The red on the flag symbolizes the people and their heroic struggle for independence, while the white represents peace and unity. The sun in the upper left corner signifies life and energy, and all these colors blend harmoniously to show the nation's vision.

This flag design was chosen through a public competition ahead of independence in 1990. It was created by combining the strengths of various designs from over 800 submissions and contains the national aspiration for diverse tribes and races to live together in peace.