Earlier today Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took office as the 7th Prime Minister of Samoa almost four months after winning the April 9th General Elections. Video: Lupe Mailo/Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Earlier today Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took office as the 7th Prime Minister of Samoa almost four months after winning the April 9th General Elections. Video: Lupe Mailo/Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Fans in Apia got a glimpse of Toa Samoa as they celebrated their achievements with a parade along Beach road in style. Our videographer Piui Simi was on the ground to capture the action. | Samoa Observer
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Fans in Apia got a glimpse of Toa Samoa as they celebrated their achievements with a parade along Beach road in style. Our videographer Piui Simi was on the ground to capture the action. | Samoa Observer
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To mark World Press Freedom Day today, we asked members of our editorial team about the value of a free press in Samoa - and what it means to practise journalism without fear or favour. | Samoa Observer
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To mark World Press Freedom Day today, we asked members of our editorial team about the value of a free press in Samoa - and what it means to practise journalism without fear or favour. | Samoa Observer
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The Samoa Observer faced criticism during a gathering outside the main police station in Apia, organised by the Faatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party in support of its chairman, Laauli Leuatea Schmidt, who is facing charges. A supporter in the crowd began chanting, “We don’t need the Observer here.” Meanwhile, former Samoa National Development Party member Vui Masinamua Seinafolava confronted a Samoa Observer photojournalist, pointing directly at them and demanding that all his statemen
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The Samoa Observer faced criticism during a gathering outside the main police station in Apia, organised by the Faatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party in support of its chairman, Laauli Leuatea Schmidt, who is facing charges. A supporter in the crowd began chanting, “We don’t need the Observer here.” Meanwhile, former Samoa National Development Party member Vui Masinamua Seinafolava confronted a Samoa Observer photojournalist, pointing directly at them and demanding that all his statemen
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The Samoa Observer has launched an interactive map of the 2025 General Elections by constituency, providing readers with real-time updates as the results unfold. The map will display the vote share for each seat as well as the overall tally of seats secured by each political party. It will go live on the Samoa Observer website from today, Friday 29 August, and remain active until the final results are declared on Monday 1 September. A dedicated section, Samoa Elections 2025, is also now live on
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The Samoa Observer has launched an interactive map of the 2025 General Elections by constituency, providing readers with real-time updates as the results unfold. The map will display the vote share for each seat as well as the overall tally of seats secured by each political party. It will go live on the Samoa Observer website from today, Friday 29 August, and remain active until the final results are declared on Monday 1 September. A dedicated section, Samoa Elections 2025, is also now live on
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Since being discharged from hospital, Blessing has told his parents he wants the men who assaulted him released from prison so he can forgive them. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Miss Samoa Litara Ieremia Allan is ready to represent Samoa at the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant 2025 in Solomon Islands, aiming to break the tie with the Cook Islands and bring home Samoa's ninth title! Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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The Moatoga Warehouse, located behind the SMI Hardware building near the Fugalei Market area, was engulfed in flames after 10 p.m. The Samoa Observer was at the scene and observed firefighters and police securing the area as fire trucks made their way through the narrow road to reach the back of the property. Video: Junior S. Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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A disagreement over “trust issues” between the Prime Minister and his former Cabinet Minister La’auli fueled the discussion, which led to the two leaders grilling each other on their family’s heritage. | Samoa Observer
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In an exclusive interview with the Samoa Observer, relatives of Toa Samoa star Taylan May remember him as 'Taylan May the fearless one', who would carry coconuts from the mountains behind the village of Lauli'i as a young boy. Video: Piui Simi/ Samoa Observer Full story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/100600 | Samoa Observer
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Laauli claims majority support within the ruling party’s 20 members following the removal of Prime Minister Fiame and five cabinet ministers. However, the ultimate decision on leadership will rest with Parliament, where Tuilaepa remains a key player, commanding influence with 18 HRPP members. Read the story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/112764 | Samoa Observer
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The Frankie Supermarket in Vaitele is currently on fire, with firefighters fighting the blaze. Video: Junior S. Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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In interviews with the Samoa Observer, members of the public said voting is not just a personal choice but a responsibility for families, children, and the future of Samoa. They stressed that every vote helps shape the kind of nation the next generation will inherit. | Samoa Observer
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Vehicles assigned to associate ministers recently dismissed by Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mataʻafa have been returned to Maota Samoa and are awaiting collection by the government. FAST Chairman, Laauli Leuatea Schmidt, emphasised that since the vehicles were delivered to the associate ministers upon their appointment, it is the government’s responsibility to retrieve them following their dismissal. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Residents on the outskirts of Apia, hardest hit by ongoing power outages, have voiced concern over the worsening electricity crisis. The government has now declare a 30-day state of emergency from Monday, March 31, allowing development partners to provide aid and assist in addressing the worsening electricity crisis. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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A large crowd of local fans turned out to show their support for Toa Samoa ahead of tomorrow’s match against Tonga — and for heavyweight boxer Joseph Parker, who is set to fight on the same day. Video: Junior S. Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Cabinet Ministers Olo Fiti Vaai and Leatinuu Wayne Fong were ejected from Parliament by the Speaker after Olo moved a motion to remove him. Visibly upset, the Speaker immediately responded, "That's none of your business," before ordering their removal from the chamber. However, both ministers were later called back in to cast their votes on the motion of no confidence. Video: Junior S Ami/Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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"We have had this issue for a long time. We only see small improvements, but the school really needs to be rebuilt for the sake of our children.” Video: Junior S. Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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The total cost of the construction of the Savalalo Market is $30 million, $5 million more than what was initially announced. Video: Junior S. Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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A derogatory remark was overheard on a live parliamentary broadcast Thursday morning. It could be heard during a heated argument between Deputy Prime Minister Toelupe Poumulinuku Onesemo and opposition member Loau Keneti Sio. Video: Parliament of Samoa | Samoa Observer
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The Congregational Christian Church of Samoa (C.C.C.S.) has asked the Government to dump three bills proposing a major restructure of the country’s court system. | Samoa Observer
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Outside Court, Papali'i Panoa Moala Tavita said it was clear from the proceedings that the government admission of oversight on the law confirms their claim. “The truth is the government lost although we withdrew our motion” - Papali'i Moala Tavita. | Samoa Observer
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A national state of emergency has been proclaimed tonight over the measles epidemic that has been spreading rapidly through the country for more than a month. A special cabinet meeting was convened late on Friday evening and the announcement was made by the acting Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Faimalotoa Kika Stowers. | Samoa Observer
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Residents across several villages in Savaii report calm conditions and say preparations are in place ahead of polling day. Locals describe the mood as peaceful and ready. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Hundreds gather to show support for the Toa Samoa on the streets of Apia ahead of their quarter-final clash with Tonga at the Rugby League World Cup. Video: Piui Simi/ Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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La’auli and five others chose not to testify. They deny conspiracy charges. Final submissions set for October in District Court. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Random vehicle checks at Faleolo Airport continued Monday without police presence. The Police Commissioner met with the Attorney General yesterday to determine the legality of the Samoa Airport Authority’s actions. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer Story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/113773/?cont=true | Samoa Observer
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