Flag of Burundi
Flag NameFlag of Burundi
Country NameBurundi
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2BI
Date Adopted1967-06-28
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio3:5
Primary Colorsred, green, white
Symbolism DescriptionThe red color symbolizes the suffering of the nation and the blood shed for independence. Green represents hope and future development. White stands for peace. The three stars in the central disk symbolize the national motto "Unity, Work, Progress" (Ubumwe, Ibikorwa, Iterambere). They are also sometimes interpreted as representing the three main ethnic groups (Hutu, Tutsi, Twa) or the three branches of government.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown
Description
The national flag of Burundi features a white saltire (diagonal cross) that divides the flag into four panels. The top and bottom panels are red, and the hoist and fly panels are green. In the center of the flag, on a white disk, are three red stars outlined in green, arranged in a triangular pattern.
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