Pritzker Prize-winning architect Francis Kéré unveils the Memorial Thomas Sankara in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, celebrating the legacy of the revolutionary leader, who was assassinated in 1987. Spanning 9,760 square meters, the memorial includes a 87-meter tower and a variety of public spaces, such as a media library and restaurants. The design highlights the ideals of Sankara’s revolution—education, agricultural self-sufficiency, and social equity—by creating a green promenade integrating these principles into the landscape. The first phase, the Mausoleum, is set for completion in early 2025, presenting a contemporary space for learning and reflection.
The Memorial Thomas Sankara complex will embody Sankara’s ideals of self-sufficiency and social equity, creating an interactive environment of remembrance and education.
With its new 87-meter-tall tower and green promenade, the memorial will serve as a landmark in Ouagadougou, symbolizing resilience and revolution.
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