Flag of ECOWAS

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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Proportion2:3
Adopted1975

The Flag of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is the flag of ECOWAS, a political and economic union of twelve countries in West Africa.[1] The flag was adopted in 1975.[2]

Design

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The flag features a white background with the ECOWAS emblem centered on it. The emblem consists of a stylized depiction of a drum and a circular motif, along with the inscriptions “ECOWAS” at the bottom and “CEDEAO” (the French acronym) at the top, The flag’s proportion is typically 2:3.[2] In 2024, the military governments of Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali jointly announced their withdrawal from the bloc, despite this, they're still highlighted on the flag and seal of the union.

Symbolism

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  • Drum: Symbolizes the rich cultural heritage and unity of West African countries.
  • Circular Motif: Represents unity and integration among member states.
  • White Background: Signifies peace and stability within the region.
  • Green and Brown Colors: Green symbolizes agriculture and natural wealth; brown represents the earth and the common heritage.

References

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  1. ^ "Flag Of Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS) - TheFlags.org". theflags.org. 2024-01-18. Retrieved 2025-06-07.
  2. ^ a b c "ECOWAS: Definition, Flag, and List of Members". www.1001flags.com. Retrieved 2025-06-07.