Epi-week 16: 14/04/25 – 20/04/25
[PRESS RELEASE 17 April 2025] – Cabinet has approved significant developments concerning the Apia Park Complex. This decision marks a pivotal step in enhancing the sports infrastructure in Samoa, aimed at fostering athletic excellence and providing state-of-the-art facilities for both athletes and spectators. 1. Cessation of Usage: Effective immediately, the three grandstands located on the […]
[PRESS RELEASE – APIA, 17 April 2025] – The Ministry of Health is officially declaring a dengue fever outbreak in Samoa. There has been a significant increase in the number of suspected and confirmed cases, particularly in Upolu, over the past two weeks. Since January a total of 15 confirmed cases have been reported from […]
[PRESS RELEASE – APIA, SAMOA 17 April 2025] – In a proud moment for Samoa’s national carrier, Samoa Airways’ aircraft 5W-FAW soared back into service this morning, taking flight for the first time since completing a major overhaul in Canada — and it did so in distinguished company. Flight OL222, departing from Fagalii Airport at […]
[PRESS RELEASE – WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL 2025] – His Excellency Mr. Beka Dvali presented his Letters of Credence to the Head of State of the Independent State of Samoa, Afioga Tuimaleali’ifano Va’aletoa Sualauvi II, at a Credentials ceremony held this morning at the Official Residence of the Head of State at Vailele, accrediting His Excellency […]
[PRESS RELEASE 17 April 2025] – Cabinet has approved significant developments concerning the Apia Park Complex. This decision marks a pivotal step in enhancing the sports infrastructure in Samoa, aimed at fostering athletic excellence and providing state-of-the-art facilities for both athletes and spectators. 1. Cessation of Usage: Effective immediately, the three grandstands located on the […]
[PRESS RELEASE – APIA, 17 April 2025] – The Ministry of Health is officially declaring a dengue fever outbreak in Samoa. There has been a significant increase in the number of suspected and confirmed cases, particularly in Upolu, over the past two weeks. Since January a total of 15 confirmed cases have been reported from […]
[PRESS RELEASE – APIA, SAMOA 17 April 2025] – In a proud moment for Samoa’s national carrier, Samoa Airways’ aircraft 5W-FAW soared back into service this morning, taking flight for the first time since completing a major overhaul in Canada — and it did so in distinguished company. Flight OL222, departing from Fagalii Airport at […]
[PRESS RELEASE – WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL 2025] – His Excellency Mr. Beka Dvali presented his Letters of Credence to the Head of State of the Independent State of Samoa, Afioga Tuimaleali’ifano Va’aletoa Sualauvi II, at a Credentials ceremony held this morning at the Official Residence of the Head of State at Vailele, accrediting His Excellency […]
[UNESCO OFFICE, APIA – 15 April 2025] – Talofa lava and greetings from the UNESCO Apia Regional Office for the Pacific. Each year, on 23 April, the world celebrates the power and beauty of books. Books are gateways to new worlds, offering opportunities for learning, entertainment, and understanding. They connect us to others and provide […]
(SAMOA NATIONAL CRIME PREVENTION POLICY 2025 – 2030) SAUNOAGA AUTU a le Afioga i le Palemia, Hon. Fiame Naomi Mata’afa [Aso Faraile 11 Aperila 2025] Lau Susuga i le Taitai o le Sauniga, Lau Susuga i le Tamā Malolo Manumalo, Aisoli Tapā Iuli, ao lau Afioga foi o le Taitaifono foi o le Ekalesia Soofaatasi […]
REMARKS by the Prime Minister of the Independent State of Samoa, Honourable Fiame Naomi Mata’afa [Wednesday 9 April, 2025] Pastor Samoa Unoi, Your Excellency, Viktor Vavricka and your good lady, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Ladies and Gentlemen, Talofa and a pleasant good evening to you all. It is a pleasure to join you this […]
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 […]
Ou te fa’afeiloa’i atu i lenei itula o le aso, i lau fa’afofoga’aga Samoa, mai tafa e fia o le atunu’u. O ou paia ma mamalu o le a lē afea e se fa’amatalaga, auā o Samoa o le fue lavelave, e leai se poto po’o se vave na te autalaina. Ae nu’unu’u atu ia […]
(GOVT. PRESS SECRETARY]- To’oala Elita To’oala, will continue as the Ministry of Public Enterprise Chief Executive Officer per Cabinet approval this week. A Samoa College alumni To’oala completed her Undergraduate Degree in Business Studies at the University of the South Pacific (USP) in Fiji complemented by a Bachelor of Commerce from the National University of […]
[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 […]
(GOVT. PRESS SECRETARIAT) Cabinet has approved the appointment of Malaeulu Aysha Perlina Rimoni as the new Chief Executive Officer for the Unit Trust of Samoa for the next three years. She takes over the reins from former CEO Tevaga Viane Tagiilima who did not reapply for the position. Malaeulu has served the trust in the […]
O OLI MA FOLI: [OFISA O LE SOÓUPU]- Ua toe taumafai mai foʻi Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi i se isi ana taumafaiga e gaepu le polokiki e fa’alavelave ai i faiga fa’avae, e ala i lona vala’au o le Afioga i le Palemia Fiame Naomi Mataʻafa ina ia fa’amavae a’o le’i faia le palota o le […]
The Ministry is aware that a fabricated email dated 11 February 2025 is being circulated on Facebook supposedly from the Honourable Prime Minister and addressed to FAST Party Members. The Prime Minister and her Office have no connection to the fabricated email and disavow the views and sentiments expressed in it. All official statements from […]
Samoan traditional dance
Christianity
Moataa Village
Flora of Samoa
Apia Harbour
