NEW FLAG OF THE RWANDAN REPUBLIC The new flag of the Rwandan republic is composed of three colours: green, yellow and blue. The green colour symbolizes the hope of prosperity thanks to rational exploitation of the force of Rwandan people and the resources of the country. The yellow colour symbolizes the economic development. The Rwandan people must settle to work so as to reach durable economic development. The blue colour symbolizes happiness and peace. The Rwandan people must fight for peace which will bring them to durable economic development and happiness. The sun and its rays of golden color: It symbolizes the light which enlightens gradually all the people. This translates the unity, transparency and fight against ignorance. The new flag was designed by Alphonse Kirimobenecyo, a Rwandan artist and engineer.