Diebedo Francis Kere
Diebedo Francis Kere is a renowned Burkinabé architect celebrated for his innovative and sustainable architectural designs that prioritize community needs and environmental considerations. He gained international acclaim for his work in educational architecture, particularly with the design of the primary school in Gando, Burkina Faso, which employs local materials and construction techniques. Kere's work often reflects a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for underserved communities. He was recently in the news as one of the Pritzker Prize winners scheduled to participate in a panel discussion at the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize ceremony in Abu Dhabi.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 786,552 | 614 | $6,000 | 5$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 123,638 | $1,500,000 | 879$ |
| Totals | 2 | 211,836,079 | 124,252 | $1,506,000 | 884$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Brazil:
Diébédo Francis Kéré is recognized for his pioneering and unique style, focusing on sustainable building methods.
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Guyana:
Diebedo Francis Kere, a Nigerian, won the Pritzker prize in architecture which is as noteworthy as the Nobel Prize.
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United States:
Diébédo Francis Kéré was the first Black architect to win the Pritzker Prize and designed the 2017 Serpentine Pavilion.
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United Arab Emirates:
Diebedo Francis Kere is an architect from Burkina Faso who won the Pritzker Prize in 2022.
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