Language

3 June 2022
Sāmoan oratory, lāuga, is performed at formal and ceremonial gatherings. It is an integral part of the Sāmoan cultural and political landscape. It is ubiquitous, found at every level of Sāmoan life from the village fono to the Parliament. For...
10 May 2022
Sustainability of the language and culture will be the main focus of this year’s Rotuman language week. Listed as one of UNESCO’s endangered languages, the Rotuman community in Aotearoa New Zealand is not taking any chances to see their unique...