Samoa Law Society raises concerns over PM’s ministerial roles

The Samoa Law Society has raised concerns over Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leauatea Schmidt’s dual role as both head of government and minister responsible for key justice portfolios. Newsline Samoa reports a statement from the Samoa Law...

From Burning Man to Samoa: Thoughts on Belonging, Healing & Change

This year at Burning Man, my wife Mia (our camp lead) and I, together with friends under the banner of “Foamy Homies” (not Dr. Bronner’s), embraced a theme of trans solidarity in the midst of cultural confusion and oppression. Our camp name was...

Ngahiraka Mai Tawhiti reaches first stop on voyage to Samoa

Navigators from Te Kura Waka have passed Rangitāhuahua (Kermadec Islands), the first stop on their voyage to Samoa, after a week at sea. Nine crew members set sail from Tāmaki Makaurau last week aboard their waka hourua, Ngahiraka Mai Tawhiti, as...

WCF Unveils New Pasifika Range With Samoa Single-Origin Bar

Press Release – Wellington Chocolate Factory Wellington Chocolate Factory co-founder Gabe Davidson says the Samoan bar is the first of six that will complete the Pasifika collection, which will be released between now and 2027. Wellington...

Former Manu Samoa captain urges players to “put the team first”

Former Manu Samoa captain Filipo Levi. Photo: TVNZ “As a past player we know exactly what is happening, we’ve been there, done that. Just put the team first” – Filipo Levi. Former Manu Samoa captain Filipo Levi has taken to social media to make a...

Samoa Airways sends second aircraft for retrofit in Canada

Samoa Airways has sent its second aircraft off -island for a full retrofit as part of the national carrier’s fleet modernization program. The retrofit will be carried out by Unity Aviation Canada, following agreements signed with Canadian firms to...

SAMOA: ‘Even Amid Political Crisis, Samoa Resolves Conflicts Through Democratic Means Rather than Violence’

Interviews 25 September 2025 CIVICUS discusses Samoa’s recent election with Lucia S Chung Kwan, a history lecturer at the National University of Samoa. Samoa held a snap general election on 29 August after the government collapsed when parliament...

SICCI strengthens role in climate action through regional training in Samoa

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) joined regional counterparts in Apia, Samoa, in September for the Strengthening Public and Private Collaboration to Address Climate Change Impacts in the Pacific training course. The...

Samoa’s State of (financial) Emergency continues

Apia, SAMOA — (September 30, 2025) A State of Emergency has been declared in Samoa, effective from September 30 to October 29, 2025, to authorize the release of funds from the Treasury to address an ongoing economic emergency. The proclamation was...

New in-country testing advances breast cancer care in Samoa and Tonga

The Pacific Community (SPC) is enhancing breast cancer diagnosis and management in the Pacific Islands, where it stands as the most common cancer affecting women. Through a vital new laboratory strengthening initiative, Samoa and Tonga are now...

Samoa declares 'economic emergency' over budget crisis

Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii Samoa's head of state has declared a 30-day state of emergency due to a financial crisis triggered by the failure to pass an Approbriation Bill, as outlined under the country's constitution. Tuimaleali'ifano Va'aleto'a...

Samoa Airways sends second aircraft for retrofit

Miss Samoa Victoria drops out

'Know who you are, be teachable': Miss Samoa Litara Ieremia-Allan reflects on her reign

Feature - With the Miss Samoa Pageant just weeks away, reigning titleholder Litara Ieremia-Allan is preparing to pass on her crown. But before she does, she has a message for the young women who want to take on the role. "Know who you are - that...

2025 Pacific Championships: NRL captains ruled out for Fiji and Samoa

Two NRL club captains have been ruled out of the 2025 Pacific Championships in a massive blow to both Fiji and Samoa. After sustaining an ankle injury in the opening week of the 2025 NRL Finals series, which ruled him out for the remainder of the...

'Know who you are, be teachable': Miss Samoa Litara Ieremia-Allen reflects on her reign

Feature - With the Miss Samoa Pageant just weeks away, reigning titleholder Litara Ieremia-Allen is preparing to pass on her crown. But before she does, she has a message for the young women who want to take on the role. "Know who you are - that...

UAE leaders greet PM of Samoa on taking constitutional oath

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar...

Samoa Observer part of ABC program

The Samoa Observer recently took part in the inaugural executive leadership program delivered by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development (ABCID), designed to bring together senior media leaders from across the Pacific and...

Samoa have one last chance to claim world cup spot after loss to Chile

Manu Samoa team bows in prayer after their 31-12 loss to Chile on Sunday morning. Photo: Supplied/Manu Samoa Chile secured their 2027 Rugby World Cup spot with a 31-12 win over Manu Samoa at the the Estadio Sausalito in Viña del Mar. While the win...

Samoa thumps Baby Pearls

file photo The Fiji Baby Pearls suffered their third loss of the Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar this morning. The side met with Samoa in the 9th and 12th place semi-final, where they went down 71-53. The Baby Pearls started off well and was...