Burkinabé architect Francis Kéré, founder of the Berlin-based firm Kéré Architecture, is the 2021 recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Architecture. In 2004, his first-ever building was awarded the prestigious Aga Khan Award for Architecture, recognised not only for its innovative construction techniques and expressive care in craftsmanship, but also for being built cooperatively by the Gando community. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Architecture medal will be given during a virtual event. In recognition of this distinguished honor, the University of Virginia School of Architecture will host a virtual public talk with Francis Kéré on 12 April on Zoom.