic has a design all of its own.
What is the capital of the Central African Republic?
Bangui.
When was the flag of the Central African Republic adopted?
The current design has been in use since 1958.
What is the population of the Central African Republic?
About 5.3 million (World Bank, 2024). Area: 622,984 km².

Country data: mledoze/countries (ODbL); population: World Bank, 2024. Flags: flag-icons (MIT). Flag facts, look-alikes and riddles: the Quible app.