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Students from Savai’i, studying in survival mode

By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai • 28 January 2026, 4:00PM

The high cost of ferry fares, the struggle to find safe and affordable accommodation, the daily challenge of affording food, and the emotional weight of being far from family support are some challenges faced by students from Savai’i studying in Upolu.

By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai • 28 January 2026, 4:00PM

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