AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMental Health Access: Samoa’s first psychotherapy clinic, Ahmadhina Health Centre, has opened with Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy, aiming to support families and young people amid ongoing suicide and limited care access. Public Service Growth: 109 Government of Samoa officials graduated at USP Samoa Campus, backed by Australia’s Tautai Governance for Economic Growth Program to strengthen public service delivery. Samoa Language Week (Culture): Celebrations wrapped up with community events and new bilingual children’s music videos, while Auckland’s Manurewa Library hosted Sāmoan Language Week end-of-week festivities highlighting language, identity, and culture. Fuel Confidence: Samoa’s Ministry of Finance says there is no fuel shortage and reserves remain comfortable, after public uncertainty and an amber-alert precaution linked to global oil disruption. Youth, Work & Cost of Living: A poverty advocate warns that more students are working long hours to help families, raising concerns about impacts on learning. Regional Spotlight (Rugby): Moana Pasifika’s future could be decided within weeks as New Zealand officials move to explore options to keep the franchise alive. Drug Safety Concerns: Police report 20 drug raids so far this year, with 55 people charged and methamphetamine among seized items.
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