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For some people, discrimination begins at the official counter. A major study by the University of Leipzig has investigated for the first time how racist discrimination arises and continues in German authorities. The researchers came to the conclusion that it is not just a question of individual attitudes, but also of routines and the scope for decision-making in institutions.

Auditors decide on deleted foreigners' representative

At the request of the AfD, the district council in Bautzen decides to abolish the commissioner for foreigners. A legal review confirms the process. What happens next? | more

Proportion of foreigners rises to 8.1 percent

More and more people with foreign roots are living in Saxony. According to statistics, however, their proportion in the Free State is still comparatively low. | more

Late-Night-Shopping: Starke Eröffnungsrabatte bei PUMA und ONLY & SONS

Beim Late Night Shopping am Freitag, 7. August 2026, warten in den Marken-Outlets Schwarzheide-Mitte besonders attraktive Preisvorteile. Bis zu 50 Prozent Rabatt bei PUMA, zahlreiche 2er- und Mehrfachkauf-Angebote bei ONLY & SONS und viele weitere Sonderaktionen warten auf die Besucher. Die Besucher können bis 21 Uhr entspannt shoppen, sparen und den Sommerabend bei Musik und kulinarischen Angeboten vom Food Truck genießen. | more

Sorbs protest against AfD proposal in the district of Görlitz

The districts in Saxony need to save money. In the district elections in June, the AfD was ahead in all ten districts of the Free State. Now it is putting forward proposals that are similar. | more

Democracy 2024: Foreigners should also vote by post in 2024

On September 1, 2024, important elections will be held in Saxony that will decide the future of the region and its diverse population. In addition to the state parliament electi... | more

Shortage of skilled workers in Saxony: Minister of Economic Affairs sees challenges

Economics Minister Dulig warns of a growing shortage of skilled workers in Saxony and emphasizes the importance of foreign workers. | more

Warum Führung ohne die richtige Haltung nicht gelingen kann

Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more

More people deported from Saxony - State Directorate reports increase in the first quarter

In the first quarter, 277 people were deported from Saxony, an increase compared to the previous year. The main countries of destination were Georgia, North Macedonia, Tunisia, Turkey and Serbia. | more

Naturalization ceremony in the Dresden state parliament: 2548 people naturalized in Saxony

Last year, 2548 people were naturalized in Saxony, more than in the previous year. The naturalization ceremony in Dresden's state parliament honours their integration achievements. | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

Saxony's Commissioner for Foreigners: Work and language are crucial for integration

Geert Mackenroth supports employment agency approach and Saxon integration law | more

Gastronomy in Saxony: Sunny Easter days and major challenges

The weather forecast for Easter in Saxony is promising with temperatures above 20 degrees. The catering industry is ready for the rush to the beer gardens, but there are also challenges in terms of qualified staff and the integration of foreigners. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Strong increase in EU foreigners in Saxony

The number of foreigners from other EU countries living in Saxony has risen sharply over the past 30 years. | more

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