Flag of Malawi
Flag NameFlag of Malawi
Country NameMalawi
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2MW
Date Adopted1964-07-06
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsBlack, Red, Green
Symbolism DescriptionThe black stripe represents the African people. The red stripe symbolizes the blood shed during the struggle for freedom in Africa. The green stripe represents Malawi's lush vegetation and natural environment. The rising red sun, with its 31 rays, signifies the dawn of hope and freedom for the African continent, and specifically the independence of Malawi.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (based on the flag of the Malawi Congress Party)
Related FlagsFlag of the Malawi Congress Party
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is enshrined in the Constitution of Malawi.
Description
A horizontal tricolor of black, red, and green, with a red rising sun centered on the black stripe. The flag was originally adopted upon independence in 1964, briefly changed in 2010, and reverted to the original design in 2012.
