Rwanda Community Abroad-South Korea

🇷🇼 Rwanda brought its colours, culture, and energy to the heart of Seoul! The Embassy of Rwanda was proud to take part in the 9th Seoul Africa Festival, a vibrant celebration of African culture and a wonderful opportunity to strengthen the bonds of friendship between Rwanda and the Republic of Korea. The spirit of Rwanda came alive along the Han River through a captivating performance by Itorero Umucyo, winners of last year’s African Traditional Performance competition, who once again shared the beauty, elegance, and energy of Rwandan traditional dance with an enthusiastic Korean audience. At the Rwanda Pavilion, visitors enjoyed a taste of Rwanda through our renowned coffee and tea, discovered our rich cultural heritage, and explored what makes Rwanda such a unique destination. Beyond the music, dance, and cultural discoveries, the Festival reminded us that the strongest bridge between Rwanda and Korea is built through people, shared experiences, and genuine friendship. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to the organizers, Africa Insight, our fellow African Embassies, the Rwandan community in Korea, and all our Korean friends who joined us in making this celebration so memorable. From Kigali to Seoul, our friendship continues to grow stronger! ——— 🇷🇼 르완다가 서울 한복판에 다채로운 문화와 활기를 선보였습니다! 주한 르완다 대사관은 아프리카의 다채로운 문화를 기념하고 르완다와 대한민국 간의 우정을 더욱 돈독히 하는 뜻깊은 자리인 제9회 서울 아프리카 페스티벌에 함께하게 되어 매우 기쁘게 생각합니다. 한강변에서는 지난해 아프리카 전통공연 경연대회 우승팀인 이토레로 우무초(Itorero Umucyo)의 매혹적인 공연이 펼쳐지며 르완다의 문화와 정신이 생생하게 되살아났습니다. 이토레로 우무초는 올해도 르완다 전통춤 특유의 아름다움과 우아함, 역동적인 에너지를 한국 관객들에게 선보이며 뜨거운 호응을 얻었습니다. 르완다 홍보관에서는 방문객들이 세계적으로 사랑받는 르완다의 커피와 차를 맛보고, 풍부한 문화유산을 알아가며, 르완다만의 특별한 매력을 발견하는 시간을 가졌습니다. 음악과 춤, 다채로운 문화 체험을 넘어, 이번 축제는 르완다와 한국을 잇는 가장 굳건한 가교가 바로 사람과 사람 사이의 교류, 함께 나누는 경험, 그리고 진정한 우정임을 다시 한번 일깨워주었습니다. 이번 축제를 더욱 뜻깊고 성공적으로 만들어 주신 주최 측 아프리카 인사이트(Africa Insight)를 비롯해 함께한 아프리카 각국 대사관, 재한 르완다 교민 여러분, 그리고 축제에 참여해 주신 한국의 모든 분들께 진심으로 감사드립니다. 키갈리에서 서울까지, 르완다와 한국의 우정은 더욱 깊어지고 있습니다! 🇷🇼🇰🇷 #RwandaInKorea #SeoulAfricaFestival2026 #RwandaKorea #VisitRwanda #RwandanCulture #Umucyo #AfricaInSeoul

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in the Republic of Korea was honored to host Rwanda Cultural Heritage Day 2026, celebrating Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage through a captivating performance by the Kagoma Cultural performance group and highlighting the enduring friendship between Rwanda and the Republic of Korea. As Rwanda continues to deepen its partnership with the Republic of Korea, the Embassy remains committed to advancing cultural diplomacy as a cornerstone of bilateral relations and promoting greater cooperation in tourism, investment, trade, innovation, education, and people-to-people exchanges. The Embassy extends its sincere appreciation to all distinguished guests, partners, and friends of Rwanda who contributed to this meaningful celebration. 🇷🇼🤝🇰🇷 #RwandaCulturalHeritageDay #RwandaInKorea #RwandaKoreaRelations #CulturalDiplomacy #VisitRwanda

Today, we mark 32 years since the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, as we begin the official week of commemoration. We remember the lives lost. We stand united in reflection and resilience. We renew our commitment to “Never Again.” The Commemoration in Korea will take place at 2:00 PM at the Art Hall (B1), Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC Korea)
📍 56 Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul 🔗 Live streaming: youtube.com/@rwandainseoul-9… #kwibuka32 오늘 우리는 1994년 투치족에 대한 대학살 32주기를 맞아 공식 추모 주간을 시작합니다. 우리는 희생된 생명들을 기억합니다. 우리는 성찰과 회복의 의지로 하나가 됩니다. 우리는 “다시는 안된다(Never Again)”라는 약속을 새롭게 다짐합니다. 대한민국에서 진행되는 추모식은 오후 2시에 아래 장소에서 개최됩니다. 📍 극동방송(FEBC Korea) 아트홀(B1) 서울특별시 마포구 와우산로 56 🔗 생중계: youtube.com/@rwandainseoul-9… #kwibuka32

The 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda #kwibuka32 started with a Walk to Remember, held this morning in Seoul, Korea. 오늘 오전 서울에서 #kwibuka32 의 시작을 알리는 ‘기억의 걷기(Walk to Remember)’ 행사가 열렸습니다. 1994년 르완다 투치족에 대한 대학살 희생자들을 기리며, 평화와 화합의 의미를 되새기는 소중한 시간이었습니다.

A minute of silence was observed, followed by the lighting of 32 candles of remembrance in honor of the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, during the #kwibuka32 commemoration held in Seoul, Republic of Korea. 대한민국 서울에서 열린 제32주기 투치족에 대한 대학살 추모식#kwibuka 32 #크위부카32 에서 희생자들을 기리기 위한 1분간의 묵념과 32개의 추모 촛불 점 화식이 거행되었습니다.

#Kwibuka32 | Remember – Unite – Renew Today in Seoul, the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda commemorated the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, bringing together government representatives, the diplomatic corps, the Rwandan community and friends of Rwanda in a moment of reflection and renewed commitment. 🕯️ We remember more than one million innocent lives lost. 🤝 We honor resilience, unity, and reconciliation. 🔁 We renew our collective responsibility to ensure Never Again. Key messages from our distinguished speakers: 🇰🇷 H.E. Chung Kwangyong, Director-General for African and Middle Eastern Affairs, highlighted that Rwanda’s remarkable recovery resonates deeply with Korea’s own history of rebuilding, and commended Rwanda as a model of resilience and innovation. 🌍 H.E. Chafik Rachadi, Ambassador of Morocco and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, reminded us of the power of words—both in fueling division and in fostering healing—and called for continued global vigilance against hate and dehumanization. 🇷🇼 H.E. Ambassador Bakuramutsa Nkubito, representing Rwanda, emphasized that genocide denial and distortion are not opinions, but a continuation of genocide ideology, and reaffirmed Rwanda’s commitment to truth, unity, and prevention. 🇰🇷 Hon. IM Moon Cheol, Chairman of the Jeju 4.3 Peace Foundation, underscored how Rwanda made a remarkable choice after the tragedy, by choosing a path toward unity, reconciliation, restorative justice instead of retribution, and toward coexistence instead of severance. 📢 As we mark #Kwibuka32, we call on the international community to: ✔️ Uphold the truth ✔️ Combat denial and hate speech ✔️ Ensure accountability Because “Never Again” must mean action. #Kwibuka32 #RememberUniteRenew #NeverAgain #Rwanda #Korea #EndGenocide #Unity #Truth

#Kwibuka32 in Seoul, Korea: Commemorative Song 'Ese Mbaze Nde' by Suzanne Nyiranyamibwa, performed on the flute by Dr Lee Rae Ha from the United African Institute of Technology (UAIT). Thank you, Professor, for your participation and for joining us for the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. @RwandaMFA @KwibukaRwanda @_Kwibuka32 @Unity_MemoryRw @Ibuka_Rwanda

#Kwibuka32 in Seoul, Korea: In honor of the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, Mr Caleb Jules, a Rwandan artist living in Korea, performed the commemorative song 'Ibuka and Never Again'. Thank you, @JulCaleb , for your continued commitment and participation! Kwibuka Twiyubaka. #Kwibuka32 서울 공연: 1994년 르완다 투치족에 대한 대학살 32주기를 맞아 한국에 거주하는 르완다 출신 아티스트 케일럽 줄스 @JulCaleb 씨가 추모곡 'Ibuka and Never again'을 불렀습니다. 지속적인 헌신과 참여에 감사드립니다! Kwibuka Twiyubaka. @KwibukaRwanda @_Kwibuka32 @RwandaMFA @Unity_MemoryRw @Ibuka_Rwanda