South African National Symbols

National Symbols

19 September 2023

A coat of arms is like a country's badge. It is usually used to stamp official South African items, such as birth certificates or identity documents. It also appears on national buildings and coins. It shows that an item is officially South African.

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​Coat of arms

The national flag we have today was first used in 1994, as another symbol of democracy in South Africa.
The different colours mean different things.

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National Flag

Open Ended

Wat does black on the flag represent?

Multiple Choice

What does red on the flag represent?

• represents the blood that was spilled during the struggle.

• rich soil and land

• peace

Open Ended

What does yellow represent on the flag?

Open Ended

What does the motto on the coat of arms mean?

Multiple Choice

Which colour on the flag represents the famous South African sky?

• white

• purple

• blue

Open Ended

Describe different places where the national flag has been used. Name any 2