Flag of Benin

The design of Benin comprises three horizontal stripes: yellow, green, and red, with a vertical red band on the hoist. The colors are presumed to represent various aspects of Beninese culture and history. The green coloration symbolizes agriculture and fertility, and the yellow stripe stands for wealth and hope of progress. The red stripes symbolize courage and strength and the bloodshed in Benin's struggle for independence.

Sovereign Country	Yes
Offical Name	Republic of Benin
Country Code	BJ
Continent	Africa
Captial City	Porto-Novo
Total Area	114 763 km
Currency	West African CFA franc (XOF)
Population	13 733 059
Calling Code	+229