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The flag of Kenya was officially adopted on December 12, 1963.

The Kenyan flag is based on that of Kenya African National Union. The colors symbolize black majority, red for the blood shed during the struggle for freedom and green for natural wealth; the white fimbriation was added later and symbolizes peace. The black, red and white traditional Maasai shield and two spears symbolize the defense of all the things mentioned above.


[edit] Origin of the Kenyan flag

The Kenyan flag is based on the black over red over green flag of Kenya African National Union (KANU), the political party that led the fight for freedom and independence of Kenya. Upon independence, the white fimbriation, symbolizing peace and unity, and the shield were added.

The colours of the flag have been specified by the Kenya National Archives.

Scheme Red Green
British Standard Colours Post office red 0-006 0-010
Source: Kenyan Flag at Get Kenya Online. Accessed 6 August 2006.
Source: Flag Specifications at Kenya National Archives. Accessed 16 Feb 2006.


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