🇼🇸 Samoa Global News
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BSP Supports Samoa Ne’i Galo School Festival to be Held in Savaii
- The Bank of South Pacific (BSP) has provided generous support for the upcoming Samoa Ne’i Galo School Festival. - This cultural festival, organized by the Ministry of Education and Culture, aims to …
Samoa Boosts Overseas Medical Treatment Fund with Additional $2 Million
- The Samoan government has allocated an additional $2 million to fund its overseas medical treatment program. - This program sends citizens to countries like New Zealand and India for specialized car…
39 Samoan Students Receive Yazaki Kizuna Scholarships, Strengthening Japan-Samoa Ties
- Thirty-nine students from the University of the South Pacific (USP) and the National University of Samoa (NUS) received scholarships from the Yazaki Kizuna Foundation for 2026. - The scholarship rec…
Dwayne Johnson Turns Heads in Polynesian Inspired Look at Met Gala 2026
- Dwayne Johnson wore a custom Thom Browne outfit featuring a black mohair tailcoat and pleated skirt to the 2026 Met Gala. - Johnson stated the look was inspired by Polynesian culture, where skirts a…
Samoa's Prime Minister Returns to Work After Successful Medical Check in New Zealand
- Samoa's Prime Minister, Fosi Schmidt, has returned to work after a successful medical check-up in New Zealand. - He resumed his official duties, including attending Cabinet meetings and holding pres…
Joeli Koroiravudi Named New Principal of Marist Brothers Primary School Mulivai
- Joeli Koroiravudi has been appointed the new Principal of Marist Brothers Primary School in Apia, Samoa. - Koroiravudi brings over 25 years of educational experience, currently serving as Head Teach…
Samoa Govt Corrects Report: PM's Medevac Costs Not Reimbursed
- A government press release corrects a previous article alleging reimbursement for the Prime Minister's medevac costs. - The release states that all travel and medical expenses for the Prime Minister…
Faleata Rugby Union Issues Formal Apology After Referee Abuse Incident
- Faleata Rugby Union has formally apologized for an incident involving mistreatment of a referee at Moamoa Field on April 26, 2026. - The union condemned the unacceptable behavior by players and spec…
PNG Chiefs Land Star Jarome Luai in Blockbuster Deal
- Jarome Luai will leave the Wests Tigers to join the Papua New Guinea Chiefs in 2028. - Luai is reportedly set to become the highest-earning rugby league player in history with a tax-free deal. - The…
The Cost of Receiving the Good News: Embracing Truth, Even When It Corrects
- The article discusses the principle of receiving truth, even when it is difficult or corrective. - It uses the biblical example of the Apostle Paul's initial reception by the Galatians, who welcomed…
French Development Agency Regional Director Makes Landmark First Visit to Samoa
- The Regional Director for the Pacific at the French Development Agency (AFD), Safia Ibrahim, made a landmark first visit to Samoa and Fiji. - The visit aimed to strengthen ties with Samoan authoriti…
Known by God, Not Defined by Ritual: A Reflection on Faith and Grace
- The article discusses the Christian concept of being known by God rather than merely knowing God. - It warns against returning to ritualistic practices and performance-based religion, emphasizing gr…
Tafi Brothers to Carry Samoa's Hopes at Prestigious IBFC Universal Cup
- Samoan weightlifters John and Elama Tafi will represent Samoa at the IBFC Universal Cup, an event combining the IWF World Cup, Oceania Championship, and Commonwealth Championship. - John Tafi, a dec…
Samoa Shines at Asia Pacific Open Touch Cup with Bronze and Top-Five Results
- Samoa's touch rugby teams achieved a successful campaign at the Asia Pacific Open Touch Cup (APOTC), with all three teams finishing in the top five. - The Women's Open team secured a bronze medal af…
