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Avoiding a repeat of corruption in the new Safata No.1 by-election

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By The Editorial Board 11 January 2026, 9:00PM

The ball is now rolling for the Safata No.1 by-election as Tunumafono Makerita Tai-Tin has received the endorsement of Sataoa village. The other parties will soon follow.

By The Editorial Board 11 January 2026, 9:00PM

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