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Flag of Togo
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Definitions
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Geographic ยท National Symbol
Uncommon
The national flag of the Togolese Republic (Togo), featuring five horizontal stripes alternating green and yellow with a red canton containing a white five-pointed star.
Used to represent Togo in international contexts, discussions about the country, or by Togolese nationals expressing identity or patriotism.
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Travel announcement on social media
Congratulations to our Togolese athletes ๐น๐ฌ on their Olympic performance!
Sports commentary on Twitter
Adopted in 1960 upon independence from France. The green represents agriculture and hope, yellow symbolizes mineral wealth, red stands for independence, and the star represents life and freedom.
Evolution Timeline
1960
Flag adopted upon Togo's independence from France on April 27.
National independence movement and formation of the Togolese Republic.
2010
Increased digital visibility with the introduction of flag emojis in Unicode 6.0.
Digital standardization of national flags in emoji keyboards.
Cultural Context
The flag's design was influenced by the Pan-African color scheme of red, yellow, and green, common in many West African nations that gained independence in the mid-20th century.
For the Togolese diaspora, the flag emoji serves as a digital marker of identity and connection to homeland, especially on social media platforms.
In West Africa, the Togolese flag is distinctive yet shares visual elements with neighboring Ghana and other regional nations, reflecting shared historical experiences.
Regional Variations
United States
Limited usage, primarily in diplomatic contexts, international sports events, or educational content about African nations.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Primarily used in formal contexts like news reports about Togo or professional diplomatic communications.
Gen_Z: Limited usage except by Togolese youth or those with personal connections to Togo. May appear in educational contexts or global awareness posts.
Older: Rare usage, typically limited to formal contexts or by those with direct connections to Togo.
Millennials: Occasional use in travel posts, international sports discussions, or global politics contexts.
Common Combinations
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Love for Togo or Togolese pride
Used by Togolese nationals or diaspora expressing patriotism or national pride.
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Togolese victory or achievement in sports or other competitions
Used during international sporting events when Togolese athletes compete.
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Travel to or from Togo
Used when discussing tourism or business travel to Togo.