As families prepare for the start of the new school term, many parents across Samoa say the cost of uniforms, shoes, bags and stationery continues to strain household budgets despite the government's $150 back-to-school assistance.While the payment has been welcomed by many families, parents rema...
By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai
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17 July 2026, 6:00PM
As families prepare for the start of the new school term, many parents across Samoa say the cost of uniforms, shoes, bags and stationery continues to strain household budgets despite the government's $150 back-to-school assistance.
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