Samoa
News in Samoan for 12 March 2021
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
News in Samoan for 11 March 2021
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Loss of tourism hits Samoan economy hard
Samoa's economy collapsed by 8.6 percent in the 12 months to the end of September 2020.
News in Samoan for 10 March 2021
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Norfolk Islanders urge Scott Morrison to restore their autonomy
There is a shadow hanging over next month's election in Samoa after an extraordinary decision by the prime minister. Audio
Fiame to lead Samoa's FAST Party
Former Samoa deputy prime minister, Fiame Naomi Mataafa, has been named leader of the country's newest political party.
Samoa's FAST party welcomes former Deputy PM as unopposed candidate
Samoa's FAST political party has recorded its first unopposed election candidate for the new Parliament, former Deputy Prime Minister, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa.
Samoa's Covid-19 case now self-isolating
The 16 year old Samoan who tested positive for Covid-19 after arriving on 12 February has been released for home isolation.
News In Samoan for Mon 8th March 2021
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Fiame calls Tuila'epa's move an election ploy
There is a shadow hanging over next month's election in Samoa after an extraordinary decision by the prime minister. Audio
Samoan PM dismisses Opposition concerns over inquiry
Samoa's Prime Minister has dismissed claims by the Opposition FAST party that a Commission of Inquiry undermines the independence of Parliament.
Samoa's Fiame Naomi Mata'afa calls PM's claims ridiculous
Samoa's former Deputy Prime Minister says allegations of treason and breaches of standing orders are a 'bit of an election ploy.'
Investigation launched into alleged treasonous acts by Samoan MPs
Samoa's former Deputy Prime Minister and three other Opposition MPs are to be investigated for alleged treasonous activities and breaches of Standing Orders.
Samoa women back Rugby World Cup delay
Samoa's Rugby World Cup dream is still alive after World Rugby recommended the 2021 women's tournament be postponed until next year due to the ongoing effects of Covid-19.
Samoa could extend quarantine if teenager remains positive
Samoan authorities are likely to extend the quarantine period for 160 repatriated passengers who arrived three weeks ago if a 16-year-old male on their flight continues to test positive for Covid-19.
