Among African countries, Nigeria and Egypt are the only nations that maintain embassies in North Korea during the leadership of Kim Jong Un.
Diplomatic records indicate that both countries have sustained formal diplomatic relations with Pyongyang despite North Korea’s relative isolation on the global stage. The presence of resident embassies reflects longstanding bilateral ties and diplomatic engagement established decades ago.
Nigeria’s diplomatic relationship with North Korea dates back to the 1970s, with both countries maintaining formal channels for political dialogue. Egypt similarly has historical ties with Pyongyang, rooted in Cold War–era cooperation and continued diplomatic recognition.
While several countries maintain non-resident diplomatic accreditation to North Korea through missions based in other capitals, having a physical embassy in Pyongyang signifies a deeper level of direct diplomatic presence.
Analysts note that diplomatic missions do not necessarily indicate alignment with North Korea’s political system but rather reflect formal state-to-state relations maintained within the framework of international diplomacy.
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