Eswatini’s flag (re‑adopted 6 September 1968; name change from Swaziland in 2018) shows blue‑yellow‑red horizontal bands with a central Nguni shield and crossed staff and spear. Blue signifies peace; yellow mineral wealth; red past battles. The black‑and‑white shield expresses unity of black and white people. Ratio 2:3; emblem geometry and colours are standardised.
Eswatini restored a version of the Swazi national banner at independence on 6 September 1968. The design comprises blue (top and bottom) and red (centre) horizontal bands separated by narrow yellow stripes. Centred on the red is a black‑and‑white Nguni shield over two spears and a staff decorated with tassels.
Blue denotes peace and stability; yellow represents mineral wealth; red recalls battles that formed national identity. The black‑and‑white shield symbolises unity between black and white citizens under one nation. The composition draws from regimental standards and royal symbolism adapted to a modern civic flag.
Specifications
set a 2:3 ratio; the shield’s proportions, spear lengths, tassel positions, and colour references are codified. Protocol addresses precedence, half‑masting, illumination at night, and dignified retirement; misuse is restricted. In 2018 the country’s official English name changed to Eswatini; the flag’s design remained unchanged, with nomenclature updated in law and guidance.
The banner is prominent at national ceremonies, at royal and government venues, in schools, and abroad on missions.