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17/06/2026

Government Updated on Samoan Nationals Detained in Vietnam

Apia, SAMOA - 17 June 2026 - In a press statement, the Government of Samoa said it is kept updated on developments concerning two Samoan nationals who are currently held in custody in Vietnam in relation to an ongoing murder investigation. Since becoming aware of this matter, the Government has taken active steps through its international partners and diplomatic channels to facilitate contact and cooperation between the relevant authorities in Samoa and their counterparts in Vietnam....

Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – In a press statement, the Government of Samoa said it is kept updated on developments concerning two Samoan nationals who are currently held in custody in Vietnam in relation to an ongoing murder investigation. Since becoming aware of this matter, the Government has ...

17/06/2026

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By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – Ah Liki Wholesale has announced a new partnership with Pasifika Sanitary Products to deliver locally made sanitary care solutions to Samoa. Ah Liki Wholesale will be the exclusive distributor in Samoa, ensuring that these products reach supermark...

17/06/2026

NEOC Reassures Samoa’s Fuel Supply Remains Secure

Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) today reassured the public that Samoa’s fuel supply remains secure, with scheduled shipments continuing as planned. The country remains under Amber Level Alert and should conditions continue to improve, the Disaster Advisory Committee (DAC) may recommend a return to Green Level for Cabinet consideration and approval. Current Fuel Status…...

Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) today reassured the public that Samoa’s fuel supply remains secure, with scheduled shipments continuing as planned. The country remains under Amber Level Alert and should conditions continue to improve, the Disaster A...

16/06/2026

Government Education Grant abused and not audited for 8 years
Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The funds available through the One Government Grant (OGG) set up to assist schools, have been abused, misspent and some school principals now face court cases over the alleged theft of the funds.

Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The funds available through the One Government Grant (OGG) set up to assist schools, have been abused, misspent and some school principals now face court cases over the alleged theft of the funds. This was revealed by the Minister of Education, Aiono Prof. Alec Ekero...

16/06/2026

Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic Opens to Improve Women’s Health

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA - 17 June 2026 - The Ministry of Health has opened its first-ever Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic. The new facility is located on the ground floor of the Health Credential Centre at Moto'otua. In opening the facility, the Associate Minister of Health Motuopu'a Seve Henney Papali'i emphasized the clinic is part of the efforts by the Ministry to prevent and improve health services for women as cervical cancer primarily affects women....

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The Ministry of Health has opened its first-ever Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic. The new facility is located on the ground floor of the Health Credential Centre at Moto’otua. In opening the facility, the Associate Minister of Health Motuopu.....

16/06/2026

Fake Invoices have short-changed Government for so long – PM told Parliament

By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, SAMOA – 16 June 2026 - Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Schmidt publicly stated in Parliament this morning that the Government has been short-changed for so long as fake invoices by-passed customs duties and fees that are not properly collected. The Prime Minister was responding to assertions by the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Lauofo Fonotoe Pierre Meredith who doubted the high revenue targets set by the Government to be collected by the Ministry of Customs and Revenue, when the Government intends not to increase customs duties....

By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, SAMOA – 16 June 2026 – Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Schmidt publicly stated in Parliament this morning that the Government has been short-changed for so long as fake invoices by-passed customs duties and fees that are not properly collected. The Pri...

16/06/2026

Salelologa Township $35M Development under PREPARE Samoa Programme

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA - 16 June 2026 - The transformation at Salelologa township on Savaii Island will include a master plan for renovating the market and creating a vibrant waterfront with parks and recreational areas for children and families. This development is funded by the World Bank through the PREPARE Samoa programme, with a total budget of US$35 million....

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA – 16 June 2026 – The transformation at Salelologa township on Savaii Island will include a master plan for renovating the market and creating a vibrant waterfront with parks and recreational areas for children and families. This development is funded by the World...

16/06/2026

Over 6,000 Safata residents sign to receive Manawanui compensation

By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, SAMOA – 16 June 2026 - The National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) has confirmed that more than 6,000 residents of Safata district will soon receive compensation from the $10 million allocated by the New Zealand Government over the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui off the coast of the district in October 2025. Fui Tupai Simanu, Deputy Chairman of the National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) said out of 10,457 residents, 957 have signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and have been submitted to the Ministry of Finance (M*F) for payment....

By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, SAMOA – 16 June 2026 – The National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) has confirmed that more than 6,000 residents of Safata district will soon receive compensation from the $10 million allocated by the New Zealand Government over the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui off th...

16/06/2026

Samoa Hosts Pacific Education Leaders Conference for the First Time

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA -16 June 2026 - Samoa is hosting this week a gathering of education leaders from across the Pacific marking the first time such a conference has taken place in Samoa. It is also the first gathering of the Core Executive of the Pacific Education Council meeting in Samoa. In opening the meeting, Prime Minister, La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt, emphasized the importance of investing in teachers as the country continues to face the shortage of teachers over the years....

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA -16 June 2026 – Samoa is hosting this week a gathering of education leaders from across the Pacific marking the first time such a conference has taken place in Samoa. It is also the first gathering of the Core Executive of the Pacific Education Council meeting in S...

15/06/2026

Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority New Recruits Graduation 2026
Venue: Police Academy, Tafaigata
Date: Monday 15th June 2026