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Pursuit of Centres Devoid of Vehicular Traffic

Hannover's Mayor Belit Onay proposes several contentious ideas for the state capital of Lower Saxony, including making the city center car-free.

Expanding Urban Cores Without Automobiles
Expanding Urban Cores Without Automobiles

Pursuit of Centres Devoid of Vehicular Traffic

In the heart of Lower Saxony, the Lower Saxony state capital of Hannover welcomed a new mayor in November 2019. Benjamin Lassiwe, a man of diverse background, made history as the first Mayor of a German state capital to have a migration background.

Mayor Lassiwe's election was a premiere in several ways. Breaking the mould of tradition, he became the first Mayor of Hannover since 1946 not to have an SPD party membership. His slogans on the campaign posters, "Let's embark on this journey" and "More freedom. Less car.", resonated with the voters and paved the way for his victory.

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Mayor Lassiwe's migration background adds a unique perspective to his role as the city's leader. His election marks a significant step forward in the representation of diverse communities in German politics. As we follow his tenure, we look forward to seeing the impact of his leadership on the city of Hannover.

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