Flag of Niger

This horizontal tricolor consists of three equal bands of orange, white, and green. A distinct orange disc is positioned in the center of the middle white stripe. The flag's proportions are nearly square, officially set at an aspect ratio of 6:7.

Orange represents the arid Sahara Desert that covers the northern reaches of the country, while white denotes purity and the River Niger. The bottom green band signifies the fertile plains of the south and the promise of agricultural prosperity. Centrally located, the orange circle acts as a symbol of the sun, characterizing the warmth and sacrifice of the population. These three colors together reflect the geographic transition from the desert to the savannah.

Niger officially adopted this design on November 23, 1959, while the nation was an autonomous republic within the French Community. This adoption preceded formal independence from France by nearly a year. Historical records indicate the design has remained unchanged since its inception, surviving various political shifts in the country. Previously, the French Tricolour was the primary administrative flag used throughout the colonial era.