Samoa Rugby Football Union calls first Annual General Meeting

By Lagi Keresoma/

Apia, SAMOA – 3 November 2026 – The Samoa Rugby Football Union (SRFU) will hold its first Annual General meeting (AGM) 11 November at the Sheraton Hotel.

SRFU was registered at the Ministry of Commerce Industry & Labour (MCIL) in June 2026 and officially launched 31 July 2026 after the Government ceased to recognise the Lakapi Samoa.

Several members of Lakapi Samoa left and formed the current SRFU under the leadership of former Manu Samoa player Matafeo George Latu and former Manu Samoa players and coaches.

The first SRFU AGM will focus on presentation and consideration of the interim unaudited financial report for the period from establishment to 31 October 2026.

Also on the table for discussion is the Interim Board report on activities, strategic priorities and operational plans.

One important aspect of the AGM is the selection of the first Executive Board which will include:

• 6 Sub-Union representatives (5 Upolu & 1 Savaii)
• 1 Secondary School rugby representative,
• 4 Independent Members selected through the Vetting committee.

Also on the agenda is the appointment of an independent external auditor for the first financial year.

Application of Manu Samoa 7s coach
SRFU is opening applications for the Mens’ 7 Head Coach who will provide “technical leadership, coaching and performance development of SRFU.

The Head Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing a structured coaching and training programme, developing team tactics, playing structure, and recommending player selections in accordance with the union’s approved selection procedures.