0
Because black people didn't like it, and because they thought it looked too European.
Dorcas Tremblay
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoThe South African Flag was adopted after the 1994 elections which was the fisrt democratic elections that took place in South Africa. It was therefore neccessary that the flag had to be changed because all the national symbols had to represent South Africa as a united country not as divided as it used to be.
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoIt was known as the Prinsevlag ('Prince's Flag' in Afrikaans) and was based upon the Dutch flag, with the three smaller flags of the Union Jack, the Orange Free State and Holland in the white central bar.
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoBecause black people didn't like it, and because they thought it looked too European.
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoWhen was the South African falg first flown?
Wiki User
∙ 10y agoThe South African flag is a sideways green y with a yellow v and black triangle within its split. It also has the colors red to the north and blue to the south of the long part of the y.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoblack people
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What does the Y on the south African flag symbol mean?
The 'Y' on the flag of South Africa symbolizes the merging nationalities - i.e. unity.
What does black stand for in the south African flag?
In some countries like Kenya the black in their flag means the people or them.
Is there a scene where the South African flag is upside down in rocky horror picture show?
During the "Time Warp" song, I too recognised one of the flags as being the former South African flag. I am not sure if it is upside down, but I am pretty sure it's there.
Where is South African money made?
The South African Reserve Bank prints the majority of South Africa's banknotes, their head office is located in Pretoria.
How many colours are there in the South African flag?
6. Red, Green, Yellow, Black, White, Blue.
Who made the New Zealand flag?
The official flag of New Zealand was created by the government in 1902 after the South African war. It has been the official flag ever since.
When did the South African flag change?
1985
Who felt comfortable with the old South African flag and why?
The old South African flag represented the Afrikaaners and the contribution they made to establishment and creation of independent South Africa in 1915. Similar to the Confederate Flag in the United States, the old South African flag has basically become a symbol of racial discrimination to the black population of the country. It is only endorsed by a handful of Afrikaaners today because most recognize the negative emotions that most South Africans (the Blacks) attach to it.
What does the Y on the south African flag symbol mean?
The 'Y' on the flag of South Africa symbolizes the merging nationalities - i.e. unity.
Where in South Africa can you get your hair colored like the South African flag?
at a hair salon in south africa?
Where can you see an image of the previous South African flag?
To take a look at the flag of South Africa from the "old days," see the Related Link.
What is the history of South Africa's flag?
the south africa flag was made in april.27,1997
What Olympic flag has 1 triangles 2 trapezoids and 1 pentagon?
South Africa * * * * * No, the green in South African flag is not a pentagon. The country is Sudan.
When did the South African anthem and flag come in use?
South Africa's new flag was adopted on April 27, 1994. The current Anthem was inaugurated in 1997
Is the flag pan African a European flag?
No, it is an AFRICAN/AMERICAN flag.
What is the flag called in south africa?
Its called "The South African Flag" or "The National Flag". It does not have a nickname like "Union Jack" or "Old Glory" Perhaps in time it will acquire one, but right now, theres no special name.
When was the south Korean flag made?
it was made for freedom and peace and to have fun
