Saint Kitts and Nevis Flag Colors & Stars: Meaning of Green, Red, Black, Yellow and White
Learn the official meaning of every color and the two white stars on the national flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
What does green mean?
Official government guidance says green represents the fertile lands of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It appears in the upper portion of the flag.
What does red mean?
Red represents the federation’s struggle from slavery through colonialism to independence. It is the most explicitly historical color on the flag.
What does black mean?
The black diagonal band represents African heritage. It runs from the lower hoist toward the upper fly and carries the two white stars.
What does yellow mean?
The narrow yellow borders represent year-round sunshine. They separate the black band from the green and red fields.
What do the two white stars mean?
The two white five-pointed stars officially symbolize hope and liberty. Government sources use those exact concepts rather than assigning one star to Saint Kitts and the other to Nevis.
Official Pantone references
| Color | Official reference |
|---|---|
| Red | Pantone 186 C |
| Green | Pantone 349 C |
| Black | Pantone Black C |
| Yellow | Pantone 108 C |
| White | White |
FAQ
What do the two stars on the Saint Kitts and Nevis flag mean?
Hope and liberty.
What does black represent?
African heritage.
What does red represent?
The struggle from slavery through colonialism to independence.
Sources
Government of St. Kitts and Nevis — National Symbols
Ministry of Foreign Affairs — National Flag Protocols
