Politics • SāmoaSāmoa enters post-election phase with recounts, petitions and transition of powerCourt-supervised recounts begin this week as outgoing Prime Minister Fiamē bids farewell.Renate RiversTue, 09 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST party confirmed winners with crushing majority in Sāmoa’s snap general electionLa‘auli is set to lead as HRPP signals a court battle looms.Renate Rivers in ApiaThu, 04 Sep
Politics • Sāmoa'Fight for the truth': HRPP leader Tuilaepa to contest Sāmoa’s election resultsThe former Prime Minister claims “extensive” vote-buying and procedural flaws undermined the snap election, and promises to pursue recounts and legal petitions.Renate Rivers in ApiaThu, 04 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST presence at electoral office raises concerns from Sāmoa elections commissionerTuiafelolo Toleafoa John Stanley warns that interference is a crime as police step up security.Renate Rivers in ApiaMon, 01 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST calls for peace while opponents claim bribery in Sāmoa election aftermathGathering supporters at a thanksgiving service, Laauli appeals to Fiamē and Tuilaepa to accept the people’s choice Renate Rivers in ApiaMon, 01 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST leader calls on Sāmoa and diaspora to 'build a new era'Special-vote sorting finalised ahead of Monday’s election count as the FAST Party moves to form the government.Renate Rivers in ApiaSat, 30 Aug
Politics • SāmoaIndependents: Potential game-changing force in Sāmoa electionsIn 2021, one independent candidate tipped the balance of power. This time, a united coalition could decide the future government.Renate Rivers in ApiaFri, 29 Aug
Opinion • SāmoaSāmoa’s Reckoning: Political turmoil reveals true face of leadershipBeneath the defections and infighting lies a democracy that is alive and accountable - where voters, not parties, hold the power.Renate Rivers in ApiaThu, 28 Aug
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa 2025 election: Secrecy of ballot paramount - officialElectoral Commissioner Tuiafelolo Toleafoa Alex Stanley says preparations are robust, with tamper-proof ballot boxes and over 1200 trained officials.Renate Rivers in ApiaWed, 27 Aug
Politics • SāmoaTuilaepa warns of 'greater mess' if rivals win Sāmoa electionAs political divisions deepen, the HRPP leader and former Prime Minister emphasises leadership and integrity over mere policy promises.Renate Rivers in ApiaTue, 26 Aug
