Samoa News Monitoring

Samoa And New Caledonia Kickstart Group B With Wins In Honiara

Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 7:16 am Press Release: OFC 7 September 2026 Photo credit: OFC Media via Phototek. Photo/Supplied.Samoa have begun their quest to qualify for a third consecutive FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ with a 2-1 win over Polynesian …

Samoa not ready for diaspora voting: Preliminary findings

(L-R) Unasa Charles Ahpoe, Assistant Electoral Commissioner for Information and Communications Technology, IDEA's Peter Wolf, principal adviser for elections, digitalisation and electoral processes, and Adhy Aman, senior programme manager for Asia and …

Former Miss Samoa Iliganoa signs off in emotional farewell

By Jeannie Penehuro / Apia, SAMOA – 7 September 2026 – Outgoing Miss Samoa, Iliganoa Feagaimaalii Soti Mapu delivered an emotional farewell speech as she concluded her reign during last Saturday’s pageant. Reflecting on her experience, Iliganoa spoke …

Sāmoa sports chief calls for NZ to open doors for athletes

New Zealand does not necessarily need to match Australia dollar-for-dollar to make a bigger impact on Pacific sport but it could start by making it easier for athletes to get across the Tasman. That is the view of Sāmoa’s top sports official after …

What RFK Jr and Samoa's measles outbreak reveal about trust and influence

The fallout from Samoa's 2019 measles outbreak continues to raise difficult questions about influence, accountability and the power of trusted voices. We hear from Roy Wadia from the World Health Organization's Western Pacific Regional Office about …

Rural Samoa communities struggle with poor internet access.

Residents in a rural Samoan village use mobile phones in an area affected by unreliable internet and poor network coverage. The connectivity problems are making communication, education and access to online services difficult for some communities. (Photo: …

Poumau Ah Lam Tiufea Va’a crowned Miss Samoa 2026–2027

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA – 6 September 2026 – Poumau Astesclanalesusi Ah Lam Tiufea Va’a  was crowned Miss Samoa 2026–2027 at the national pageant at Tuanaimato Gym 1 Saturday night. Poumau emerged the winner from a field of eight contestants …

Samoa & Australia Test Disaster Preparedness in Exercise Longbeach

Samoa, Australia and Pacific partner nations have strengthened their collective disaster preparedness and regional resilience through Exercise Longreach in Apia last week. Samoa’s Disaster Management Office worked in close partnership with disaster relief …

Samoa Dunes Hosts Volunteer Day and Poker Run for National Public Lands Day

The Bureau of Land Management Arcata Field Office, in partnership with Emerald Triangle Off Road, invites the public to celebrate National Public Lands Day at the Second Annual Poker Run on Saturday, September 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Samoa Dunes …

Waikato surgeon Stephen Adams takes specialist skills to Samoa

The team treated children with conditions including Hirschsprung disease (where nerve cells are missing in a baby’s large intestine), anorectal malformations, hernias, undescended testicles and tumours. Adams had wanted to become involved in Pacific …

From Samoa to Brisbane and Home: David Kila-Pat Unveils “DIKDIK” on the National Runway

Poumau Tiufea Vaa, Miss Sili Ecofarm is your Miss Samoa 2026

Miss Sili Eco Farm, Poumau Tiufea Va’a is the new Miss Samoa 2026-2027, following a night of competition celebrating Samoan culture and talent. Poumau proudly represented Vaimoso, Safotu, Taufusi, Fagaloa and Falelima in Savai’i. Miss Samoa won two other …

Cabinet Approves Samoa Rugby Football Union as Official Rugby Governing Body

Cabinet has approved the Samoa Rugby Football Union (S.R.F.U.) as the official body responsible for governing and leading rugby in Samoa. In a press release yesterday evening, the Government stated that the Ministry of Sports and Recreation is spearheading …

Russian Ambassador to Samoa looks to strengthen relationship with Samoa

Samoa Community Education RLSS principal under internal investigation The principal of Robert Louis Stevenson School (RLSS), Priscilla Davidson Betham, ... By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 06 September 2026, 8:00AM

Government Renews $6M Housing Support for First Homeowners

Apia, SAMOA – 08 September 2026 – Affordable loans at 5 per cent interest rates are helping first-time homeowners and large families build, improve and extend their homes through the Samoa Housing Corporation. The Government’s unprecedented $6 million …

USP Samoa Campus and Savai’i Centre Host Successful Annual Open Day

The University of the South Pacific (USP) Savaii Centre and Samoa Campus welcomed thousands of secondary school students and visitors from more than 30 colleges across the country for its annual Open Day in Samoa in the last two week. Celebrated under the …

PATTY BRACE

Captain fires Solomon Islands into semi-finals and seals Group A top spot in Apia BY RICHARD MENANOPO Solomon Islands captain Jayroll Patty struck twice as the Solomon Islands U-19 men’s team secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over host Samoa today to …

Viral video raises questions over police conduct at Measina Festival.

Samoa Politics Government Samoa not ready for diaspora voting: Preliminary findings Samoa is not yet politically, legally or operationally ready to introduce online v... By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 08 September 2026, 8:00AM

Samoa commended but experts warn Pacific debt threatens economic sovereignty

Samoa Court Police & Crime Faleasiu man jailed for marijuana cultivation A pre-sentence report recorded him as saying marijuana cultivation was a source of... By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 05 September 2026, 8:30AM

David Worby Releases 'Hope' Featuring The Bennett Hall Band, Reveals Full Worby & Friends Artist Lineup

Matt Wynn, Breaking Eight, Hunter Jordan, Ava Paige and Alyssa Trahan join collaborative project celebrating resilience, community and the power of giving back NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Hope” …

University of South Dakota Presents Internationally Recognized Santa Fe Photographer Natalie Christensen

The Deconstructed Self: Natalie Christensen Explores the Psychology of Place VERMILLION, SD, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Deconstructed Self: Natalie Christensen Explores the Psychology of Place University of …

Nexford University: 92% of Alumni Employed, 1 in 3 See 50%+ Salary Growth, as the 'AI Translator' Career Path Takes Hold

The 2026 Alumni Outcomes Report shows career relevant, AI integrated degrees producing results while learners are still enrolled, not years after graduation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nexford …

3rd San Francisco Turkish Festival Brings the Living Heritage of Türkiye and the Turkic World to Embarcadero Plaza

3rd San Francisco Turkish Festival: 48 vendors, master artisans from Türkiye, Kangal Dogs, food, music & Turkic culture at Embarcadero Plaza, Sept. 12–13. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco …

Peking University Researchers Report That Hormone Pre-Treatment May Improve Live Birth Rates in Women with Adenomyosis

New research offers hope for better pregnancy outcomes in patients with adenomyosis undergoing assisted reproductive treatments BEIJING, BEIJING, CHINA, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adenomyosis, a condition that affects more than one in five …

Sweet Briar College Receives $10 Million in Transformational Gifts and 101 Acres of Land

Sweet Briar receives $10 million in transformational gifts and 101 acres of land to strengthen campus infrastructure and future priorities. SWEET BRIAR, VA, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sweet Briar recently received …

Open Sesame Releases Garage Door Maintenance Guidance for Las Vegas & Summerlin Homeowners

Open Sesame expands its Las Vegas and Summerlin presence with same-day garage door repair, spring, opener and emergency services. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # Open Sesame Garage Door Repair Las Vegas …

Customs Clearance Service Market Growth Accelerates As Industry Expected To Reach $24.58 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company’s Customs Clearance Service Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The customs clearance service …

Comprehensive Digital Therapeutics DTX For Mental Health Market Report Covers Forecast, Innovations And Industry Outlook

The Business Research Company’s Digital Therapeutics DTX For Mental Health Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The digital …

Digital Library Market Set For Rapid Expansion With 11.4% CAGR Through 2030

The Business Research Company’s Digital Library Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The digital library sector is experiencing …

Decaf Functional Coffee Market Industry Outlook Strengthens Amid Rising Global Demand

The Business Research Company’s Decaf Functional Coffee Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The decaf functional coffee segment …

Global Deburring Solutions Market Size Forecast To Cross $4.09 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company’s Deburring Solutions Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The deburring solutions market has been …

Digital Front Door Patient Engagement Platform Market Forecast To Hit $37.43Billion By 2030 Amid Strong Industry Growth

The Business Research Company’s Digital Front Door Patient Engagement Platform Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The healthcare …

Data Center Physical Security Market Report Highlights Key Segments, Regional Trends And Major Competitors

The Business Research Company’s Data Center Physical Security Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The data center physical …

Digital Front Door And Patient Engagement Market Value Expected To Grow At 12.4% CAGR, Reaching $40.12 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company’s Digital Front Door And Patient Engagement Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The healthcare …

IAOTP selected Jeremy Utt as Top Educator of the Year

The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will honor Jeremy Utt at their annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel this December NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Association of …

Digital Work Instruction Platform Market Insights Report Analyzing Demand Trends And Competitive Positioning

The Business Research Company’s Digital Work Instruction Platform Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The digital work …

Customs Declaration Software Market Outlook 2030: Market Size, CAGR, Trends And Forecast Analysis

The Business Research Company’s Customs Declaration Software Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The customs declaration software market …

Cleaning Chemicals Market Value Expected To Grow At 7.3% CAGR, Reaching $70.99 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company’s Cleaning Chemicals Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The cleaning chemicals sector has witnessed …

Cloth Tape Book Binding Market Forecast Report Featuring Segment Analysis And Strategic Industry Insight

The Business Research Company’s Cloth Tape Book Binding Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The cloth tape book binding sector has gained …

VewTopia Introduces Festival and Concert Travel Platform for Music Fans

VewTopia helps music fans turn concerts and festivals into complete trips with event discovery, stays, experiences, and practical travel planning. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VewTopia, an independent …

iTech Data Services Founder Kishore Khandavalli Named 2026 DFW Titan 100 Honoree

Khandavalli recognized among Dallas-Fort Worth's top 100 CEOs and executives ahead of the October 7 awards ceremony. ADDISON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kishore Khandavalli, founder and CEO of iTech Data …

Swanson Reed Acquires Grant Ninja, Bringing Upfront Cash to Innovators Waiting on Grants and R&D Tax Credits

The strategic move allows companies to access up to 80% of their expected government payouts months ahead of time, freeing up cash flow for immediate growth. FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swanson Reed, a …

OneAccord Releases Volume II of The Field Guide to the New Economy: Leadership & Oversight for AI Governance

New book gives executives a governance framework for scaling AI deployment with accountability instead of guesswork. KIRKLAND, WA, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OneAccord's When2AI Imprint today announced the release …

Two Spurs Press Releases Audiobook Editions of Three David Vega Titles

Fool Series books and Running the Business expand into audio, giving readers another way to experience Vega’s reflections on life, leadership and business ROCKWALL, TX, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two Spurs Press has released …