Press Releases

The annual rising of the Palolo worm (Eunice viridis) is a well known Samoan delicacy which harvested twice a year and it only emerges in the months of October and November. The emergence of the palolo is very interesting, given that it correlates exactly with the particular moon phase and the tide. The much accepted […]

UK SUPPORTS SAMOAN BUSINESSES TO SHOWCASE PRODUCTS AT RUGBY WORLD CUP IN FRANCE Samoa’s vibrant business community is making its mark on the international stage as the Rugby World Cup heats up in France. As Samoan rugby fans cheer on their team at the final group match against England, Samoan businesses are seizing the opportunity […]

Her Excellency Mrs Nicole Menzenbach presented her Letter of Credence to the Member of the Council of Deputies, Afioga Le Mamea Tuiletufuga Ropati Mualia at a presentation of credential ceremony held this morning at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, accrediting Her Excellency as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of […]

Tautai Samoa Association in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched the Tautai Samoa Association Roadmap 2023-2026 on the 28th of September 2023, 10 am at the Fisheries Conference room, Apia. The Roadmap was made possible with funding support by FAO through its second phase of […]

We know communities thrive when they take the lead in identifying and addressing their own challenges.  In this spirit, Australia is pleased to support Manono Tai and Apolima Tai as they illuminate their path towards resilience. The Australian High Commission provided support through its Direct Aid Program (DAP) for a solar light project for both […]

(GOVT. PRESS SECRETARIAT)- Cabinet has approved the following changes articulated in the Samoa’s Policy for Temporary Labor Migration under the Labor Mobility Schemes of Australia and New Zealand.  The amendments are designed to strengthen the Seasonal Employment initiatives which is benefiting thousands of local family’s year in and year out. The changes include: Increase safe […]

Her Excellency Mrs Laurence Beau presented her Letter of Credence to the Member of the Council of Deputies, Afioga Le Mamea Tuiletufuga Ropati Mualia at a presentation of credential ceremony held this morning at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade accrediting Her Excellency as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of France to Samoa with […]

Greetings and talofa lava!! The Miss Global organization has been instrumental in creating a global platform that not only unites diverse women from all walks of life but also creates a platform that can make a positive impact in making a difference in the world. Miss Global empowers women and gives them a voice to make a […]