By Michaela Bonnie
Sierra Leone’s Embassy in Seoul took part in the 7th Model African Union (AU) Assembly, held on November 15 and 16, 2024, at the National Assembly Members Building in South Korea.
This year’s assembly, organised by the AU-Korean African Foundation in collaboration with the National Assembly Forum for Africa and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, aimed to foster an understanding of African issues among Korea’s youth. The event brought together African and Korean representatives to engage in insightful discussions on the theme, “Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century.”
The gathering attracted key figures, including education sector leaders, ambassadors, and officials from both the African Union and the Korean government. The African Union’s Commissioner for Education, Innovation, Science, and Technology, Professor Mohamed Belhocine, highlighted the AU’s commitment to promoting sustainable development across the continent. His remarks underscored the importance of quality education as a cornerstone of Africa’s long-term growth and integration.
The AU’s agenda, focusing on the empowerment of Africa’s youths through inclusive, lifelong learning opportunities, is central to transforming Africa’s educational landscape.
In his address, His Excellency Edgar Gasper Martins, Ambassador of the Republic of Angola to the Republic of Korea, emphasised the significance of the Model AU Assembly in strengthening Korea-Africa relations. He expressed that the assembly was an opportunity to enhance understanding of Africa among Korean youths, fostering collaborative relationships through dialogue on economic, social, and educational issues.
