King Charles arrives in Samoa

by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Apia, Samoa. Upon landing, the King received a guard of honour at the airport before being taken to his accommodations in Siumu. Local villagers welcomed him with lanterns along the roads. The King is set to speak at the Commonwealth Heads…

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Mental healthcare in Samoa and beyond

by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Samoa Victim Support Group has officially launched its new Psychosocial & Medical Center at the Campus of Hope shelter. This center aims to meet the mental health requirements of women and children who have experienced abuse while residing at the facility, offering essential counseling services to those in need….

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Samoa gets prepared for CHOGM

by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The warship HMS Tamar is docked at Apia International Port as Samoa prepares for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). This Royal Navy vessel, based permanently in the South Pacific, has been patrolling the south coast of Upolu following the grounding of HMNZS Manawanui on Tafitoala Reef on October…

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Dengue fever in Samoa

by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Health authorities in Samoa have reported an additional 12 cases of dengue fever in the most recent week ending on July 7th. Since November of the previous year, a total of 468 confirmed cases of dengue have been documented. The majority of cases persist in the Apia region, particularly affecting…

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Samoan police concerned over guns and drugs

Tusi Tala – Staff Writer The significant increase in meth seizures in Samoa suggests a growing presence of the drug in the region. Additionally, Samoan police officials are alarmed by the discovery of illegal firearms during meth-related operations. Several members of Parliament in Samoa have raised concerns about the growing number of drug-related crimes in…

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