AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEl Niño & Public Health: Samoa is bracing for another three months of below-normal rainfall as El Niño strengthens, with the Ministry of Health warning of hotter, drier conditions that could strain water, food production and power, and raise risks of mosquito-borne illness, water/food-borne disease and heat stress. Agriculture Under Pressure: Farmers are already feeling the drought’s bite, while concern is growing over banana disease after reports of Panama disease spreading through crops. Cost of Living & Retail: Village shops are facing tougher competition as shoppers shift to larger retailers, and households say 100 tala can vanish fast once transport and everyday food costs rise. Renewables Investment Gap: A new ADB study says private renewable energy build-out across the Pacific remains limited, pointing to the need for stronger planning, bankable contracts and reliable grids to attract investors. Samoa Tourism Numbers: International visitors generated an estimated US$201m for Samoa in 2025, with high satisfaction rates but calls for improvements in customer service. Maritime Culture: A traditional stitch-plank va’a folau has returned to Samoa after more than a century, reviving canoe-building knowledge for a new generation.
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