Samoa Global News

08/10/2025

Olympian Peniamina Percival has completed a high level judo instructor course in Japan and is passionate about giving back to the next generation of Samoan judoka.

He aims to earn a second Olympic selection by qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, “I have many friends and family members who are on this journey with me and I don’t want to let them down; I can’t give up! It’s a very challenging road ahead and I have to train hard and try my best..”

Dem is deeply passionate about growing judo there.



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Samoan judoka Percival, a Tokyo 2020 Olympian, continues his judo journey—teaching young athletes in Samoa while training to qualify for the 2028 Olympics.

08/10/2025

The Samoa Police launched the “Say No To Illegal Drugs” campaign with support from Australia, uniting communities to fight drug abuse and build a safer Pacific.

The Samoa Police launched the “Say No To Illegal Drugs” campaign with support from Australia, uniting communities to fight drug abuse and build a safer Pacific.

08/10/2025

"More Australians now believe their country gives too little aid, reflecting growing public support for foreign assistance and a shift toward global solidarity..

More Australians now believe their country gives too little aid, reflecting growing public support for foreign assistance and a shift toward global solidarity.

08/10/2025

Samoa launches a 12-month campaign against illegal drugs in an attempt to tackle the drug epidemic that has recently swept over Samoa..

08/10/2025

"Our youth are ready to rise, if we as leaders, parents, and communities walk beside them...

"Saying “No” to drugs also means saying “Yes” to life, “Yes” to hope, and “Yes” to the dreams of our young people.."

Samoa launches its 12-month “Say No to Drugs” campaign, uniting communities to protect youth, promote faith and service, and build a drug-free, hopeful future.

08/10/2025

"The program aims to build the capacity of officials responsible for cybersecurity policy and regulation by providing advanced knowledge and skills to develop effective cybersecurity measures in their countries.."

Tapuala Mearold, an Executive Legal Officer at the Samoa Law Reform Commission, participated in JICA’s International Program for Cybersecurity held in Tokyo..

JICA - Japan International Cooperation Agency is pleased to announce the successful participation of Mr. Tapuala Mearold Solofa Viliamu of Samoa in the recently concluded Knowledge Co-Creation Program (KCCP) on 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁.....

08/10/2025

The 13 September editorial in the The Australian newspaper, provocatively titled “China’s Cultural Revolution forced on to the Solomons”, framed Solomon Islands’ adoption of aspects of China’s “Fengqiao Experience” as a lurch towards authoritarianism. It raised legitimate concerns about surveillance, policing experiments and the erosion of freedom.

The Pacific must reclaim its sovereignty by grounding governance in law, culture, and accountability—resisting both Chinese control and Western paternalism.

08/10/2025

The National University of Samoa has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with the Samoa Submarine Cable Company Limited. NUS says this will enhance the university’s digital infrastructure, network capacity, and ICT development..

NUS and Samoa Submarine Cable Company partner to enhance digital infrastructure, connectivity, and ICT resilience in higher education.

08/10/2025

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Families overseas can now shop online via the SOS LTD-Samoa website!

07/10/2025

A Samoan-born lawyer has received one of the highest honours in the legal profession, selected amongst hundreds of applicants to become a King’s Counsel (KC) in Aotearoa..

"I grew up in Samoa. My dad is Samoan, he had grown up in the village of Saleimoa and won a scholarship to study in New Zealand, so he became a lawyer.."

A Samoan-born lawyer has received one of the highest honours in the legal profession, selected amongst hundreds of applicants to become a King's Counsel (KC). Tiana Epati was raised in Saleimoa, Samoa until she moved to New Zealand with her parents at the age of 10. When Epati received a call from t...

07/10/2025

Toa Samoa coach Ben Gardiner has announced his 2025 Pacific Championships squad at a press conference in Parramatta.

07/10/2025

A blend of exciting young talent along with some experienced international players have been selected for the Pacific Championships.

“We’re really excited about this squad. We’ve selected players who are not only in form but genuinely passionate about representing Samoa" - Ben Gardiner

Toa Samoa Head Coach Ben Gardiner has named his squad for the upcoming 2025 Pacific Championship. Gardiner has selected a blend of exciting young talent along with some experienced international players. “We’re really excited about this squad. We’ve selected players who are not only in form bu...