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[PRESS RELEASE 07 April 2025] – Marking a major milestone for regional cooperation and resilience, the Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority (SFESA) and the National Fire Authority (NFA) of Fiji have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance fire safety and emergency response capabilities across the Pacific. “This MOU represents more than […]

[PRESS RELEASE 07 April 2025] – The Samoa Airport Authority (S.A.A.) wishes to clarify the recent vehicle screening operations conducted at the entry gate of Faleolo International Airport. The SAA’s decision to implement random screening of vehicles entering the airport premises was made in response to serious and escalating threats to public safety, security and […]

[PRESS RELEASE April 7, 2025] – The Government of Samoa has declared a 30-day State of Emergency in response to the ongoing energy crisis. The Electric Power Corporation (EPC) and the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) are working closely to ensure the continuity of essential services and minimize disruptions. 1. EPC Power Supply Update EPC […]

[PRESS RELEASE 5 April 2025] – Samoa delivered a strong performance at the Battle in the Bay strongman competition in Melbourne over the weekend, with five athletes from Strongman Samoa finishing on or near the podium across multiple divisions. The Battle in the Bay, hosted by Australia’s Strongest and Strong Geelong at the Melbourne Exhibition […]

KEYNOTE ADDRESS by the Prime Minister Hon. Fiame Naomi Mataafa [Saturday, 5th April 2025] Talofa lava, and a warm welcome to our distinguished Guests, Captains, Crews and Supporters gathered here for the 26th Annual Samoa International Game Fishing Tournament. This year we are honoured to host an impressive overseas representation of boats including 5 from […]

KEYNOTE ADDRESS by the Prime Minister Hon. Fiame Naomi Mata’afa [Thursday 3rd April 2025] Reverend Puletua Tapumanaia, Members of Cabinet, Representatives of our Development Partners, Chairpersons and members of Executive Boards of Government Public Bodies, and of Agriculture in Samoa, Heads of Government Agencies, Private Sector and Exporters, Partners of the Samoa Export Authority, Ladies […]

[GOVT PRESS SECRETARIAT – Thursday, 03rd April 2025] – Cabinet has approved the reappointment of Agafili Tomaimanō Shem Leo to the position of Chief Executive Officer for the Ministry of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (MPMC), and Secretary to Cabinet. Agafili was initially appointed to this position in late 2015 and officially commenced his duties […]

[PRESS RELEASE – Wednesday 2 April 2025] – His Excellency Mr. George Azer Saleeb Tadros presented his Letter of Credence to the Head of State, Afioga Tuimalealiifano Vaaletoa Sualauvi II at a presentation of credential ceremony held this morning accrediting him as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Samoa. […]