5 Sept. 2006 http://fotw.fivestarflags.com/ke.html.

The flag of Kenya was adopted on 12 December 1963. It is based on the black over red over green flag of KANU (Kenya African National Union), the party that led the fight for freedom and independence. The colours symbolize black majority, blood and natural wealth. On independence the white fimbriation was added, symbolizing peace. The defence of freedom is symbolized by a traditional Masai shield and two spears. Željko Heimer, 24 Feb 1996 / [smi80] designates this flag to be the state ensign too (i.e. CSW/CS-), Željko Heimer, 15 Jan 2001

Kenyan coat of arms

image by Željko Heimer, 30 Mar 2002

The COA greatly based on the black-white one provided in Corel Clipart collection: Željko Heimer, 30 Mar 2002

The arms were granted on October 15, 1963. The shape of the shield and spears are those used by the Masai tribe. Harambee is the motto of the chief political party KANU (Kenya African National Union) and means "all pull together". It was used by the first President Jomo Kenyatta to try to turn 50-60 disparate tribes into one nation at independence. The chicken is the symbol of the KANU. The shield colors represent the struggle for independence - green is the earth, red is the blood of the Mau Mau warriors for independence and black the rich soils. The lions are obviously a key animal in Kenya's wildlife parks. Info from Ralf Hartemink's website. See also: this website. Jarig Bakker, 25 February 1999