{"id":2000112836,"date":"2026-05-22T14:23:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T12:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/?p=2000112836"},"modified":"2026-05-22T14:23:42","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T12:23:42","slug":"seoul-hosts-africa-day-2026-under-rwandas-coordination-celebrating-africa-korea-friendship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/seoul-hosts-africa-day-2026-under-rwandas-coordination-celebrating-africa-korea-friendship\/","title":{"rendered":"Seoul hosts Africa Day 2026 under Rwanda\u2019s coordination, celebrating Africa\u2013Korea friendship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Embassy led the preparation and coordination of the flagship diplomatic and cultural event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The celebration brought together more than 500 guests, including South Korea\u2019s Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun, African ambassadors, senior government officials, members of the National Assembly, CEOs, business leaders, academics, media representatives, members of the diplomatic corps, and friends of Africa in Korea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rwanda\u2019s leadership role in the organization of the event underscored its active diplomatic engagement within the African Group in Seoul, particularly in advancing cooperation between Africa and South Korea across political, economic, and cultural fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond diplomacy, Africa Day 2026 placed strong emphasis on cultural exchange and innovation, showcasing the deepening ties between the two regions through fashion, music, art, and creative industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organisers highlighted the emergence of \u201cA-Culture\u201d alongside the global influence of \u201cK-Culture,\u201d reflecting increasing cultural collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the key highlights of the event was a cultural fashion showcase featuring traditional Rwandan attire alongside Hanbok designs inspired by the colours of the Rwandan flag. The display symbolised growing friendship and cultural connection between Rwanda and South Korea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event also reflected broader efforts to strengthen Africa\u2013Korea relations through shared priorities such as innovation, sustainable development, and people-to-people exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112847\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/umuco_nyarwanda_mu_myambarire_wanishimiwe_n_abandi-feef4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112847\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mr. Lie Sangbong, renowned Korean fashion designer and Mr. Samuel Chung Chairman of KCA, pictured wearing Mushanana after previously attending the Kwita Izina naming ceremony in Rwanda. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112846\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/minisitiri_w_ububanyi_n_amahanga_wa_koreya_h.e__cho_hyun_yagejeje_ijambo_ku_bitabiriye_ibirori_byo_kwizihiza_umunsi_wahariwe_afurika-8c085.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112846\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, delivering remarks during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112845\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kkk-22-ca289.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112845\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mr. Jung Won-ju, Chairman of Daewoo E&amp;C and Korea Herald, was honored with the Africa Contribution Award in recognition of his contributions to strengthening Africa\u2013Korea cooperation and partnership.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"2000112844\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/hixc5uzawaaud_v-ab9d9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112844\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"773\" data-id=\"2000112843\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/hixc5tdaeaapc27-0c546.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112843\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112842\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/hhh-14-3c395.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112842\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">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.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112841\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/hagaragajwe_imico_inyuranye_binyuze_mu_mbyino-b632e.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112841\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The evening featured live cultural performances highlighting African rhythm, dance, and artistic tradition as part of the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112840\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ggg-13-7fbe7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112840\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dr. Chafik Rachadi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Korea and Dean of the African Group of Ambassadors, delivering remarks during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2000112839\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bbb-21-7c568.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112839\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mr. Choi Jin-Young, CEO of Herald Media Group, delivering Welcome remarks during the Africa Day 2026 Korea celebration in Seoul.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"2000112838\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/abarenga_500_bitabiriye_umunsi_wahariwe_afurika_muri_korea-de4f4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112838\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"584\" data-id=\"2000112837\" src=\"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/202605210535f6bd7d874529bb2c93399f113f52_CbsbeeE000003_20260521_CBMFN0A001-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2000112837\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa Day 2026, held on May 20 in Seoul, was marked by a high-profile celebration highlighting the growing partnership between African nations and the Republic of Korea, with the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda serving as Chair of the Organizing Committee on behalf of the African Group of Ambassadors 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