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You Put The Lime in The Coconut: So Long From Samoa
Despite Samoa being listed by the UNDP list as one of the 49 least developed countries in the world, Samoans generally do not suffer from the hunger or homelessness that accompany poverty.
Coca Cola in a Baby’s Bottle: Health Horror Stories from Samoa
According to the World Health Organization, Samoa is the world’s fattest country. At least 75% of Samoans are obese and 40% suffer from Type 2 diabetes.
The Alofa’aga Blowholes of Savaii
The western concept of “private property” does not exist in the communal village life of Samoa. In a traditional Samoan village, many generations of a family live together where food and material items are shared among everyone.
Samoan Donut War: A Microfinance Success Story
In the spirit of Dunkin’ Donuts vs. Crispy Cream, a fierce donut competition is raging on a small street in tropical Samoa.
Rebuilding After the Tsunami in Samoa
Early morning last September 29th, a 15ft wall of water devastated the islands of Samoa killing 187 people and causing hundreds of millions of dollars in damage. Nearly 6 months later, the people of Samoa still need your help in rebuilding their economy and their lives.
