Punialava‘a coins the Samoan word “Mananoa” — another translation for Alzheimer’s Disease
Mon, 12/01/2025 - 8:30am
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Punialava‘a, one of Samoa’s most iconic family bands, has added a new chapter to its remarkable legacy.

![Two local fans of Punialava'a (center) pose proudly with the group after the press conference held at the DDW Restaurant last week Monday. [courtesy photo] Punialava'a with local fans](https://www.samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/punialavaa2.jpg?itok=PH30vTXP)





