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Listen now on Intersections: The Art Basel Podcast 🎧
Renowned architect Sir David Adjaye (@dadjaye) talks about the power of architecture, Black artists’ work, and his current project designing the @EMOWAA_.
Presented by @UBSglobalart: bit.ly/3ikhdCE
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The Christian Council of Ghana is urging President John Mahama to renew government’s commitment to completing the National Cathedral — even amid the country’s tough economic climate.
#CitiNewsroom #CitiFM #GhanaNews
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Adjaye Associates @AdjayeAssoc @dadjaye completes New Studio Museum in Harlem, New York: worldarchitecture.org/archit… #architecture
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We are honored to introduce the distinguished jury for AIAPV’s 2025 Excellence in Design Awards! This year’s panel brings together an accomplished group of firm leaders, offering a diverse range of expertise and perspectives. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/AIAPVJury2025
ALT This year’s panel brings together an accomplished group of firm leaders, offering a diverse range of expertise and perspectives. Their collective insight will help celebrate the very best in design innovation, creativity, and impact. A special thank you to Jury Chair David Adjaye, Hon. FAIA, of Adjaye Associates, for assembling such an exceptional group. We’re deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and thoughtful evaluation they are bringing to this year’s submissions, and we look forward to the excellence their deliberation will recognize. #AIAPV #AIAPotomacValley #AIAPVAwards2025 #DesignAwards2025#Architecture #ExcellenceInDesign
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No wonder it is not making the headlines noisily. If it was the other way round … 😂😂😂
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🔴 Architecture : Les Bâtisseurs Stars du Continent
🔴 Vivier de talents, le continent est le berceau de plusieurs grands noms de l’architecture, cette discipline à la croisée de l’ingénierie et de l’art qui façonne nos villes et notre perception du monde. Passage en revue de quelques-uns de ces maîtres d’œuvre aux racines africaines.
🔴 📖 Lire l'Article → forbesafrique.com/architectu…
#ForbesAfrique #Architecture #Architectes #Stars #Continent
ALT Les Bâtisseurs Stars du Continent
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In ancient Egypt (Kemet) , women were honored and respected as equals to men, unlike in many other cultures. They were revered as the mothers of all, bringers of life and wisdom. The people of Kemet believed that attaining great knowledge, spirituality, and power allowed a man to symbolically wear a wig of long hair, representing a level of accomplishment equal to that of a woman.
This balance was seen as harmonious, with the woman offering strength and protection to her partner.
A saying that still holds relevance today is: "Beside every successful man, there's a strong woman supporting him." This highlights the enduring recognition of women's vital role in both ancient and modern societies.
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Dr. Bawumia’s vision for 2025 includes championing free tertiary education for persons with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Join in building a brighter and more inclusive future for everyone. #Itspossible
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Visited the new Abrahamic Center @abrahamicfh in #AbuDhabi, designed by the famous architect @dadjaye, commissioned by the leadership of #UAE to celebrate the shared roots of #Christianity, #Islam and #Judaism. Here is the Synagogue!
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Finally the Mosque. All three together in the heart of the #MiddleEast. #AbuDhabi. Profound message. Brilliant architecture. David Adjaye @dadjaye is a genius. Also designed the African American History Museum in Washington.
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Most people confuse Kemet with Egypt.
Here are 3 key differences:
• Kemet was the native black African civilization, Egypt was a Greek civilization
• Kemet lasted 3000 years before the Greeks took over in 332 BC.
• Kemet built the pyramids, Egypt did not.
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Seychelles 🇸🇨 is Africa's second most developed country.
It has Africa's highest minimum wage ($460 monthly).
It has Africa's highest literacy rate (95.9%) and GDP per capita.
It provides free healthcare its citizens.
It has Africa's most powerful passport with easy access to 156 countries and territories.
it has an unemployment rate of only 3%.
It has 100% electricity .
Seychelles is the least populated country in Africa. With a population of 108,000 people.
Unless you go to Seychelles, the chances of you meeting a person from Seychelles in continental Africa are very slim. #Africa
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I would like to thank @AdjayeAssoc for giving me A few months ago this book from @dadjaye Thanks to the article I wrote about their project #dotateliers Art Museum. The preface of the book made me understand where @dadjaye's great knowledge of Africa comes from.
Hello, I wrote an article about my visit to the atelier dot, an art museum in accra, GHANA. It's a masterpiece designed by @dadjaye a Ghanaian-British architect and his team @AdjayeAssoc
Here is the link to the article ➡️open.substack.com/pub/doctor…
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