The Samoa Bureau of Statistics (SBS) proudly celebrates Public Service Day 2026 under the theme “Transforming Public Institutions: Advancing Innovation, Accountability, Participation & Inclusion” Today, we recognize the dedication and contributions of public servants who work tirelessly to serve the people of Samoa. SBS remains… Read More »SBS proudly celebrates Public Service Day 2026

The Samoa Bureau of Statistics (SBS) was honoured to receive a drone, multispectral camera, and laptops from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The equipment will support the implementation of agricultural statistical activities in Samoa by enhancing data collection, analysis, and… Read More »FAO hands over advanced equipment to strengthen agricultural statistics in Samoa

We’re one step closer! Listing and Mapping Update phase of the Samoa Population and Housing Census 2026 has officially wrapped up! Our teams covered every corner of our beautiful islands to ensure no one is left behind. Faamalo to every Enumerator, Supervisor, and Headquarters staff… Read More »Samoa Population and Housing Census 2026 Listing and Mapping Wrap Up

FAAMAUINA O LE ANAPOGI A LE MALO MA SAMOA ATOA – Aso Lulu 8 Aperila 2026

Samoa Bureau of Statistics (SBS) successfully concluded Days 2 and 3 of the Stakeholder Sensemaking Workshop, bringing together key partners and stakeholders to discuss important aspects of strengthening Samoa’s statistical system. The sessions focused on administrative data use, digital and data readiness, governance arrangements, and… Read More »2 Days Stakeholder Sensemaking Workshop

Our Government Statistician, Leota Aliielua Salani represented Samoa at the 57th Session of the United Nations Statistical Commission (UN57SC) held from 3–6 March at the United Nations. The Commission brings together chief statisticians and senior officials from around the world to discuss and guide how… Read More »United Nations Statistical Commission 57th Session (2026)

In preparation for the Population- Housing Listing and Mapping Update fieldwork, the Census, Surveys and Demography Statistics Division of the Samoa Bureau of Statistics commenced a one week training program on Monday, 23 February 2026. The training will continue throughout the week until Friday, 27… Read More »Samoa Population-Housing Listing and Mapping Update Training

Samoa DHS–MICS 2025 Data Workshop Opens The Samoa Bureau of Statistics officially opened the Samoa Demographic and Health Survey–Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (DHS-MICS) 2025 Data Interpretation and Report Compilation (DIRC) Workshop, at Lava Hotel. The 5-day workshop brings together officials from government ministries, stakeholders, agencies,… Read More »Samoa DHS-MICS 2025 Data Workshop Opens

KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE ASSOCIATE MINISTER FOR THE SAMOA BUREAU OF STATISTICS AFIOGA TILAFONO DAVID HUNTER: Launching of Samoa’s Monetary Poverty Assessment Report 2023 and Samoa’s Multidimensional Poverty Index Report 2023 Tanoa Hotel 6th February 2026 Lau Susuga i le Ta’ita’i o le Sauniga –… Read More »OFFICIAL LAUNCHING OF THE 2023 SAMOA’S MONETARY POVERTY ASSESSMENT REPORT AND SAMOA’S MULTIDIMENSIONAL POVERTY INDEX REPORT 2023

We extend our sincere gratitude to DFAT through the TAUTAI Governance for Economic Growth project for the generous financial support that made this initiative a reality. Our heartfelt thanks also go to the ABS Pacific Programme for their dedication in facilitating the week-long program, and… Read More »Extends Sincere Thanks to Australian Bureau of Statistics for Knowledge Sharing Mission