Samoa

Samoa's Parliament has answered criticism it received for a lack of media facilities saying it recognises the importance of fair and factual reporting of its proceedings.

The owners behind a controversial land sale in Samoa have announced they will not sell the site where the ancient Pulemelei Mound is situated.

Local rugby competitions will get back underway in Samoa this weekend after Covid-19 forced all sporting activities to a standstill in March.

Concerns have been raised for the welfare of more than 50 Samoan seasonal workers stranded in New Zealand by Covid-19.

The first repatriation flights between the two Samoas are scheduled to begin today.

The Journalists Association of Samoa, or JAWS, says Prime Minister Tuila'epa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi should not lash out at the media.

A survey is being carried out Samoa to assess the impact of the Covid-19 State of Emergency on households.

The former Samoa sevens coach Damian McGrath has fond memories of his time in charge but admits the job is intense and not for the faint-hearted.

Samoa's Prime Minister says his government is not about to slow down on it's campaign to have all church ministers pay taxes on earnings from alofa or offerings given by their congregations.

The people of Samoa are being warned to brace for wet and windy weather today.

New Zealand-based Samoan lawyer, Satiu Simativa Perese, has been sworn as Samoa's new Chief Justice.

Samoa has further relaxed its Covid-19 State of Emergency restrictions for church services, with more than one gathering allowed on their sabbath.

The only coach to lead Samoa to a World Sevens Series title believes it's time another local is given the job.

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