South Korea: news, business, tech and culture

Did you know South Korea is a global leader in chips, electric cars and pop culture? If you care about tech, trade or how Korea connects with Africa, this tag brings the latest stories, context and quick takeaways. Bookmark this page to follow breaking developments and deeper analysis from our reporters.

What we cover

Politics: elections, diplomacy and government moves that affect trade and regional stability. Expect coverage of Seoul’s relations with neighbours, global partners, and policies that matter for African trade and investment.

Business and economy: big firms (think chipmakers and automakers), foreign investment, trade deals and job market trends. We call out stories that could shift markets or open new opportunities for African businesses working with Korean partners.

Technology and crypto: Korea often sets trends in semiconductors, 5G, and AI. We also flag regulatory shifts—like when China tightened crypto rules and South Korea positioned itself as a more welcoming hub for crypto business. Those moves matter if you follow digital finance or fintech partnerships across borders.

Culture and sport: K-pop, film, TV and sports updates that ripple worldwide. From tour announcements to cultural diplomacy, these stories show how Korean soft power reaches audiences in Africa and beyond.

Travel and people: visa changes, migration trends, and profiles of Koreans in Africa or Africans in Korea. Practical details, like transport or safety updates, are included when they affect readers.

How to use this tag page

Want just headlines? Scan the list and open stories that look important. Want deeper context? Look for analysis pieces and explainer tags in article summaries. Use the site search with keywords like “Korea trade,” “K-pop tour,” or “South Korea crypto” to narrow results fast.

If you follow business or investment, pay attention to stories about supply chains, chip production, and regulation. For culture fans, filter by entertainment or sport to catch tour dates, match previews and major events. For policymakers or NGOs, look for diplomacy and development stories that mention Korea-Africa links.

We try to make each article practical: quick facts, who’s involved, what changes and what to watch next. Example: when a neighboring country tightens crypto rules, we explain how Korea’s friendlier stance can attract exchanges and startups—useful if you track where crypto businesses move.

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By Lesego Lehari, 20 Oct, 2024 / World News

Tensions Rise as North Korea Recovers South Korean Military Drone Remains

North Korea announced the discovery of a South Korean military drone's remains in Pyongyang, indicating possible espionage. The incident highlights increasing tensions between the two nations, fueled by recent military drills and exchanged threats. The recovery provokes further diplomatic strain over longstanding issues like North Korea's nuclear ambitions and South Korea's US alliance.

By Lesego Lehari, 11 Jun, 2024 / World News

North Korea Intensifies Balloon Campaign as Kim Yo-jong Warns of Countermeasures Against Loudspeaker Propaganda

North Korea has escalated its balloon campaign by sending leaflets critical of South Korea's loudspeaker propaganda. Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un, has warned of severe countermeasures. This development follows South Korea's resumption of loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at North Korea, further heightening tensions between the two nations.