H.E. Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, pictured alongside H.E. Dr. Chafik Rachadi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Korea and Dean of the African Group of Ambassadors, H.E. Nkubito Manzi Bakuramutsa, the Ambassador of Rwanda to the Republic of Korea, and distinguished African Ambassadors during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.
H.E. Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, pictured alongside H.E. Dr. Chafik Rachadi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Korea and Dean of the African Group of Ambassadors, H.E. Nkubito Manzi Bakuramutsa, the Ambassador of Rwanda to the Republic of Korea, and distinguished African Ambassadors during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.
Mr. Choi Jin-Young, CEO of Herald Media Group, delivering Welcome remarks during The Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.
H.E. Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, delivering remarks during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.
Hon. Lee Hun-seung, Chair of the National Assembly Forum for Africa of the Republic of Korea, delivering remarks during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.
Mr. Jung Won-ju, Chairman of Daewoo E&C and Korea Herald, was honored with the Africa Contribution Award in recognition of his contributions to strengthening Africa– Korea cooperation and partnership.
The cultural fashion showcase featured Rwanda’s traditional attire alongside the Hanbok creations inspired by the Rwandan national colors, symbolizing the deepening cultural ties between Rwanda and the Republic of Korea.
The evening featured live cultural performances highlighting African rhythm, dance, and artistic tradition as part of the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration.
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Africa Day 2026 Korea Celebrates Growing Africa–Korea Partnership Through Diplomacy, Culture and Innovation

Africa Day 2026 Korea was a remarkable success and a powerful celebration of the growing partnership between Africa and the Republic of Korea.

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in the Republic of Korea was honored to serve as Chair of the Organizing Committee on behalf of the African Group of Ambassadors (AGA), leading the coordination of this high-level and culturally significant event in Seoul.

The celebration brought together more than 500 distinguished guests, including H.E. Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, African Ambassadors, senior government officials, members of the National Assembly, CEOs, business leaders, academia, media representatives, members of the diplomatic corps, and friends of Africa in Korea.

Beyond diplomacy, the event showcased the growing connection between Africa and Korea through culture, creativity, innovation, and people-to-people exchange. A special emphasis was placed on the rise of “A-Culture,” meeting the global success of “K-Culture,” particularly through fashion, music, art, and cultural collaboration.

One of the highlights of the evening was a cultural fashion showcase featuring Rwanda’s traditional attire alongside Hanbok creations inspired by the colors of the Rwandan flag, symbolizing the deepening friendship and cultural ties between Rwanda and the Republic of Korea.

As Africa and the Republic of Korea continue to deepen their partnership, Africa Day 2026 Korea reflected a shared vision centered on collaboration, mutual respect, sustainable growth, and shared prosperity.


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Africa Day 2026 Korea Celebrates Growing Africa–Korea Partnership Through Diplomacy, Culture and Innovation

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MOU Signing Ceremony For Africa Day 2026 between KCA and the AGA committee

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Rwandan and Yonsei Univesity Explore Expanded Education and Research Partnerships

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