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news Dw English 2026-05-12

Hijab-Wearing Contestant Challenges Far-Right AfD in Germany

Büsra Sayed made history as the first Miss Germany contestant to wear a hijab on stage, sparking controversy with the AfD party and going viral for her response.


As a Miss Germany contestant, Büsra Sayed wore a hijab on stage. This had never happened before — and the AfD didn't like it. Her response went viral.

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