April 21, 2025
Dirk Volgesang, Chairman of the German-Eritrean Society: “The Sheer Resilience of the Eritrean People Attracted me to Eritrea”
Interview conducted by: Sabrina Solomon
The German-Eritrean Society (DEG) serves as a unifying platform for individuals, groups, and institutions in Germany with a shared interest in fostering positive relations with Eritrea and its people. The DEG aims to raise public awareness and counter prevailing negative narratives by connecting and coordinating diverse activities focused on Eritrea. We spoke with Mr. Dirk Volgesang, the articulate chairman of the DEG, to delve into the society’s origins and mission, and his insights on the ties between Germany and Eritrea.
