The flag of Cabo Verde features five horizontal stripes in blue, white, and red, with a circle of ten yellow stars positioned in an arc on the blue field. The blue symbolizes the ocean surrounding the islands, while the white represents peace. The red stripe is indicative of the struggle for independence, and the ten yellow stars represent the ten islands of Cabo Verde, symbolizing unity and hope. Adopted on September 22, 1992, the flag reflects the country’s maritime heritage and its aspirations for development and stability​.