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Samoa stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, condemns Russia’s invasion
Pacific News Service
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Samoa has voted in support of Ukraine in the 11th Emergency session of the UN General Assembly Wednesday. Samoa’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Fatumanava-o-Upolu III Dr Pa’olelei Luteru also condemned “Russia’s unprovoked attack...
Election politics divides families: Fr Mosese
Samoa Observer
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Archbishop Mosese Tui says it would be a lie to say politics in Samoa leading up to the election was peaceful. He said politics has divided families and villages. Archbishop Mosese was speaking at a special televised programme of the Diocese of...
South Africans slam Minister Gayton McKenzie for old unpatriotic Springboks tweet
Briefly
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August 24, 2025
Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has come under fire again for his remarks This time, the minister is in the spotlight for an old tweet about the South African national rugby team The unpatriotic tweet about the Springboks...
Nii Kpakpo Samoa Addo calls for regulation of bloggers
GhanaWeb
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August 23, 2025
A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) legal team, Nii Kpakpo Samoa Addo, has urged the National Media Commission (NMC) and relevant state institutions to introduce clear policies to regulate the activities of bloggers and freelance...
CEO appointments legal: Fiame
Samoa Observer
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The appointment of two chief executive officers in the last week was a transparent process managed by the Public Service Commission, said caretaker Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mataafa. She was responding to claims by the Faatuatua ile Atua Samoa ua...
Lauofo considers NZ legal action
Samoa Observer
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The Chairman of Anoamaa 2 District Council and Deputy Leader of the Human Rights Protection Party, Lauofo Fonotoe Lauofo, says he will take legal action against a New Zealand social media program which accused him of being involved in the sale of...
Samoa show there is far more to this Women’s Rugby World Cup than winning in 73-0 defeat to Australia
Rugby World
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August 23, 2025
The other two sides in England's pool battled it out at Salford Community Stadium on Saturday Maybe there is more to this game than just winning. If ever you wanted an example of that then Saturday’s Pool A clash at the Salford Community Stadium...
Nii Kpakpo Samoa Addo calls for regulation of bloggers, online publishers
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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August 23, 2025
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei A Member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Legal Team, Nii Kpakpo Samoa Addo, has urged the National Media Commission (NMC) and relevant state institutions to introduce clear policies to regulate the activities...
Elections alcohol ban enforced
Samoa Observer
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The Ministry of Customs and Revenue announces a temporary closure of alcohol sales and distribution on August 28–29, 2025, due to the General Election, with services resuming at 6am on August 30. (Photo: Samoa Observer) The Ministry of Customs and...
Sāmoa 2025 general elections: A key vote for FAST, HRPP and the rise of Fiamē’s SUP
Pacific News Service
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By Renate Rivers On 29 August, Sāmoans will go to the polls to elect their parliamentary representatives for the next five-year term. This guide provides an overview of the main political players, the contentious issues, and why this election...
Two Day Alcohol Ban during Samoa’s General Elections
Samoa Global News
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August 22, 2025
There will be a 2-day.ban on the sale of alcohol in Samoa during the General election next week. There is an exception for hotels and restaurants servicing the important tourism industry. But general sales will not be allowed from midnight...
“What will happen will happen” – Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, caretaker Prime Minister
TP+
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August 22, 2025
All eyes are set on Samoa ahead of its snap election. From the moment you arrive at Faleolo airport and drive towards Apia in Samoa, the signs and billboards of political candidates from various parties can be seen almost everywhere. There are...
Law allows party-backed candidates as independents
Samoa Observer
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Fiu Ponifasio Vasa, who was introduced by the FAST Party as its candidate for Palauli No.2, is officially registered as an independent for the upcoming by-election. (Photo: Samoa Observer) Samoa’s Electoral Act permits candidates who receive party...
Re-election of the Pacific's 'Iron Lady' could rest on a $50 box of chicken
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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August 22, 2025
For Samoan taxi driver Muaautasi Kirifi Su'a, life is tough at the moment — and he has a lot of mouths to feed. "We have six children, but we have 10 grandkids," he tells the ABC. "Overall that's 18 [including my wife and me]." Muaautasi Kirifi...
Samoa and Fiji Lead Peer-to-Peer Exchange to Strengthen Community Tourism in the Pacific
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 21, 2025
The Pacific’s rich cultures, traditions, and natural beauty form the foundation of authentic visitor experiences that reflect the true spirit of Pasifika. Recognising this, Samoa and Fiji have joined forces in a Peer-to-Peer Exchange on Community...
Caretaker Government Responds to Appointment of CEO Foreign Affairs and Trade
Samoa Global News
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August 22, 2025
The Caretaker Government have issued a statement on the appointment of the Chief Executive Officer for Samoa’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The statement responds to a Press Release by the Faatuatua I le Atua Samoa ua Tasi. Both...
From Matä'afa Fiamë to Fiamë Naomi: Samoa's prime ministers since independence
RNZ
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August 21, 2025
Samoa's prime ministers since independence (from left to right): Fiamē Mata'afa Faumuina Mulinu'u II, Tupua Tamasese Lealofi IV, Tuiatua Tupua Tamasese Efi, Tofilau Eti Alesana, Vaai Kolone, Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi , Fiamē Naomi Photo: RNZ...
Candidates and convictions explained
Samoa Observer
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As Samoa heads into its 2025 general election, concerns have emerged over whether candidates with criminal convictions or pending court cases are eligible to stand. Reports indicate that some individuals seeking office may have past convictions or...
Samoa’s tragedy and RFK’s alleged role
Atlanta News First - Georgia
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August 20, 2025
This series was developed in partnership with The Pulitzer Center. SAMOA — Thirty-three days after two Samoan children died in 2019 from a deadly mix of the MMR vaccine and muscle relaxant, an organization founded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. - the...
From Fiamē Mata'afa to Fiamē Naomi: Samoa's prime ministers since independence
RNZ
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August 21, 2025
Samoa's prime ministers since independence (from left to right): Fiamē Mata'afa Faumuina Mulinu'u II, Tupua Tamasese Lealofi IV, Tuiatua Tupua Tamasese Efi, Tofilau Eti Alesana, Vaai Kolone, Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi , Fiamē Naomi Photo: RNZ...