Inaugural Launch of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) in Samoa
The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a global United States Department of State initiative focused on empowering women entrepreneurs, launched its inaugural program in Samoa.…
U.S. Embassy Apia funds Nofouta Mentoring Program, empowering college students in pursuit of STEM and...
Apia, Samoa, July 29 – The U.S. Embassy Apia congratulates the Nofouta Mentoring Program for a successful launch of their new program supporting STEAM education…
Embracing the Spirit of Samoa: My Unforgettable Third Visit
Stepping foot on Samoan soil always invokes a sense of familiarity, nostalgia, and excitement for all that awaits. Ambassador Tom Udall and Ms. Jill Cooper…
Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff in Samoa
The Second Gentleman of the United States, Mr. Douglas Emhoff landed in Samoa on July 24. The Government of Samoa welcomed him and greeting him at the Faleolo International Airport…
Statement from Communications Director Liza Acevedo on Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff’s Travel to...
From Whitehouse.gov. Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will visit Apia, Samoa from July 23 to 24, following his visit to Auckland, New Zealand, where he is…
Limited Number of Visa Interviews from July 19 – 21
The U.S. Embassy in Apia will be conducting a limited number of visa interviews from July 19 – 21. The online calendar for booking appointments…
U.S. Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs visits Samoa
Apia, SAMOA – Representatives from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) visited Samoa June 28 – June…
Peace Corps Volunteer Group 93 welcomed with an ava ceremony by the Ministry of Education, Sports and...
On Tuesday, July 11, Peace Corps Samoa welcomed its second group of volunteer trainees since the 2020 Global Evacuation due to COVID 19. The 11…
The signing ceremony of a Declaration of Partnership between the Government of Samoa & the Nevada...
Samoa becomes the 96th partner nation formally approved through the National Guard State Partnership Program. We are privileged to have General Berry and his esteemed…
U.S. Government Hands Over Faleolo Hospital Expansion Wing to the Samoan Government
Apia, Samoa, July 7, 2023 – Today marks another milestone in the U.S. – Samoa as the United States Government officially hands over the newly built Faleolo Hospital Expansion Wing…
The U.S. brings Gospel Band to Samoa and the Cook Islands
Celebrating the positive impacts of faith and sharing African American style of music (gospel, jazz, blues), the history and origins funded by the U.S. Department…
USAID supports climate change resilience, economic growth and the safety and well-being of women and...
Apia, Samoa – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Pacific American Fund, has awarded US$532,608.43 to Adventist Disaster Relief Agency (ADRA) Samoa…
U.S. TS Golden Bear donates to the NUS School of Maritime.
The United States Training Ship Golden Bear (TS Golden Bear) has donated navigation and communication equipment to the National University of Samoa, School of Maritime,…
Samoa Independence Day
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 31, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of the…
Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Regional Workshop on Embracing Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights
Applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Embracing Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights Regional Workshop. The U.S. Department of State,…
USAID Awards $1.5 Million to Support Community-Based Organizations
USAID Awards $1.5 Million to Support Community-Based Organizations Addressing Climate Adaptation and Resiliency in Communities in Samoa. Apia, Samoa – The U.S. government, through the United States…
Fulbright Foreign Student Scholarship Announcement
The United States Embassy in Apia is pleased to invite applications from resident nationals of Samoa for the Fulbright Foreign Student Scholarship Program. The Fulbright…
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter William Hart patrols Samoa EEZ
On the eve of February 13, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter William Hart picked up two ship-riders; one from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Jennifer…
