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"" ( en, "Song of Kiribati"), also known by its incipit, "" (; ), is the national anthem of Kiribati. It was by written and composed by

Ioteba Tamuera Uriam Te Ioteba Tamuera Uriam (1910 in Tamana–1988) was a politician, writer and musician of Kiribati. Its lyrics were confirmed as per Schedule 3 of the National Identity Act 1989.

History

The anthem was selected after a nationwide song competition to find a national anthem. Among those who participated in the competition were local composer and Protestant missionary Rev. Tom Toakai.

Lyrics

According to the National Identity Act 1989, the piece is to be sung at an andante tempo of 108.

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