No geothermal projects: Olo

There is no existing geothermal energy project under the current government, said caretaker Minister for Works, Transport and Infrastructure Olo Fiti Vaai.

By Andrina Elvira Burkhart • 23 June 2025, 7:00PM

Team Samoa off to Palau despite cash issues

The Samoa Association of Sports and the National Olympic Committee challenged the 46 athletes to the Palau 2025 Pacific Mini Games to bring 49 medals amidst financial challenges.

By Vaelei Von Dincklage • 17 June 2025, 10:00PM

The promises are good, they should be honoured

Poverty alleviation is the theme of the Human Rights Protection Party (HRPP) for this election, and many heads have been turned. They have just announced the removal of a 15 per cent tax on basic food items and $ 1,000 to each newborn after 15 months, provided they complete all their vaccinations.

By The Editorial Board • 20 June 2025, 6:30PM

A call to uphold press freedom

The recent defamation charge against Lagi Keresoma, senior journalist at Talamua Media and President of the Journalists Association of Samoa, signals a troubling moment for press freedom and the very role of journalism in our democracy.

By Dr Angie Enoka • 10 June 2025, 6:30PM

Election is here, so are costly promises

The upcoming election will be a competition to see which political party can spend the most by showering voters with promises and election sweeteners.

By Mika Kelekolio • 14 June 2025, 6:20PM

Fighting poverty and driving economic growth

Poverty remains a global issue, affecting both developing and developed nations.

14 June 2025, 7:00PM

Between the Lines

No schools athletics, school still banned, minimum wages increase, dry noodle lunches, promising a pathologist and permanent fillings.

09 June 2025, 10:00PM