Clashes erupt between St. Joseph’s and Maluafou College students in Apia
Last week in Apia, clashes between students from Maluafou and St. Joseph’s College reemerged. However, these disturbances intensified again on Monday afternoon after school. The Savalalo bus station was the site of these disruptive scenes, as vehicles and pedestrians went about their normal activities, including young children selling goods to raise money for their families. […]
Famous playwright seeks to dismiss lawyer, signals guilty plea
Renowned Samoan playwright Sia Figiel has written to the Supreme Court requesting the withdrawal of her lawyer, Unasa Iuni Sapolu, indicating her intent to take on her own legal defense and plead guilty to all charges. Figiel had previously pleaded not guilty to a series of serious charges, including murder, manslaughter, grievous bodily harm, and […]
Fonoti title bestowed on Leniu Taliulu Vainiu Te’o at Faleapuna Sa’ofa’i
A Sa’ofa’i ceremony was held early this morning (Wednesday, 18th September) at Faleapuna village to bestow the kingly title ‘Fonotī’ on Leniu Taliulu Vainiu Te’o of Vaivase Tai and Laulii. The title, conferred by the Fonotī āiga potopoto recognises his family’s lineage. Fonotī Leniu’s connection to Faleapuna is through his mother, Eseese Fonoti, whose father […]
Siumu village to bestow matai title on King Charles during Samoa visit
The village of Siumu in Samoa has announced plans to bestow a paramount Matai title on King Charles during his upcoming visit. After deliberations, the village council, led by Mayor Tofaeono Kitiona, confirmed they are considering two prestigious titles: To’aiga o Tumua and Asomua le Malama. Village preparations are underway, with the ceremony hoped to […]
Haylani Pearl Kurrupu crowned Miss Universe Samoa 2024
Haylani Pearl Kurrupu, a trailblazing beauty queen, has been named Miss Universe Samoa 2024. This is the latest achievement in her distinguished pageantry career, as she gears up to represent Samoa at the 73rd Miss Universe competition in Mexico this November. The official crowning ceremony is scheduled for Friday, 20 September at the Orator Hotel […]
Samoa prepares for historic CHOGM amid media restrictions and criticism
Samoa is set to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from October 21 to 26, marking a historic first for the Pacific. This event represents a unique opportunity for Samoa to showcase itself on the global stage, and for Pacific voices and perspectives to be heard. It is the first time a small […]
Litarra Ieremia-Allan Crowned Miss Samoa 2024-2025
Litarra Ieremia-Allan is the Miss Samoa for 2024-2025. While her team and family celebrate her victory, others have taken to social media to express their views on the competition’s results. Representing Impact Services Samoa, Litarra was driven by the legacy of her late grandmother, which sparked her passion for serving her community. Although born and […]
Late Māori King’s daughter becomes new Queen for Māori
Nga Wai Hono i le Po, the youngest child and only daughter of the late King Tuheitia, has been elected as the eighth Māori monarch in September 2024, continuing a royal lineage that began with the first King, Pōtatau Te Wherowhero. Crowned during her father’s tangihanga (funeral), Nga Wai’s ascension followed a traditional selection process […]