The flag of Malawi consists of three horizontal stripes: black at the top, red in the middle, and green at the bottom. In the top left corner, there is a red rising sun with 31 rays. Black represents the people of Malawi, symbolizing their strength and determination. Red stands for the bloodshed during the struggle for independence. Green signifies the country's land and natural resources, which are vital to the people. The rising sun symbolizes the dawn of a new era, representing hope and the country's future. The flag was adopted in 1964 when Malawi gained independence from British colonial rule, and its design has remained unchanged since then.