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The CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team’s next key step is: Fa’afou polokalame o fa’aaogaina i taimi uma – UPdate your apps and software, so your devices stay secure.

Cyber threats are always evolving, so keeping your apps and software updated is very important. Updates help protect against bugs, viruses and vulnerabilities, reducing security risks. This week, don’t hide—accept update reminders or enable automatic updates on all your devices.

Find more tips on how to protect yourself online at the SamCERT website: https://www.samcert.gov.ws/top-tips-online-security

It is with great honor and joy that your Samoa CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team extend our warmest greetings to you during your royal visit to Samoa and to our beautiful Blue Pacific. Your presence here is a testament to the enduring friendship between Samoa, The Pacific and the United Kingdom, and we are thrilled to have you as our honoured guests.

Samoa Matalasi is a place rich in culture, tradition, and breathtaking landscapes, and we are excited to share our vibrant heritage with you. From our welcoming fa’a Samoa (the Samoan way), to the stunning natural beauty that surrounds us, we hope you find delight in every moment of your stay.

We wish you both a memorable visit filled with discovery, connection, and joy. Samoa welcomes you with open hearts and open arms!

Fa’afetai lava, and enjoy your stay in Samoa!

Photo Credit: Samoa CHOGM 2024

As CHOGM week continues the CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team remind everyone: Si’itia I fa’amaoniga se lua e tatala ai polokalame – UPgrade to Two-Factor Authentication, so your online accounts have double protection.

2FA or multi-factor authentication (MFA) is like a second layer of protection. Even if a hacker somehow guesses your password, they won’t be able to access your account with 2FA enabled.

Find out more about 2FA on the SamCERT website: https://www.samcert.gov.ws/use-two-factor-authentication…

A valuable member of our team, So’oalo Sosaia Satui – supporting today’s events at the Samoa Business Hub. Thank you Sooalo for all your work supporting the CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team!

On day three of CHOGM we are proud to introduce another of our dedicated teams.

Team 3 is led by Vasapasefika Lenuu and consists of skilled individuals from:

• Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labour

• ⁠Public Service Commission

• ⁠Samoa International Finance Authority

• ⁠Scientific Research Organisation of Sāmoa

• ⁠National ICT Authority

Let the team know if there is anything you need assistance with – the team are here to help!

As we continue with an exciting Day 3, the CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team is here to make sure all your technical needs are covered. Our team in blue shirts will be managing WiFi, audio, printing, photocopying, ICT and cyber security support across all events today.

You’ll find us at the CHOGM Programme, Business Forum, and Side Events. If you need help, feel free to reach out to any of us.

Wishing everyone a successful and smooth Day 3 of CHOGM!

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Our CHOGM Cyber and ICT Team in action today at the People’s Forum, Women’s Forum, Youth Forum and Side events. Malo le tautua team!

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As we continue CHOGM 2024, we’re excited to introduce another incredible team supporting our Security Operation Center (SOC).

Team 2 is led by Johnny Fiu and consists of skilled representatives from:

• Ministry of Prime Minister and Cabinet

• Ministry of Finance

• National University of Samoa

• Department of Information, Communication and Technology

• CERT Tonga

• Australian Cyber Rapid Team

• SamCERT

Stay tuned as we continue to introduce more of our dedicated teams and their vital roles across various venues! All the best for Day 2.

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This morning, Honourable Minister Toelupe Poumulinuku Onesemo, Minister for Communications, Information and Technology, shared Samoa’s experience in building the digital economy at the Digital Transformation Critical Success Factors Forum as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)2024.

The CHOGM side event, hosted by the Commonwealth Telecoms Organisation, shared a report which examined critical success factors and challenges of digital transformation in Commonwealth countries. The session’s key aim was to raise awareness of the need for digital transformation and provision of tools to measuring progress. This was followed by a panel discussion by Commonwealth representatives and industry experts.

Honourable Minister Onesemo highlighted “through the implementation of e-government services we have started to build the foundation of the digital economy”, sharing Samoa’s experience in building resilience and the benefits of digitalisation.