As the Chief Executive of the province, I am pleased to warmly welcome each of you to the newly reinaugurated official website of the Provincial Government of South Cotabato.
Since the advent of my administration, the Provincial Government of South Cotabato has been steadfastly dedicated to boosting our local communities by providing excellent public services and by engaging in community immersion to have a better understanding of the predicaments of all our constituents including those who live in far-flung areas. Such commitment is an important foundation of Tama At Maayos Na Serbisyo.
Over recent years, the provincial government has taken advantage of many opportunities to spur local progress and development through key projects and programs including the free hospitalization and free education programs, and through dynamic leadership, which helped build the resilience of South Cotabateños during times of economic, health and or disaster-related concerns.
Rest assured, I will be in constant search of multiple opportunities to further expand and strengthen our economy, to invest in sound infrastructure, to promote effective governance and government service, to improve quality of life for all, and to transform our homeland into a province we can be proud of.
Sa mga mamamayan ng South Cotabato, patuloy tayong magkaisa upang makamit natin ang isang lalawigang maunlad at tunay na angat sa lahat.
Governor
KORONADAL CITY , SOUTH COTABATO— Providing safe, peaceful, and decent housing for families affected by disasters has emerged as one of the top priorities of the provincial government of South Cotabato, following the release of the 2026 Annual Budget under the administration of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. Provincial Budget...
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South Cotabato, Philippines | January 17, 2026 – Governor Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. has strengthened the implementation of his flagship programs to ensure that government services and assistance truly reach the barangays, sitios, and puroks across the province. According to Barangay Affairs Unit Executive Assistant IV Dennis C. Dignadice, the Governor’s...
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South Cotabato – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato continues to uphold transparency, discipline, and accountability in public finance management—ensuring that government resources are strategically planned and responsibly utilized for the benefit of its people. Under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., the Office of the Provincial Budget...
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South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato reported that no new cases of African Swine Fever (ASF) have been recorded in the province, as authorities continue to enforce strict surveillance and preventive measures to protect the local swine industry. According to Doc Ella Rose C. Frugalidad, Veterinarian...
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KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO- Janury 16, 2025| Hospitals are often measured by numbers,how many patients admitted, how many beds occupied, how many cases handled in a day. At Norala District Hospital, those numbers are significant. But beyond the figures and formal reports, there is another measure quietly unfolding every day:...
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South Cotabato – The South Cotabato Integrity Circle has taken a proactive role in reinforcing values-driven governance by highlighting the importance of the Provincial Government’s Core Values in the delivery of public service, through monthly thought-sharing forums. Jennifer Guadalupe, Project Development Officer III, the initiative serves as a platform for...
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South Cotabato, Philippines | January 16, 2026 – The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAG) of South Cotabato was recognized for its exemplary performance and dedication to public service after receiving a Plaque of Recognition under the Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE). The Program on Awards...
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KORONADAL CITY — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. welcomed legislative efforts to convert South Cotabato State College (SCSC) into a full university, calling the move a major milestone in expanding access to quality, inclusive education for the province’s youth. According to Governor Tamayo, this conversion will greatly benefit students by...
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South Cotabato, Philippines – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato through its Open Government Partnership-Secretariat took part in the OGP Localization Onboarding Program of the Department of Interior and Local Government Region 12 held at the City of Koronadal, South Cotabato, this week. The Provincial Government shared its best practices...
Read MoreThe province is a key player in the merging of South Cotabato , Sarangani and General Santos City into one of the country’s fastest growing development clusters known as SOCSARGEN. SOCSARGEN serves as a gateway for the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA).
With its location, it is easily accessible from neighboring ASEAN countries via SOCSARGEN’s entryway, General Santos City , with its International Standard Airport that puts key cities in Asia just three to four hours flying time away.
There’s a Fish Port Complex that serves the region’s thriving fishing industry. The Makar Wharf is a major port-of-call in international shipping, and one of the most important ports in Mindanao .
All have paved the way to make the constantly evolving SOCSARGEN the venue for a synergetic relationship. SOCSARGEN’s gateway, General Santos City , is merely five minutes away from one of South Cotabato ‘s municipalities, Polomolok.