Press Releases

Apia, Samoa – Samoa Airways wishes to address recent concerns regarding our drug testing program and reiterate our unwavering commitment to safety and the well-being of our passengers and employees. Safety is our top priority, and we will not compromise on this core value. Safety First At Samoa Airways, we prioritize safety above all else. […]

(PRESS RELEASE February 14, 2025)-Jai Opetaia is a renowned professional boxer with proud Samoan heritage. He is the reigning Cruiserweight World Champion, holding both the Ring Magazine and International Boxing Federation (IBF) titles. On Tuesday morning, February 11, the Campus of Hope had the honor of welcoming back Jai Opetaia. This marks his second visit […]

14 February 2025 The Central Bank of Samoa (CBS) is seeking the public’s input on two important draft Legislation, the Samoa Moneylenders Bill and the Samoa Microfinance Bill. These two Bills are critical pieces of legislation designed to ensure fair practices, protect consumers, and promote financial stability. The objectives of the Moneylenders Bill are to: […]

On February 11 2025, the delegation from the European Union (EU) led by Mr. Dirk Homann (the head of finance and contract), along with Mr. Geshneel Verma (the financial officer) and Mr. Gianluca Vannini (the programme manager), had a meeting with SVSG in respect to the Nofotane Samoa Social Enterprise (NSSE) project to evaluate its […]

The Samoa Victim Support Group (SVSG) is marking an important milestone this year—20 years of dedicated service to the people of Samoa. Since its inception, SVSG has been at the forefront of advocating for the protection and well-being of vulnerable individuals, particularly women and children affected by violence. To commemorate this momentous occasion, the SVSG […]

12 Fepuari, 2025 Talu ai ona ua fa’amautuina i fa’ai’uga o su’esu’ega a le Faalapotopoga o Suesuega Faasaienisi a Samoa (SROS), ua tonu ai le Komiti (Marine Pollution Advisory Committee) e ave’ese atoa le Sone Puipuia (Precautionary Zone). O lenei sone puipuia sa fa’atinoina ina ia fautuaina ai le ’aua ne’i toe fagotaina so’o se […]

In an inspiring display of community engagement, Conservation International Samoa hosted a citizen science workshop last Thursday, focusing on household waste management audits. The event brought together participants of all ages, including 14-year-old Hanisisevae Vai-Stierman, the Ocean Ambassador for Manta Trust, who shared her enthusiasm for the initiative. “Today I learnt that a citizen scientist […]

February 11, 2025 Samoa has officially launched the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Framework 2024-2034. This initiative aims to provide children in Samoa with access to essential resources for growth, learning, and development from early childhood. The launch occurred on February 11, 2025, at the Taumeasina Island Resort, attended by dignitaries, donors, and key stakeholders. Honourable […]