Health and education important, not aircraft: Samoa’s PM
Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa has reiterated that the idea of Samoa operating its national carrier is not a government priority right now. In a statement made during Parliament deliberations on Wednesday,
Samoa PM addresses parliament amid political turmoil
Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa has apologised to the country for the division within the Faatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party with confidence in her leadership central to the divisions. Her apology was
Samoa political saga: Challenge to party removal reported
Samoa’s prime minister and the five other ousted members of the ruling FAST Party are reportedly challenging their removal. FAST chairman La’auli Leuatea Schmidt on Wednesday announced the removal of the
Samoan teen photographer captures his culture on camera
William Sauaso-Rasch is an extraordinary young photographer who is already making waves in the art world with his powerful work, deeply rooted in his Samoan culture. At just 16 years old, he’s not only a talented
Tuilaepa will contest in 2026 election
In a resolute display of political longevity, veteran parliamentarian and Leader of the Human Rights Protection Party (HRPP), Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi made it clear that retirement is not on the horizon. At
$17M Vailima Brewery opens doors
The Taste of Samoa has returned home and will hit the market in a week as the $17 million (US$6.11 million) Vailima Breweries factory was officially opened on Friday evening. This marks the return of the production of
New Zealand navy ship sank off Samoa because autopilot was left on, inquiry finds
A series of human errors caused a New Zealand navy ship HMNZS Manawanui to plough into a reef off the coast of Samoa, where it caught fire and sank, according to the preliminary findings of a military court of inquiry
Taking Samoan cricket to new heights
Samoa had a successful outing at the Men’s T20 Cricket East-Asia/Pacific Sub-Regional Qualifiers in August, demonstrating the great potential and homegrown talent found in the islands. Amongst the highlights was
NZ citizenship: Samoans flock to NZ High Commission
Beach Road, Apia transformed into a bustling hive of anticipation on Tuesday with an estimated 300 people visiting the New Zealand High Commission Office for the application for NZ Citizenship for Samoans born before
Junk cars becoming environmental concern in Samoa
The number of junk vehicles in Samoa’s ‘vehicle graveyards’ is growing posing an environmental concern with the absence of policies and laws to deal with the problem. The Samoa Observer reports that
Samoa’s Tulsi Gabbard heads U.S. intelligence
United States President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former congresswoman and Samoan, Tulsi Gabbard to serve as director of National
Look not at the scores but the scores of girls we inspire: Albert
Orchids captain Elsie Albert is adamant the tale of her nation’s Pacific Championships campaign lies not in the results but in the enormous impact it will have on aspiring youngsters back
Protecting the children left behind
A report looking at the impact of labour mobility schemes on children in four Pacific nations has found that while the remittances they generate are critical in supporting families, the schemes are placing physical and
Green skills, wellness, and digital proficiency
As Pacific Island nations navigate rapid economic changes, the demand for “green skills” is on the
Pacific women coaches excel in world rugby
World Rugby in partnership with leading global insurance brokerage firm, Gallagher, selected two coaches from the Pacific for the Gallagher High Performance
CHOGM: Nations should keep their maritime boundaries
Commonwealth nations have agreed Saturday that a nation's maritime boundaries should remain fixed even if climate change causes small island states to be
Commonwealth Investment Plan unveiled
Commonwealth leaders gathered for a side event in Apia, Samoa to unveil the Commonwealth Investment Action
Commonwealth leaders and climate experts call for additional climate finance
The 2024 Commonwealth Climate Breakfast this year focused on building consensus for climate finance targets in the run-up to COP
Pacific island Niue wants seat at Commonwealth leaders’ table
The Pacific Island state is excluded from this week's Commonwealth leaders meeting, and its prime minister wants change.
Commonwealth leaders urged to work harder to leave no woman behind
Commonwealth leaders are being urged to work harder to get rid of the barriers and biases that continue to hold back women and girls.
Youthful resilience will be Commonwealth core strength in coming years, Samoa summit declares
The vibrant colours and rich Samoan culture filled the room as the 13th Commonwealth Youth Forum (CYF) opened in Apia, Samoa
Important milestones at CHOGM
More than 4,000 delegates and leaders from 56 Commonwealth countries will gather in Apia, this week for the bi-annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
“This is our chance,” says Samoa PM Fiame
Samoa Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa views the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) as a unique opportunity for the small island nation to highlight its rich