Tagata Pasifika

The Pacific voice on
New Zealand television
since 1987

Tagata Pasifika

The Pacific voice on
New Zealand television
since 1987

Tofa family blown away by community support for son’s life-saving surgery

junior tofa and tofa family on tagata pasifika

Last week we shared the story of Junior Tofa, a 13-year-old Samoan boy who was diagnosed with rheumatic heart disease while stuck in New Zealand due to Covid-19. Our audience were quick to respond, donating thousands of dollars to Junior’s Givealittle page.

Thanks to the generosity of the community, Junior will now be able to have a life-saving operation, and his family will also be able to properly support Junior in his recovery. Marama T-Pole spoke to the Tofa family, who joyfully give their thanks to everyone who has supported Junior on his journey.

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