AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoManu Samoa coach case: Former Manu Samoa captain and head coach Mase Mahonri Schwalger was found guilty on 8 sexual-related charges involving two victims aged 14 and 19, with sentencing set for June after the court adjourned the matter. Court delays: The Falealili 1 contempt of court hearing was adjourned again because counsel is overseas, with the case now pushed to next week for 53 defendants tied to an electoral petition witness failure. Drug charges: Afualo Daryl Mapu pleaded not guilty to eight drug charges, while another defendant also denied charges; Afualo remains in custody and bail was refused. Rugby warning: Pacific Rugby Players Welfare CEO Daniel Leo says rugby in Samoa could collapse within five years unless governance and leadership at Lakapi Samoa change quickly. Geopolitics & drugs: The Pacific Islands Forum flags rising Cold War-style rivalry as Palau hosts leaders’ talks, while Fiji police face charges in a major drug-trafficking collusion probe. Sports moves: Samoa’s Mat Feagai signed a three-year deal with Castleford Tigers starting 2027.
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