2021 was a big year for these five extraordinary nesians defying odds and exceeding expectations in various fields from Entertainment to STEM! Take a look at these Inspiring Islanders who made major moves in 2021. 1. Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa In 2021 Fiamē Naomi Mata afa became the leader of the Faʻatuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party and won the Samoan General Election. She is now Samoa s first female Prime Minister and was listed in BBC s Top 100 Women of the year.