“If the horse runs riot, the rider is himself still yet a way from madness.” In the art of the Akan, the depiction of prestigious forms of transport is a well-established tradition. Horse and rider in this motif, sewn on the flag with a chainstitch, are emblematic of swiftness. A mounted chief is a symbol of intelligence and foresight. Interpreted according to the titular proverb, the flag’s motif also references the special abilities of the Safohen to be able to master turbulent situations. Author: Doris Kubisch