Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio

Misleading videos of a peaceful Sikh gathering at Hviezdoslav Square in Bratislava recently sparked controversy on social media. Some commentators and politicians portrayed the event as a potential threat, using unrelated footage to fuel fears about migration. But who are the Sikhs, what do they believe, and why are more of them choosing Slovakia as their home? We speak to representatives of the Slovakia Sikh Society about their community, their experiences and the controversy surrounding the gathering. Later, in Slovakia Through My Eyes, Octavia McKenzie explores the conditions and opportunities for international students at Slovak universities, with insights from the Ministry of Education.