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On May 20th, 1975, Burkina Faso adopted its current flag design, replacing the previous version that featured two stars. The introduction of a single central yellow star symbolizes the nation’s unity. The green color on the flag represents the lush vegetation in the southern region, while yellow represents the expansive savannas found in the north. The color red serves as a symbol of the connection between the north and south, signifying Burkina Faso’s national sovereignty.
| Independent | Yes |
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| Country codes | CM, CMR (ISO 3166-1) |
| Official name | Republic of Cameroon |
| Capital city | Yaoundé |
| Continent | Africa |
| Member of | United Nations , Commonwealth of Nations, African Union, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation |
| Population | 29,123,744 (2024) |
| Total area | 475,442 km2 |
| Highest point | Mount Cameroon (4,040 m, 13,255 ft) |
| Lowest point | Bight of Bonny |
| GDP per capita | $1,736.9 (World Bank, 2023) |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (Fr, XAF) |
| Calling code | +237 |
| Internet TLD | .cm |