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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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P.M. defends matai sa'o limits

The Prime Minister, Tuilaepa Dr. Sailele Malielegaoi has assured that limitation of paramount chiefs (matai sa’o) will not apply to those who already hold such a position, and announced he will not let the opposition mislead the nation without a fight.

By Soli Wilson 18/01/2021

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Youth unemployment doubles; dropout rates increase

A high dropout rate in secondary school remains a significant challenge despite Samoa now enjoying a higher than average attainment of education in the Pacific region, the Samoa Bureau of Statistics (S.B.S.) has reported.

By Soli Wilson 19/01/2021