Samoa
Writers on Sāmoan Language Week: a powerful revival
Sāmoan authors say their language is more than just a means of communication, but also a way to build confidence and identity, and an important step to writing past wrongs.
Samoan language week - some basic phrases we can all use
This week, we celebrate the Samoan language, which is spoken by about half-a-million people worldwide. There are nearly 90,000 speakers in New Zealand, making it this country's third most prominent… Audio
Samoa leaders both keen to meet following court ruling
The leaders of Samoa's two rival political parties finally have found something to agree on since the 9 April general elections - they will meet.
Samoa court of appeal voids challenge for extra women's seat
Samoa's Court of Appeal has voided the challenge of an HRPP women's candidate that she was wrongly removed as an MP. Audio
Samoan court voids appeal for additional women's seat
A Court of Appeal decision today may pave the way for the FAST Party to assume control of the Samoan government.
Archbishop chastises former Samoan PM Tuilaepa
The Catholic Archbishop in Samoa has lashed out at the country's HRPP party, saying the country is sliding into dictatorship.
In brief: News from around the Pacific
There is a new woman MP for the Cook Islands, efforts to vaccinate Pacific people in Wellington continue, and a new representative for Spain in Tonga.
Analysis: What exactly does the Samoan Language Week theme mean?
Analysis - What exactly does the Samoan Language Week theme mean? RNZ Social Media journalist Faivaeselopepe Anric Sitanilei explores this in Gagana Samoa and in English.
Samoa stalemate: Head of State calls for reconciliation
Samoa's head of state has called for reconciliation and forgiveness, in a bid to end the country's political deadlock.
Jack Lam eyes fairytale finish with Manu Samoa
Veteran Manu Samoa flanker Jack Lam is weighing up his future as he looks to help his country qualify for the next Rugby World Cup.
Samoa court reserves decision in seat challenge
Samoa's Court of Appeal has reserved its decision on one of the most anticipated matters, crucial to settling the outcome of the country's April elections.
Season 1 | Episode 3: Bullets on Black Saturday (Samoa) | Untold Pacific History
This episode examines the fatal consequences of New Zealand’s rule in Samoa, and the key events that led to the rise of Samoa's ‘Mau’ resistance movement.
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Jack Lam eyes fairytale finish with Manu Samoa
Veteran Manu Samoa flanker Jack Lam is weighing up his future as he looks to help his country qualify for the next Rugby World Cup.
Women march in Samoa in support of extra female MP
A large crowd of women marched in Apia where the Samoan Court of Appeal is hearing an appeal by Electoral Commissioner and HRPP candidate Aliimalemanu Alofa Tuuau.
Samoa election: Tuilaepa told to hand over reins 'respectfully'
Samoa's incoming leader has condemned the actions of the former government and demanded it hand over power.
Manu Samoa coach upbeat despite key players being unavailable
Manu Samoa coach Seilala Mapusua is backing his new-look squad to hold their own against the Māori All Blacks and Tonga.
