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Samoa's first qualified paramedic graduates

A 33-year-old registered nurse, who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in paramedicine at the Victoria University in Australia, is Samoa’s first qualified paramedic.

By Lanuola Tusani Tupufia - Ah Tong 19/01/2021

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Government interfering with family affairs: matai sa’o

An overseas matai sa’o (family paramount chief) has reacted angrily to a newly passed law prohibiting the future bestowal of the titles upon non-residents of Samoa.

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Human rights body condemns Parliament

The International Bar Association's Human Rights Institute has condemned Samoa’s Parliament over the passing of controversial constitutional reforms which the legal fraternity warn will undermine the rule of law.

By Lanuola Tusani Tupufia - Ah Tong 19/01/2021