Caretaker Prime Minister and SUP leader Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, when approached by the Samoa Observer, declined to comment on rival parties’ promises and said her party will release its manifesto “when we’re ready.” Campaign activity has intensified, with HRPP, FAST and SLP ramping up efforts ahead of the snap election. Video: Junior S Ami Story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/114894 | Samoa Observer
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Caretaker Prime Minister and SUP leader Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, when approached by the Samoa Observer, declined to comment on rival parties’ promises and said her party will release its manifesto “when we’re ready.” Campaign activity has intensified, with HRPP, FAST and SLP ramping up efforts ahead of the snap election. Video: Junior S Ami Story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/114894 | 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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Extraordinary scenes unfolded during a joint press conference between Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, when the Prime Minister veered from diplomatic matters to air frustrations over the state of Samoa’s rugby union. Departing from conventional bilateral talking points, Laaulialemalietoa was seen explaining to Wong his concerns about rugby administration, stating he intended to remove “politicians” from the sport. The exchange grew tens
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Extraordinary scenes unfolded during a joint press conference between Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, when the Prime Minister veered from diplomatic matters to air frustrations over the state of Samoa’s rugby union. Departing from conventional bilateral talking points, Laaulialemalietoa was seen explaining to Wong his concerns about rugby administration, stating he intended to remove “politicians” from the sport. The exchange grew tens
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FAST Chairman Laauli Leuatea Schmidt has criticised Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa's meeting with opposition leader Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi, saying it contradicts the shared goal of change that brought the current government to power. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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FAST Chairman Laauli Leuatea Schmidt has criticised Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa's meeting with opposition leader Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi, saying it contradicts the shared goal of change that brought the current government to power. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Saunoa le Afioga i le Palemia, i mafuaaga ua ia lē toe taliaina ai se sui o le Samoa Observer mo se taimi le tūmau i feiloaiga (press conferences) a le Palemia ma le Vasega o Tusitala.. | Samoa Global News
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Saunoa le Afioga i le Palemia, i mafuaaga ua ia lē toe taliaina ai se sui o le Samoa Observer mo se taimi le tūmau i feiloaiga (press conferences) a le Palemia ma le Vasega o Tusitala.. | Samoa Global News
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Fiame Naomi Mata‘afa says the Samoa United Party rose “from the ashes of FAST” as she launches the party’s manifesto and confirms 26 candidates for the election. Video: Junior S Ami & Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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Fiame Naomi Mata‘afa says the Samoa United Party rose “from the ashes of FAST” as she launches the party’s manifesto and confirms 26 candidates for the election. Video: Junior S Ami & Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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A year after a New Zealand Navy ship burned and sank off the coast of Safata, residents are reacting to news of a $10 million compensation package announced this week. While many welcome the assistance, some say the amount may not cover the long-term damage to their livelihoods, the environment, and local tourism. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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A year after a New Zealand Navy ship burned and sank off the coast of Safata, residents are reacting to news of a $10 million compensation package announced this week. While many welcome the assistance, some say the amount may not cover the long-term damage to their livelihoods, the environment, and local tourism. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer
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The Samoan prime minister has shut down Samoa for two days, ordering a "door to door mass vaccination campaign" after a deadly measles outbreak which has already killed 60 people. Newshub Pacific Affairs correspondent Michael Morrah explains. Read more: 7news.link/ohID4A #TheLatest #7NEWS | 7NEWS Australia
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Fans turned out in numbers to attempt the largest siva tau ever assembled. The event was the start of an unprecedented wave of parades planned by Samoan communities around the world in support of Toa Samoa who will face Australia in the Rugby League World Cup Final. Video: Piui Simi/ 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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The registration rush indicates an interest in voting and choosing the right people to lead the nation. Photojournalist Junior S Ami asked voters lining up to register at Gym 1 in Tuanaimato about the importance of registering and voting. | 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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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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The president of the Fa’afafine Association, Alex Sua, has emphasised that the traditional Samoan malu tattoo is exclusively for women, highlighting that Fa’afafine fully understand their cultural identity and its significance. The president characterised the idea of Fa’afafine receiving malus as a viewpoint primarily held by Samoans abroad. Video: Junior S Ami/Samoa Observer Story: https://www.samoaobserver.ws/category/samoa/112274 | Samoa Observer
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