The flag of Burkina Faso features two horizontal stripes of red and green, with a yellow five-pointed star in the center. The red stripe symbolizes the blood shed for independence, while the green represents the country's agricultural wealth and its natural resources. The yellow star stands for the guiding light of the revolution and the country's aspiration towards progress. This flag was officially adopted on August 4, 1984, following a revolution that brought a new government to power. The design reflects Burkina Faso's national identity and the values of its people.