Coral Conservation Funding: Samoa Reef Resilience Hub has awarded 16 grants to 14 community groups plus the Samoa Voyaging Society and the National University of Samoa, backing a ridge-to-reef push to protect and restore coral and coastal ecosystems. Village Fisheries Management: Fifteen villages launched Village Fisheries Management Plans under the Kiwa RESTORE Project, with monitoring equipment to help communities protect marine resources, support food security, and build climate resilience. Regional Tuna Preparedness: Pacific countries are developing an Advanced Warning System to track climate-driven shifts in tuna, aiming to protect fisheries income and livelihoods as stocks move beyond national waters. Water Security Planning: Samoa’s water utility is leaning on long-term asset management to keep pumps, pipelines and treatment systems running despite funding gaps and climate pressures. Fuel Supply Update: Samoa’s Disaster Advisory Committee says reserves remain steady for months, with conservation steps to reduce government fuel use while imports continue. Community Action on Drugs: In Faleula, a village campaign used signs, music and public messaging to urge youth to avoid meth and keep the community drug-free. Governance Watch: A Sunday Samoan editorial raises concerns about tensions involving Samoa’s Land and Titles Court and the Minister of Justice, calling for clearer accountability. Sports & Culture: Pualele Va’a Cup 2026 celebrated va’a as community, ocean connection and Independence spirit—while Samoa’s Manu Sevens players are set for India’s Rugby Premier League.