Samoa

Country Samoa
Capital Apia
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Tala(WST)
Languages Samoan & English

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New Zealand occupied the German protectorate of Western Samoa at the outbreak of World War I in 1914. It continued to administer the islands as a mandate and then as a trust territory until 1962, when the islands became the first Polynesian nation to reestablish independence in the 20th century. The country dropped the "Western" from its name in 1997.

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Samoa - Wikipedia
Samoa - CIA World Fact Book
Samoa - BBC
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Samoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government - ABC NewsSamoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government  ABC News

FAST to retain power after Samoan election victory confirmed - Al JazeeraFAST to retain power after Samoan election victory confirmed  Al Jazeera

American Samoa says no to deep-sea mining. The Trump administration might do it anyway. - Grist.orgAmerican Samoa says no to deep-sea mining. The Trump administration might do it anyway.  Grist.org

Joy for Samoa as Harmony Vatau kicks their first World Cup points for 11 years | Andy Bull - The GuardianJoy for Samoa as Harmony Vatau kicks their first World Cup points for 11 years | Andy Bull  The Guardian

'Don't get bitten': Authorities mobilise against Pacific dengue outbreak - Australian Broadcasting Corporation'Don't get bitten': Authorities mobilise against Pacific dengue outbreak  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Women’s Rugby World Cup’s brutal reality: Samoa players fundraising costs - The GuardianWomen’s Rugby World Cup’s brutal reality: Samoa players fundraising costs  The Guardian

England 92-3 Samoa: Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 – as it happened - The GuardianEngland 92-3 Samoa: Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 – as it happened  The Guardian

ICC event winner in for Samoa's T20 World Cup push - ICCICC event winner in for Samoa's T20 World Cup push  ICC

6.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Samoa: Tremor's epicentre deep below Pacific; no tsunami threat, sa - Times of India6.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near Samoa: Tremor's epicentre deep below Pacific; no tsunami threat, sa  Times of India

New Zealand great Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa at T20 World Cup regional qualifiers - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand great Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa at T20 World Cup regional qualifiers  ESPNcricinfo

Samoa’s first female PM fails to win re-election after months of political infighting - The GuardianSamoa’s first female PM fails to win re-election after months of political infighting  The Guardian

Samoa mobilizes dengue outbreak response with support from WHO and partners - World Health Organization (WHO)Samoa mobilizes dengue outbreak response with support from WHO and partners  World Health Organization (WHO)

Ex-New Zealand cricket star Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa - Olympics.comEx-New Zealand cricket star Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa  Olympics.com

Ross Taylor: New Zealand great to make comeback with Samoa - BBCRoss Taylor: New Zealand great to make comeback with Samoa  BBC

American Samoa says no to deep-sea mining. The Trump administration might do it anyway. - ictnews.orgAmerican Samoa says no to deep-sea mining. The Trump administration might do it anyway.  ictnews.org

Match 12: Samoa Women vs Papua New Guinea Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report - Female CricketMatch 12: Samoa Women vs Papua New Guinea Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report  Female Cricket

Fiji beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesFiji beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Ross Taylor ends retirement to play for Samoa: NZ great's decision explained - India TodayRoss Taylor ends retirement to play for Samoa: NZ great's decision explained  India Today

FAST Party wins Samoa’s crisis election - World Socialist Web SiteFAST Party wins Samoa’s crisis election  World Socialist Web Site

Women's Eagles close Rugby World Cup campaign with big victory over Samoa - Eagles RugbyWomen's Eagles close Rugby World Cup campaign with big victory over Samoa  Eagles Rugby

USA vs Samoa LIVE: Watch Women's Rugby World Cup, TV stream, latest score & line-ups - BBCUSA vs Samoa LIVE: Watch Women's Rugby World Cup, TV stream, latest score & line-ups  BBC

USA thrash Samoa in 10-try rout as World Cup quarter-final spot hangs in balance - The GuardianUSA thrash Samoa in 10-try rout as World Cup quarter-final spot hangs in balance  The Guardian

Final WT20WC Global Qualifier spot up for grabs in Fiji - ICCFinal WT20WC Global Qualifier spot up for grabs in Fiji  ICC

United States 60-0 Samoa: USA miss out on Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite 10-try win - BBCUnited States 60-0 Samoa: USA miss out on Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite 10-try win  BBC

Samoa’s election: Voting has begun after months of turmoil, here is everything you need to know - The GuardianSamoa’s election: Voting has begun after months of turmoil, here is everything you need to know  The Guardian

Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa - Cricbuzz.comRoss Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa  Cricbuzz.com

USA fall to Japan, will play Samoa for World Cup spot - Americas Rugby NewsUSA fall to Japan, will play Samoa for World Cup spot  Americas Rugby News

Earthquake of magnitude 6.6 strikes South Pacific near Samoa; no damage reported - The HinduEarthquake of magnitude 6.6 strikes South Pacific near Samoa; no damage reported  The Hindu

How automation is helping Samoa cope with climate change - UNESCOHow automation is helping Samoa cope with climate change  UNESCO

‘Shout out to the girls’: US exit Rugby World Cup but young stars stoke hope for future - The Guardian‘Shout out to the girls’: US exit Rugby World Cup but young stars stoke hope for future  The Guardian

A Political Shift in Samoa: New Leadership Amid Turmoil - DevdiscourseA Political Shift in Samoa: New Leadership Amid Turmoil  Devdiscourse

Samoa’s 2025 Election: Change, Continuity and Predictable Uncertainties - Australian Institute of International AffairsSamoa’s 2025 Election: Change, Continuity and Predictable Uncertainties  Australian Institute of International Affairs

Key takeaways from USA vs Samoa: Eagles win but face anxious wait - Rugbypass.comKey takeaways from USA vs Samoa: Eagles win but face anxious wait  Rugbypass.com

Gearing up for the 2025 Samoan general election - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreGearing up for the 2025 Samoan general election  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Samoa to lead cultural heritage revival with UNESCO support - UNESCOSamoa to lead cultural heritage revival with UNESCO support  UNESCO

This New Zealand legend ends retirement to play for Samoa in T20 World Cup Qualifiers - Odisha TVThis New Zealand legend ends retirement to play for Samoa in T20 World Cup Qualifiers  Odisha TV

Remittances to Samoa: A Safe Payment Corridor - International Monetary FundRemittances to Samoa: A Safe Payment Corridor  International Monetary Fund

Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup: Fiji come from behind to down proud Samoa - World RugbyAsahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup: Fiji come from behind to down proud Samoa  World Rugby

Australia and NZ congratulate FAST Party leader for winning Samoa's election - Australian Broadcasting CorporationAustralia and NZ congratulate FAST Party leader for winning Samoa's election  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

USA v Samoa match preview - Women's Rugby World Cup 2025USA v Samoa match preview  Women's Rugby World Cup 2025

Hong Kong vs Samoa, 9th Match - Cricbuzz.comHong Kong vs Samoa, 9th Match  Cricbuzz.com

Australia run riot with 11 tries in Rugby World Cup win over Samoa - The GuardianAustralia run riot with 11 tries in Rugby World Cup win over Samoa  The Guardian

Samoa Schools Close Due to Dengue Outbreak - Vax-Before-TravelSamoa Schools Close Due to Dengue Outbreak  Vax-Before-Travel

Samoa’s national election returns FAST party with new leader - ThePrintSamoa’s national election returns FAST party with new leader  ThePrint

Australia 73-0 Samoa LIVE: Women's Rugby World Cup result, reaction, scores and updates - BBCAustralia 73-0 Samoa LIVE: Women's Rugby World Cup result, reaction, scores and updates  BBC

RWC 2025: USA vs Samoa – ARN Guide - Americas Rugby NewsRWC 2025: USA vs Samoa – ARN Guide  Americas Rugby News

Rep from American Samoa calls for opening protected Pacific waters to tuna fishing - MongabayRep from American Samoa calls for opening protected Pacific waters to tuna fishing  Mongabay

Samoa National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Samoa National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Watch: Trump receives garland given to royalty in American Samoa, jokes ‘does that mean I’m royalty?’ - Times of IndiaWatch: Trump receives garland given to royalty in American Samoa, jokes ‘does that mean I’m royalty?’  Times of India

Black Caps connection persuaded NZ great Ross Taylor to step out of international retirement and join Samoa's T20 World Cup campaign - ABC Pacific - Australian Broadcasting CorporationBlack Caps connection persuaded NZ great Ross Taylor to step out of international retirement and join Samoa's T20 World Cup campaign - ABC Pacific  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

New grants kickstart project to strengthen civil society in Samoa - International IDEANew grants kickstart project to strengthen civil society in Samoa  International IDEA

Samoa’s new marine spatial plan protects 30% of the country’s ocean - MongabaySamoa’s new marine spatial plan protects 30% of the country’s ocean  Mongabay

Rise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say - The GuardianRise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say  The Guardian

How rising seas are threatening the crucial art of weaving in Samoa - The GuardianHow rising seas are threatening the crucial art of weaving in Samoa  The Guardian

Samoa suffering energy crisis after weeks of power outages - The GuardianSamoa suffering energy crisis after weeks of power outages  The Guardian

Watch USA v Samoa: Live streams, TV info for Women’s Rugby World Cup Pool A clash - rugbyworld.comWatch USA v Samoa: Live streams, TV info for Women’s Rugby World Cup Pool A clash  rugbyworld.com

National Public Lands Day - Poker Run at Samoa Dunes Recreation Area - Bureau of Land Management (.gov)National Public Lands Day - Poker Run at Samoa Dunes Recreation Area  Bureau of Land Management (.gov)

Samoa pull out of OFC U-19 Women’s Championship, citing financial issues - Friends of FootballSamoa pull out of OFC U-19 Women’s Championship, citing financial issues  Friends of Football

Government of Samoa Hosts National Workshop on the Ratification and Implementation of the BBNJ Agreement - International Union for Conservation of NatureGovernment of Samoa Hosts National Workshop on the Ratification and Implementation of the BBNJ Agreement  International Union for Conservation of Nature

Samoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government - The IndependentSamoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government  The Independent

Interior Initiates First Step for Potential Mineral Lease Sale Offshore American Samoa - U.S. Department of the Interior (.gov)Interior Initiates First Step for Potential Mineral Lease Sale Offshore American Samoa  U.S. Department of the Interior (.gov)

First Nations women to make historic 7s rugby debut in Samoa - RUGBY.com.auFirst Nations women to make historic 7s rugby debut in Samoa  RUGBY.com.au

Emotional exits from the Women's Rugby World Cup: 'I wish there were more games' - The Washington PostEmotional exits from the Women's Rugby World Cup: 'I wish there were more games'  The Washington Post

Polls close in Samoa election after ruling party split - ReutersPolls close in Samoa election after ruling party split  Reuters

Interior Launches Process for Potential Offshore Mineral Lease Sale Near American Samoa - U.S. Department of the Interior (.gov)Interior Launches Process for Potential Offshore Mineral Lease Sale Near American Samoa  U.S. Department of the Interior (.gov)

USA 60-0 SAM: Four-try Tafuna helps USA to essential big win over Samoa - Women's Rugby World Cup 2025USA 60-0 SAM: Four-try Tafuna helps USA to essential big win over Samoa  Women's Rugby World Cup 2025

Flying Fijians beat Samoa 29-15 in Rotorua - FijivillageFlying Fijians beat Samoa 29-15 in Rotorua  Fijivillage

Samoa drawn against some of women’s football’s strongest nations for historic first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup appearance - Oceania Football ConfederationSamoa drawn against some of women’s football’s strongest nations for historic first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup appearance  Oceania Football Confederation

Olympic lifters elected at the head of Cook Islands and Samoa NOCs - IWFOlympic lifters elected at the head of Cook Islands and Samoa NOCs  IWF

Samoa's first female leader loses, as likely new PM says 'god centred' leadership coming - Australian Broadcasting CorporationSamoa's first female leader loses, as likely new PM says 'god centred' leadership coming  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Fate of the Pacific's 'Iron Lady' could rest on a $50 box of chicken - Australian Broadcasting CorporationFate of the Pacific's 'Iron Lady' could rest on a $50 box of chicken  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Payne Haas’s allegiance switch to Samoa: a threat or an opportunity for rugby league? - The ConversationPayne Haas’s allegiance switch to Samoa: a threat or an opportunity for rugby league?  The Conversation

A male midwife’s journey to ensuring healthy mothers and babies in Samoa - World Health Organization (WHO)A male midwife’s journey to ensuring healthy mothers and babies in Samoa  World Health Organization (WHO)

Community Leadership Driving a Healthy Samoa - World BankCommunity Leadership Driving a Healthy Samoa  World Bank

Samoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government - MSNSamoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government  MSN

PCRIC makes $285,000 payout to Samoa for tsunami recovery - Reinsurance NewsPCRIC makes $285,000 payout to Samoa for tsunami recovery  Reinsurance News

BIIF soccer: Tuson selected to try out for American Samoa Women’s National team - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldBIIF soccer: Tuson selected to try out for American Samoa Women’s National team  Hawaii Tribune-Herald

Secretary-General appoints Karla Robin Hershey of the United States as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Samoa - UN Sustainable Development GroupSecretary-General appoints Karla Robin Hershey of the United States as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Samoa  UN Sustainable Development Group

Meet the Samoan history makers at their first cricket World Cup - Olympics.comMeet the Samoan history makers at their first cricket World Cup  Olympics.com

Fiame stepsdown as Samoa looks to new prime minister - Australian Broadcasting CorporationFiame stepsdown as Samoa looks to new prime minister  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Letter from scientists opposing deep sea mining in American Samoa - Environment AmericaLetter from scientists opposing deep sea mining in American Samoa  Environment America

Women's Rugby World Cup: United States thrash Samoa but knocked out - ESPNWomen's Rugby World Cup: United States thrash Samoa but knocked out  ESPN

USA bows out of World Cup with big win over Samoa - Americas Rugby NewsUSA bows out of World Cup with big win over Samoa  Americas Rugby News

10 Alaskans born in American Samoa plead not guilty in voting case highlighting citizenship issues - AP News10 Alaskans born in American Samoa plead not guilty in voting case highlighting citizenship issues  AP News

Australia v Samoa - Women's Rugby World Cup 2025Australia v Samoa  Women's Rugby World Cup 2025

Samoa Withdraws From OFC U-19 Women’s Championship - Pacific ScoopSamoa Withdraws From OFC U-19 Women’s Championship  Pacific Scoop

Samoa election count shows Fast Party's landslide win - NZ HeraldSamoa election count shows Fast Party's landslide win  NZ Herald

Samoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government - Ottumwa CourierSamoa's first woman leader is ousted in an election following the collapse of her government  Ottumwa Courier

Fiame Naomi Mata‘afa’s tumultuous tenure has ended — what’s next? - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreFiame Naomi Mata‘afa’s tumultuous tenure has ended — what’s next?  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Fiji beats Samoa and hands Tonga World Cup ticket - RNZFiji beats Samoa and hands Tonga World Cup ticket  RNZ

First Nations women in historic Samoa rugby debut - samoaobserver.wsFirst Nations women in historic Samoa rugby debut  samoaobserver.ws

Samoa’s new fees: implications for PALM and RSE employers - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreSamoa’s new fees: implications for PALM and RSE employers  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Australia and New Zealand Congratulate Samoa’s Prime Minister Elect - Samoa Global NewsAustralia and New Zealand Congratulate Samoa’s Prime Minister Elect  Samoa Global News

Samoa facing a surging plastic tide, warns UN expert - ohchrSamoa facing a surging plastic tide, warns UN expert  ohchr

UNESCO shares stories and science with children to mark Samoa Victim Support Group’s 20th anniversary - UNESCOUNESCO shares stories and science with children to mark Samoa Victim Support Group’s 20th anniversary  UNESCO

Coast Guard, partners conclude Operation Ika Moana in Samoa - United States Coast Guard News (.mil)Coast Guard, partners conclude Operation Ika Moana in Samoa  United States Coast Guard News (.mil)

Digital 2025: American Samoa - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: American Samoa  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Samoa Legally Protects 30% and Sustainably Manages 100% of its Ocean - Conservation InternationalSamoa Legally Protects 30% and Sustainably Manages 100% of its Ocean  Conservation International

The Wallaroos trounce Samoa to make record-breaking start to Rugby World Cup - Australian Broadcasting CorporationThe Wallaroos trounce Samoa to make record-breaking start to Rugby World Cup  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Fiji Defeat Samoa and Secure Tonga’s World Cup Place - Talking Rugby UnionFiji Defeat Samoa and Secure Tonga’s World Cup Place  Talking Rugby Union