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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who has become the first African to win the Pritzker Prize 2022?
A
Morenati emilio
B
Laura Crimaldi
C
Evan allen
D
Francis Kere
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The biggest international prize in architecture will be awarded Friday in London to an architect known for his work on buildings that address social needs, particularly in African countries. This year’s prize also made history, as Francis Kéré became the first African and first Black architect to receive the honor.

Detailed explanation-2: -Diébédo Francis Kéré has been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, making him the first ever African and Black winner of the prestigious award. Often referred to as the Nobel Prize for architecture, it the highest honour an architect can receive.

Detailed explanation-3: -“Architecture Is Much More Than Art, and It Is by Far More Than Just Buildings:” in Conversation With Francis Kéré This opens in a new window. Meet 2022 Pritzker Architecture Prize winner, Francis Kéré, Burkina Faso-born black architect, in an interview about his architectural philosophy, with Louisiana Channel.

Detailed explanation-4: -Balkrishna Doshi becomes first Indian to win both Royal Gold Medal and Pritzker Prize.

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