Launch of the Intelligence Report on Strengthening the Birth Registration System in Samoa

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 – Lau Afioga i le Tiakono

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 for their warm hospitality. Finally,

📌 Samoa and Australia Join forces to drive data innovation ❖ Peer-to-peer exchange aims to strengthen governance, leadership, and digital systems for smarter development. Four officials from the Samoa Bureau of Statistics (SBS) are heading to Canberra, Australia, from 17–21 November for a peer-to-peer learning mission with the Australian Bureau

Samoa Participates in the 7th Regional Meeting of Heads of Planning and Statistics (HOPS 7)3–6 November 2025 | Wellington, New ZealandPhotos courtesy of SPC The Samoa Bureau of Statistics (SBS) is pleased to highlight Samoa’s participation in the 7th Regional Meeting of Heads of Planning and Statistics (HOPS 7), held

Community consultations were held with Sui o Nu’u (SN), Sui Tamaitai o Nu’u (STN), and youth representatives in both Upolu and Savaii. Participants shared practical insights grounded in their lived experiences of accessing services, navigating documentation requirements, and supporting diverse community needs, including elders, youth, and persons with disabilities. Their

NDID Policy Stakeholder consultations included private financial institutions, telecom operators, utilities, NGOs, and development partners. The Samoa Bureau of Statistics held a stakeholder consultation on the National Digital Identification (NDID) Policy, engaging key sectors to refine the proposed framework. The session focused on enhancing interoperability, data governance, and user trust