AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEducation Reform: Samoa has launched the Samoa Education Management Information System (SEMIS), giving the Ministry real-time data on students, teachers and schools to improve planning, accountability and learning outcomes. Youth Voice: More than 100 young Samoans told the UN Common Country Analysis consultation they want better jobs, stronger mental health support and a real seat at the table for decisions that affect them. Biosecurity Alert: The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries warns illegal honey and bee products sold online could bring destructive pests and threaten Samoa’s agriculture and food security. Diplomacy: The United States’ new Ambassador to Samoa, Jared Novelly, presented his credentials, pledging a stronger partnership with Samoa across trade, security, education and health. Culture & Literature: A new novel, “Tattooing Sina,” celebrates the Mau women’s fight for independence, drawing on oral histories and aiming to strengthen cultural identity for Samoan girls. Justice & Courts: An Ombudsman swearing-in and a government litigation training workshop highlight ongoing moves to strengthen Samoa’s justice system and legal capacity. Sports & Community: BSP launched a regional Rugby League World Cup campaign across Samoa and other Pacific nations, backing customers and communities through the tournament build-up.
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