The flag of Botswana has a light blue background with a horizontal black stripe in the center, flanked by two thinner white stripes. The aspect ratio is 2:3. The black stripe represents the people of Botswana, while the white stripes symbolize peace and harmony. The light blue color represents water, specifically the importance of water to Botswana's economy and geography. The flag has no geometric properties or measurements specified. The color codes for the flag are Pantone 278 C for the blue, Pantone Black C for the black, and Pantone White for the white.