Kenyan Flag 90x150cm

The Kenyan flag (Bendera ya Kenya) is one of the most beautiful piece of art in the world. It is a tri-colour of black, red, and green with two white stripes imposed with a red, white and black Maasai shield and two crossed spears. The flag is based on that of Kenya African National Union and was officially adopted on 12 December 1963 after Kenya's independence.

From the 16th to the mid-20th century, Portugal, Oman, Britain, and Germany all controlled parts of the coastal regions of Kenya. However it was our countrymen who chose the symbols reflected in our national flag. The leading political party after World War II was the Kenya African Union (KAU), the predecessor of the Kenya African National Union. The party’s original flag, introduced on September 3, 1951, was black and red with a central shield and arrow. In the following year the background was altered to three equal horizontal blocks of black, red, and green with a white central emblem consisting of a shield and crossed spear and arrow, together with the initials “KAU.”

Independence from Britain was achieved on December 12, 1963, and the new national flag became official that day. The horizontal blocks of the party flag were modified by the addition of white stripes to separate the red from the black and green. The shield was enlarged and patterned after those carried by the Maasai people, suggesting the heritage and traditional ways of life in Kenya.

Colour Black represents the colour of people of the Republic of Kenya, Red for the blood shed during the fight for independence, and Green for our fertile land and natural wealth. The White stripes that were added later, symbolizes peace and honesty. The black, red, and white traditional Maasai shield and two spears symbolise the defense of all the things mentioned above.

Too much history? No. The Kenya flag truly exemplifies Kenya's national unity and reflects the historical events that shaped our country. This gem is ideal for national events like national days, sports events, treasures in homes, schools, vehicles' decors e.t.c.

This flag is printed using silk screen printing technology with bright colour high temperature fixation hence it does not easily fade.

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Features

• Polyester material
• Large with 150cm length and 90cm width
• Extremely light weighing appoximately 80g
• Double stitched edges ensuring they do not easily tear
• Sharp and vivid colours
• Printed in UV resistant fade-free dye
• Durable brass grommets
• Easily washable
• Durable