Samoa Observer Newspaper Development Project

Approval date

1997

Total budget $

44,000

Budget code

PDC/17 SAM/01 352 SAM 71

Source

IPDC

Objectives

To upgrade Observer's operation, maintenance and coverage. To further strengthen Samoa Observer's role as a forum for discussion and education on issues of vital importance to national development efforts in urban and rural areas. To develop appropriate human resources at Samoa Observer operation and maintenance.

Activities

Equipment being purchased.

Funds obligated

40,000

90%. Funds allotted in November 1997. Implementation in progress.

Project officers

VIRTANEN and JAYAWEERA