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Zimbabwe Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Zimbabwe

Color of peace and justice.

History of the flag

The current flag dates back to 1980, the year of independence. The flag features the colors of ZANU, the nationalist independence movement. The Zimbabwe Bird, carved in stone, has been a national emblem since 1924.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • The bird is the emblem of the country. The red star illustrates unity and socialism.

  • Embodies the people of Zimbabwe.

  • Color of agriculture and forests.

  • For the mineral resources (gold, diamonds, etc.).

  • The blood of the people.

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