Apia, Samoa 25 June 2026.  The Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) is happy to announce the appointment of Onomea Productions as the official organizer of the Miss Samoa Pageant for a three-year term, commencing in 2026 and concluding in 2028.

Following a competitive recruitment and selection process, Onomea Productions emerged as the successful candidate.

Onomea’s proposal demonstrated a strong vision, capability, and commitment to delivering a high-quality national pageant that aligns with the objectives of the Samoa Tourism Authority and the Miss Samoa programme.

The appointment has been formally endorsed by the STA Board of Directors, with institutional support for the partnership.

“We look forward to working closely with Onomea Productions to continue strengthening the Miss Samoa Pageant as a platform for promoting Samoan culture, leadership, tourism, and national pride,” said Niumata Kitiona Pogi, Chief Executive Officer of the Samoa Tourism Authority.

The Miss Samoa Pageant is a cornerstone of Samoa’s cultural calendar.

It serves as a celebration of Samoan heritage and beauty, and a vehicle for promoting tourism, empowering young women as cultural ambassadors, and fostering national pride on both the local and international stage.

“We are grateful for the vote of confidence to continue our service to Samoa,” said Founder & Director of Onomea Productions and the Anofale Mentoring and Leadership Programme, I’oimataopunialava’a Vaito’a Toelupe.

“Our track record has demonstrated our commitment and passion to sustain the preservation, protection and promotion of the Miss Samoa Pageant as a cultural heritage platform we can be proud of.”

The Miss Samoa Pageant is scheduled to be held in the first week of September 2026.

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