National flag of Benin

The official name of Benin (BEN) is Republic of Benin and consists of Green, yellow and red flag colors. The capital city of Benin is Porto-Novo. Benin has the total estimated population as of 2021 is 9,988,068 or 10.0 M based on 12 states, 12 cities. The independence day is celebrated on August 1, 1960 and the founder of Benin is Oranmiyan.

9,988,068
(10.0 M)

Population

112,622.0 km2
(43,483.579444 sqm)

Area

Africa

Continent

UTC+01:00

Timezones

About Benin Flag


Benin Flag Colors	Green Red Yellow
Meaning of Benin flag colors This flag has two horizontal stripes of red and yellow and one vertical green stripe. The three colors precisely mean: Red: Bravery of their ancestors. Yellow: Preservation of country’s wealth. Green: Hope for a good future.
Proportion	2:3
Proportion (decimals)	1.5
Flag Adoption Date	November 16, 1959

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Facts About Benin

Country Name	Benin
Official Name	Republic of Benin
Capital	Porto-Novo
Demonym	Beninese
Dialing Code	229
Country Code	BJ/BEN
Currencies	CFA Franc BCEAO (₣)
TLDs	.bj
Area	112,622.0 km2 43,483.579444 sq mi
Coordinates	9.5, 2.25 View on Google Map
Religions	Christian 53%, Muslim (Sunni and Shia) 24%, Folk religion 18%, Irreligion 5%
Major Languages	French (fr)
Independence Day	August 1, 1960
Founding Father	Oranmiyan
National Anthem (Lyricist)	Father Gilbert Jean Dagnon
National Anthem (Composer)	Father Gilbert Jean Dagnon
National Animal	African Leopard
National Flower	Lily Serves As The Unofficial National Flower
National Bird	No Officially Declared National Bird Of Benin
National Dish / Food	Kuli-Kuli
National Motto	Fraternite, Justice, Travail (Fellowship, Justice, Labour)
National Sport	Football (Soccer)
National Libraries	National Library Of Benin
National Library Cities	Porto Novo
National Airline	Benin Airlines
Number of Provinces/States	12 (Twelve)
Number of Cities	12 (Twelve)
Number of Airports	10 (Ten)
Wiki	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/benin
Source: Government of the Benin and other.