Francis Kéré receives the Keys to the City of Rio de Janeiro

During a special ceremony, Deputy Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere presented Francis Kéré with the Keys to the City, one of Rio's highest civic honors.

Receiving this distinction is a tremendous honor. More importantly, it reflects the city's trust in the work ahead and reinforces a shared commitment to creating architecture that serves people and strengthens communities.

Francis Kéré is deeply grateful for this recognition and looks forward to continuing his collaboration with the City of Rio de Janeiro.