"Be patient:" PM to Safata residents

Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt has asked the people of Safata affected by the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui to remain patient, saying the government is still conducting checks before the $10 million in compensation is released.

By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo • 13 May 2026, 9:30PM

Savai’i schools dominate schools sevens

Savai’i schools delivered a dominant performance at the Samoa Schools National Sevens Rugby Tournament 2026, securing all but one title across the boys’ and girls’ divisions.

By Maryana Amituanai • 09 April 2026, 9:00PM

What exactly is holding up the Manawanui compensation?

The HMNZS Manawanui sank 19 months ago, and almost seven months have passed since New Zealand handed the $10 million to Samoa to distribute it to those affected by the sinking of the ship.

By The Editorial Board • 13 May 2026, 9:00PM

Street Talk: What are your plans for Christmas?

Christmas is just around the corner. Samoa Observer journalist Tautua Vaa and photojournalist Junior S Ami spoke to people about how they planned to spend their Christmas.

By Tautua Vaa • 15 December 2025, 4:00PM

Inviting abuse and the media's role in preventing it

When the media leaves abuse untouched, it becomes an invitation. I have been thinking about this a lot lately.

By Lumepa Hald • 02 February 2026, 5:30PM

Ta'i's Take. The three mothers of Samoa Primary

On this Mother's Day 2026, our TAKE is on education and those mothers who dedicate their lives to the education of our children, the future of our nation.

By Seuseu Faalogo • 10 May 2026, 4:00PM

Stop chasing birds and wasting money

Based on the reported costs of the last two by-elections, Samoan taxpayers can expect to pay $340,000 for four completely unnecessary by-elections.

09 May 2026, 3:30PM

Between the Lines

The coffers are empty, very quiet on the tender, big church meet next week, are we OK for fuel and told to finance kilikiti.

12 May 2026, 10:00PM