Pegida Founder Lutz Bachmann Announces Movement's End After a Decade

Citing financial and health issues, Bachmann plans a final demonstration in Dresden, marking the conclusion of the controversial group's activities.

Lutz Bachmann, the founder of Pegida, announced the end of the organization's demonstrations, with the last event scheduled for October 20, 2024, in Dresden.
The decision comes as Bachmann faces personal financial and health challenges, prompting him to 'pull the ripcord' on the movement.
Pegida, known for its anti-Islam and anti-immigration stance, has seen dwindling participation in recent years and is classified as a right-wing extremist group by German authorities.
Bachmann, who has a criminal record and recent conviction for incitement, claims the movement contributed to the electoral success of the AfD party.
Plans for future activities include new media ventures such as podcasts and radio, as Bachmann seeks to pivot from public demonstrations to digital platforms.