Tamaiti Satalo: New animation series launches for Sāmoan Language Week

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Just in time for Le Vaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa (Sāmoan Language Week), a vibrant animated series, Tamaiti Satalo, will premiere on Thursday, 5 June, on pmn.co.nz.

This beautiful Sāmoan-language reimagining of the wildly popular Māori animation Tākaro Tribe promises to be a powerful educational and cultural tool for Pacific children across Aotearoa and beyond.

A proud partnership between Pacific Media Network and acclaimed Māori production company Cinco Cine, with Nicole Hoey at the helm and supported by Ghost House Productions, Tamaiti Satalo delivers more than entertainment; it provides an inspiring and engaging platform for nurturing the Samoan language.

The new show features a star-studded all-Sāmoan voice cast - including our very own Sāmoan country singer, The Western Guide, star of Coconet TV’s First Place, Dejealous Palota-Kopa, beloved Sāmoan Singer and Radio announcer Lesā Lani Alo, Lauie Tofa easily recognised as the ASB Guy, and Sāmoan songstress Nyssa Collins.

At the forefront of this project is proud Sāmoan producer Aumua Crystal Vaega, whose passion for Pacific language and storytelling shines through in every animated moment.

Reflecting on the importance of the language in her life, she shares, “The Sāmoan language has been my best friend, the part of my identity that remained with me at all times, especially when others doubted my ‘Samoan-ness’.

"That’s why I am a huge advocate for Pacific language and culture in my work, my career, and my personal life.”

This initial release includes three episodes in the Sāmoan language, with plans already underway to expand the series into Tongan and Cook Islands Māori episodes in the near future, making Tākaro Tribe a truly pan-Pacific treasure.

Celebrate Sāmoan Language Week with the joy, rhythm, and cultural pride of Tamaiti Satalo.

Watch the premiere episodes from Thursday, 5 June, exclusively on pmn.co.nz.

Tamaiti Satalo - Opening Titles