I. Program Overview 

1. Program Objectives 

• Identify current trends and news in various fields related to Africa, such as politics, economics, society, culture, and other areas

 • Provide timely and on-site primary information and news to the Korean public 

• Contribute to strengthening the Korea-Africa relationship by organizing the pro-Korea network in Africa and enhancing understanding of Korea in Africa 

2. Number of Participants 

• 35 AfCC (All new recruits)

 3. Activity Period 

• March 2024 to November 2024 

4. Activities Include 

• Identifying current trends and news in various fields (politics, economics, society, culture, and other areas) related to Africa, as well as activities and local events related to Korea 

• Submission of 3 reports per month (analytical report, on-the-scene report, visit & interview, etc.) 

• Participation in bi-monthly video conferences 

• Supporting key projects of the Korea-Africa Foundation as needed 

※ Check the activity of 2023 AfCC (https://k-af.or.kr/load.asp?subPage=721) 

5. Major Schedule 

• Announcement & application (Jan-Feb) 

• On-line kick-off ceremony and orientation (13 Mar (Wed), 17:00 KST) 

• Activities of AfCC and report submission (Mar-Nov) 

• Annual activity evaluation (Nov) 6. Support Provisions 

• Activity allowance of KRW 200,000 per month (Contingent upon diligent and satisfactory completion of each activity cycle) 

• Certificate of participation as a 2024 AfCC 

• Outstanding AfCC will have the opportunity to extend their activities into the following year. 

II. Application Overview 

1. Application Period 

• 29 Jan 2024 (Mon) – 13 Feb 2024 (Tue) 18:00 KST (UTC+09:00) 

2-1. Mandatory Requirements 

• Must have citizenship in one of the countries located on African continent, and currently residing in the country of citizenship 

• Must be at least 19 years old as of January 1, 2024 

• Must be able to communicate and write documents in English or Korean 

• Must be available to serve as an AfCC throughout the year 2024 African Continent Correspondents (AfCC) 

2-2. Preferred Requirements 

• Demonstrates keen interest in the political, economic, and socio-cultural trends of the African continent/region/country and in promoting relations and exchanges with Korea 

• Recommended by the Korean government, related institutions, academic institutions, or companies 

3. Application Process 

(1) Document Submission 

• Applicants are required to submit necessary documents by official email(rid@k-af.or.kr) within the application period. 

① Application form (FORM1) 

② Detailed applicant statement and sample report (FORM2) 

③ Identification (Passport or ID card; format: PDF) 

④ Passport-sized Photograph (format: JPG) 

⑤ Proof of Graduation or Employment (if applicable) 

⑥ Language Proficiency Certificate (if applicable)

⑦ Letter of Recommendation (if applicable) 

• Please note that supporting documents (e.g., graduation certificate, employment verification) are mandatory if the corresponding information is declared in the Application form a 

• All relevant forms can be downloaded from the KAF’s (eng.k-af.or.kr/eng/) 

(2) Document Review Announcement 

• All applicants will be notified of the results via individual email by 26 Feb 2024. 

(3) Technical Check for Shortlisted Candidates 

• Technical Check for Shortlisted Candidates: Scheduled for 4 Mar 2024 (Mon) 17:00 KST , to assess identity verification and internet connectivity 

(4) Further Selection Process 

• Alternates will be considered if shortlisted candidates are unable to proceed.