Samoa
News in Samoan for 31 October 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
News in Samoan for 30 October 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
CHOGM success for Samoa but what's in it for the Pacific?
Applying CHOGM outcomes on climate change, oceans, blackbirding offers new secretary-general shot at relevance, writes Tess Newton Cain. Audio
Samoan citizenship bill: 'Further work to be done until justice is observed'
Former Prime Minister Tuilaepa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi has expressed appreciation to Green MP Teanau Tuiono but raised concerns about the Bill's potential impact on extended family recognition.
News in Samoan for 29 October 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Outcomes of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
In a press conference that followed the Leaders Retreat in Mulifanua, leaders reaffirmed their commitment to tackling global economic, environmental and security challenges. Audio
A high chief in Samoa proud of hosting Royals
Poutasi village High Chief Tuatagaloa Joe Annandale says having King Charles and his entourage stay at his Sinalei Resort was an experience beyond all expectations. Audio
News in Samoan for 27 October 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
The House: Restoring Citizenship Bill passes second reading
If passed, the proposed legislation would "provide entitlement to New Zealand citizenship for a group of people born in Western Samoa whose citizenship was removed through the Citizenship (Western…
British monarchy's legacy in spotlight
The British monarchy's legacy is in the spotlight as small island nations grapple with the impacts of colonialism and slavery alongside CHOGM opening ceremony. Audio
Royal 'ava ceremony for King and Queen in Samoa
The King and Queen are in the Pacific Island country for the Commonweath Heads of Government Meeting. Audio
News in Samoan for 25 October 2024
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Samoa citizenship bill passes second reading
A historic bill to restore entitlement to New Zealand citizenship for people born in Western Samoa between 1924 and 1949 has passed its second reading in Parliament. Audio
'Trouble in Paradise' - Pacific photo exhibition
A photography exhibition has been launched as a CHOGM side event capturing the experiences of Pacific people grappling with the effects of the climate crisis. Audio
'Everything is stopped': Villagers hit hard by naval vessel sinking
It's a tale of two coastlines: Royals and heads of government meet on one coast and villages live in fear on the other, as diesel leaks from the wrecked HMNZS Manawanui. Audio
Samoa citizenship bill passes second reading
An historic bill to restore entitlement to New Zealand citizenship for people born in Western Samoa between 1924 and 1949 has passed its second reading in Parliament.
Christopher Luxon arrives in Samoa for CHOGM
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is among the world leaders who have arrived in Samoa. Political reporter Russell Palmer is in Apia and and spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
HMNZS Manawanui continuing to leak fuel
King Charles and Queen Camilla have touched down in Apia for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, also known as CHOGM. Local villagers have lined the streets with lanterns to welcome the… Audio
Amplifying Pacific voices for science
It's hoped the launch of the Pacific Academy of Sciences will lead to a stronger voice for Pacific science at both regional and global levels.
King Charles, Queen Camilla touch down in Samoa
The monarch has been greeted by a guard of honour at the airport before being escorted to his accommodation in Siumu. Audio
