Flag of Botswana

What does the flag of Botswana mean?

The light blue represents water, a precious resource in Botswana, and is a symbol of rain. The black and white stripes represent the harmony and cooperation between the black and white people of Botswana.

Colours and what they stand for

• Blue

  Water and rain.

• Black

  The black majority population.

• White

  Peace and harmony between the people of Botswana.

History

Adopted in 1966 to replace the Union Jack, the flag was designed to contrast with the South African flag of the time and to be a symbol of unity and independence.

Flags often confused with Botswana

• Eritrea
• Tanzania
• Guyana

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