The SunBet Arena in Pretoria came alive on Saturday as the Ubuntu with Korean Culture Festival brought South African and South Korean artists together on one stage, ahead of South Africa's historic hosting of the G20 Summit .
Thousands attended the one-day event, headlined by K-pop powerhouse Ailee, who became the first South Korean soloist to perform in South Africa. Visibly moved, Ailee admitted she was surprised and emotional at the love she received from the audience. South Africa's own Ndlovu Youth Choir also shone, paying tribute to the late jazz legend Hugh Masekela.
Jaeil Lee, Senior Press Media Officer at the Korean Cultural Centre, told SABC News that the festival was designed to build connections through creativity:
