Stories from Apia · Samoa

The only independent newspaper and news agency in Samoa has been banned. The source states that their outlet is the sole independent news provider in the country and the only one to have been banned.

Two journalists from Samoa's only independent newspaper have been charged by police since the start of the year. One journalist faces two counts of defamation for an article concerning the Prime Minister's son.

The next shipment of fuel from New Zealand was expected to arrive on the island of Samoa on Friday. This shipment is for the local fuel situation.

Samoa's petrol prices reached a peak of 4 TL. Following the Samoan Prime Minister's election last month, discussions were held regarding assistance from other countries for potential fuel shortages.

A four-year project will be implemented in Samoa to combat drug abuse among children and adolescents. The project aims to better gauge the scale of the problem. The Samoan government will implement the initiative, supported by $900,000 from the government of Japan. The impacts of drug abuse on young people are complex and growing, requiring a multi-sectoral approach. The program involves civil society and faith-based organizations. The program involves various government bodies, including justice, health, children's services, and police. The program includes early intervention and response services for children and adolescents struggling with drug issues. This initiative addresses a growing concern across the Pacific region.