Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa

Samoan politician, 7th Prime Minister

Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa - Samoan politician, 7th Prime Minister
Born

April 29th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Samoa

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Served as the 7th Prime Minister of Samoa, taking office in 2021. Became the first woman to hold this position in the country's history. Held various governmental roles throughout a lengthy political career, including Minister of Education, Sports and Culture. Contributed to significant policy reforms in education and women's rights.

Became the first female Prime Minister of Samoa

Served as Minister of Education, Sports and Culture

Implemented educational reforms in Samoa

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