Flag of Kenya - Design, Colors, Meaning, Symbolism

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The flag of Kenya features black, red, and green horizontal stripes with white borders and a Maasai shield at the center.It symbolizes the people, the struggle for freedom, and the nation’s land and prosperity.

The National Flag of Kenya

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Kenya Flag Facts

CountryKenya
CapitalNairobi
CurrencyKenyan Shilling (KES)
Official LanguageSwahili and English
ISO Country CodeKEN
Adopted On12 December 1963
Design ByBased on the flag of the Kenya African National Union (KANU)
National Day12 December (Jamhuri Day)
National SongEe Mungu Nguvu Yetu (National Anthem)
Flag Ratio2:3
ColorsBlack, Red, Green, and White
DesignHorizontal tricolor of black, red (with white fimbriations), and green with a Maasai shield and crossed spears at the center
Center SymbolMaasai Shield and Crossed Spears
Meaning of BlackThe people of Kenya
Meaning of RedThe blood shed during the struggle for independence
Meaning of GreenThe land and natural wealth
Meaning of WhitePeace and unity
Symbolism of Shield and SpearsDefense of freedom and readiness to protect the nation
Cultural InfluenceStrongly influenced by the independence movement and indigenous heritage
Unique FeatureFeatures traditional African weaponry as a central national symbol
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