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In April 2022, who has become the first African to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, architecture’s most prestigious honour?

In April 2022, who has become the first African to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, architecture’s most prestigious honour? Correct Answer Francis Kere

The correct answer is Francis Kere.

Key Points

  • Architect Diebedo Francis Kere has become the first African to be awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, architecture’s most prestigious honour.
  • He has been recognized for his pioneering designs that are sustainable for the earth and its inhabitants.
  • In 2017, he became the first African architect to design the Serpentine Pavilion in London’s Hyde Park.

Additional Information

  • Recent Award and Honours:
    • In the second edition of Most Trusted Brands of India, 'Cyforce' was recognized as one of the Most Trusted Brands of India 2022 on 30 March 2022.
    • Medanta Gurugram was awarded as The Best Private Hospital in India third time in a row in Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2022 survey.
    • Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) bagged the First Prize of the ‘National Water Awards-2022’ on 29 March 2022.
    • India's leading UPS manufacturer and supplier, Numeric UPS won the 'Most Trusted Brands of India' 2022 award on March 29, 2022, at an event in Mumbai.
    • Albert Bourla, Chairman and Chief Executive of Pfizer Inc., was awarded on January 19, 2022, the prestigious Genesis Prize for his efforts in leading the development of a COVID-19 vaccine.
    • HDFC Bank has been adjudged Best Private Bank in India at the Global Private Banking Awards 2021, organised by Professional Wealth Management (PWM).

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