Samoa Global News

The Samoa Export Authority’s inaugural Chief Executive Officer, Pouli Dr Keneti Faulalo, will step down on 31 December 2026 to prioritise his health and wellbeing.

Apia Samoa 22 October 2026.

South African lock Hyron Andrews, who was found dead in his team’s hotel ahead of a Champions Cup match in France, died due to a “tear in the aorta”, his franchise, the Lions, said on Wednesday.

“Leadership is not about power, but about purpose, uniting people during change and builing a future where everyone thrives”.

Tusia: Pesetā Tusiga Taofiga, Gvt Press.

Ua saunoa le Palemia, Laʻaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt, e mana’omia galuega fa’anatinati e toe fa’aleleia ai falema’i o Samoa, ona o fa’aletonu sa tatau ona fo’ia i le 10 i le 20 tausaga ua mavae.

In a comprehensive national address highlighting pressing domestic challenges, Prime Minister Laʻaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt has announced a series of major initiatives.

Tusia: Pesetā Tusiga Taofiga, Gvt Press.

Samoa Police are appealing for the public’s help to locate 10-year-old Iosefa Amosa, who has been missing since Monday, 19 October 2026.

More than a year after Samoa’s general election, Aliimalemanu Moti Alofa Tuuau has made a humble call on Parliament to reconsider the timing of the constitutional provision which guarantees women a minimum share of seats.

Ua faatonuina e le Palemia ni lipoti aloaia mai le Matagaluega o Tupe, le Faletupe Tutotonu ma le Ofisa o Fuainumera Faamauina, e folasia i le Palemene e tali atu ai i faamatalaga o loo fesiligia ai le tulaga tau tupe ma le tamaoaiga o Samoa.

Parliament of Samoa, Mulinuu Apia.

Toa Samoa head coach Ben Gardiner has made just one change to the side that thrashed France 74-8 ahead of their clash against the PNG Kumuls.

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Samoa’s Under 21 Mens tag team have been crowned World Champions following the 2026 ITF Tag World Cup in Coffs Harbour, Australia.

Samoa Police are appealing for information to help locate a Nissan Tilda reported stolen from Lotopa on Saturday, 17 October.

Samoa’s Eneliko Tui and Rhapsody Keneti Jnr Pouoa have claimed gold at the 2026 Oceania Beach Volleyball Championship, defeating Australia in an exciting men’s final in the Cook Islands.

Ua fa’aalia e le Minisita o le Soifua Mālōlōina, Afioga Vaaaoao Salumalo Alofipo, ua ioeina e se tasi o Ofisa Sili Lagolago e to’alua o loo fa’amālōlō mai le Matagaluega, ni vaega sa lē ausia i le fa’atinoina o ona tiute, ma tulai mai ai fa’aletonu sa lei…

Ua fa’amaonia e le Kapeneta le tofia aloā’ia o le afioga iā Su’a Aulaga Faumuinā e avea ma Pule Fa’atonu fou mo le Ofisa o le Pule Fa’atonu mo le umi e tolu tausaga.

Health Minister Hon Vaaaoao Salumalo Alofipo says one of two suspended Ministry of Health Assistant Chief Executive Officers has acknowledged shortcomings in his duties that contributed to 26 oxygen cylinders going missing from the National Hospital.

Cabinet has approved the appointment of Su’a Aulaga Faumuinā as the new Regulator of the Office of the Regulator for a three-year term.

Na tatalo faatolu le Aposetolo o Paulo i le Alii ina ia aveese le “laau i lona tino” (a thorn on his side) – o se faaletonu po o se mafatiaga sa oo ia te ia.

On this day in 1970, Fiji gained independence from Britain, ending 96 years of colonial rule and beginning a new chapter as a sovereign Pacific nation.

Ua faaalia e se tinā mai Vaimoso Tai, e lē o popole o ia i lana taavale ma meatotino na mu i se faalavelave na tula’i mai i Vailoa i le tusa o le itula e 6 i le taeao nei, ae ua ia faafetai i le Atua ua saogalemu o ia ma si ana tama.

Cabinet has approved the reappointment of Tuala Tamaalelagi Siaki Tuala II as Chief Executive Officer of Samoa’s Gambling Control Authority for a further three-year term.

Aliimalemanu Moti Alofa Tuuau has been appointed Samoa’s sixth woman Member of Parliament, completing the constitutional minimum for women’s representation following the conclusion of electoral proceedings arising from the 2025 general election.

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Terrell May says he decided to withdraw from World Cup selection in order to repay the Wests Tigers for giving him and his brother a big contract this year.

Ua tumau pea Tuia Pua Fuatogi Letoa o le Sui Faipule o Safata Numera 2 mo le vaega faaupufai o le FAST, ina ua teena e le Faamasinoga Maualuga le talosaga na lu‘iina ai lona manumalo i le faigapalota laititi ia Iulai.

Samoa has been recognised as the Best Host Country following an international tour by reigning Miss Global Nguyen Dinh Nhu Van, who visited 13 countries during her reign.

Tuia Pua Fuatogi Letoa remains the FAST Member of Parliament for Safata No. 2 after the Supreme Court dismissed an election petition challenging compensation payments made shortly before the July by-election.

A mother whose car caught fire in Vailoa at about 6am this morning says she is not worried about the vehicle and belongings she lost.

A powerful moment of Samoan pride shared by Hollywood star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has helped inspire a new anthem celebrating Samoan identity, cultural heritage and the dreams of future generations.

Atamanuia Jane Satuala has credited her parents’ hard work and sacrifices for helping her achieve her childhood dream of becoming a lawyer.

Parramatta Eels have announced the signing of premiership-winning forward Spencer Leniu on a four-year contract commencing in the 2027 NRL season.

Maota Airport officially reopened on Thursday, 8 October, with Prime Minister La‘aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt describing the return of regular air services as a step towards greater opportunities for Savai‘i.

Manu Samoa Head Coach Lemalu Tusi Pisi has named some heavy hitters in his squad for the upcoming Nations Cup in November.

The Samoa Airport Authority team has been working round the clock to prepare Maota Airport for its official reopening this morning, bringing regular air services between Upolu and Savai‘i back in time for White Sunday weekend.

The sunshine is free.

Toa Samoa and Fetu Samoa have been sent off with a strong message of faith, unity and confidence as they prepare for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.

Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt has urged Toa Samoa and Fetu Samoa to carry the nation’s faith, pride and unity into the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a rallying call to bring the trophy home.

RNZ – With his father a respected Samoan chief, there was only one man Jacob Laban wanted advice from regarding his international rugby league future.

India’s relationship with Samoa reaches into dialysis wards, university classrooms and overseas medical treatment—and its newly accredited High Commissioner wants to strengthen that cooperation.

Former electoral official Afualo Daryl Mapu has been given an opportunity to undergo rehabilitation under a sentence of supervision and community service for drug and firearm offences.

The case against Opposition Leader Hon Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi over statements he allegedly made about the Prime Minister was adjourned again when it was called before the District Court on Tuesday, 6 October.

No confirmed palolo rising was reported from anywhere in Upolu or Savai‘i following the anticipated 3-4 October dates, leaving harvesters and market customers disappointed.

Ua tuu mai le faatoesega a le Afioga i le Palemia ona o se faaupuga sa ia saunoa ai e viivii ai se tasi o taitai iloga i le lalolagi sa ia sauaina ma faatonuina le fasiotia o le silia ma le 5 miliona o tagata Iutaia (Jews).

Samoa Airways have anounced daily Savaii flights from this Friday 9 October 2026, with fares reduced from what was earlier announced.

Toa Samoa have officially named a 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a strong mix of established international stars, NRL talent and exciting young players.

In a move to improve access to justice for people who cannot afford a lawyer, the Government has allocated $600,000 tala for legal aid in the 2026/2027 financial year, with the aim of increasing funding to $1 million by year’s end.