OPINION : Our Duty to Uphold the Parliamentary Oath of Allegiance
The Samoan Parliamentary Oath of Allegiance bestows a great responsibility on those who answer the call to high office. It…
Opinion : The Culture of Gifting and Receiving
Samoans are taught to accept gifts with gratitude and grace as these are to be seen as gifts from God.…
OPINION : Aid for Samoa, Fiji and Tongan Rugby
During a media interview this week, I was asked about concerns raised by a Tongan Rugby Official regarding delays in…
OPINION : Accountability and governance in sports: on and off the field
With a young population of naturally gifted athletes, sports is increasingly becoming one of Samoa’s important pathways for development. This…
DEAR OH DEAR : Poor Nafanua
Since when did our proud, sleek, border policing, Nafanua patrol boat, turned carrier of blood staining carcasses of raw beef…
‘No Petrol’ Is THAT So?
….if what can be said about a photo is endless what in goodness name is there to say about this…
DEAR OH DEAR : Wet Tongues On Dry Lips! Really!
The next time you run a wet tongue on your dry lips, make sure you’re not watched. HRPP’s Stui said…
OPINION : For democracy to grow, the rule of law must prevail
The Court decision on the Faasaleleaga 2 post-election petition by FAST Candidate Magele Sekati against HRPP MP Vaaelua delivered last…
OPINION : The Leadership Fishbowl is not for the weak.
Just when we thought that Samoa’s international reputation couldn’t get any worse, the FAST government found yet another way to…
OBSERVATION : Fluttering Heart Of A Proud Island Nation
Lately, everywhere one turns, there is bound to be a flag of Samoa fluttering away in the breeze. On the…