Program Review empowers CSO scholars to strengthen public participation in governance

Koronadal City, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato convened the first and second batches of Civil Society Organization (CSO) Academy Scholars on Thursday at the PPDO–PDC Hall of the Provincial Capitol for a gathering and focused group discussion (FGD) aimed at assessing how the program has influenced their work in local governance. […]
Norala District Hospital boosts emergency care with advanced cardiac life support training

South Cotabato — The Norala District Hospital has taken a major step in strengthening its emergency care capabilities after completing the latest Cognitive and Skills Evaluation on Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). The program was initiated by Norala District Hospital in partnership with the Philippine Heart Association (PHA)–Council on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in compliance with American […]
Mindanao’s Only PPOP Group “One South” Wins Cultural Excellence Award at 10th PPOP Music Awards

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — One South (Active Talents Guild), hailed as Mindanao’s only Pinoy Pop (PPOP) group, brought pride to Koronadal City and the entire region after receiving a Cultural Excellence Award during the 10th PPOP Music Awards held on November 29 at the historic Metropolitan Theater in Manila. The recognition placed One South […]
Over 80 Households in Barangay Tinago, Norala to Benefit from Ongoing Water System Project

SOUTH COTABATO – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Office of the Provincial Engineer, conducted a pre-final inspection of the ₱3.8-million Potable Water System Project in Sitio Tantong, Barangay Tinago, Municipality of Norala on December 3, 2025. The project aims to provide clean and safe drinking water to more than 80 households in […]
Top leading cause of hospital consultation mirrors everyday lifestyle of South Cotabateños

South Cotabato, Philippines | December 04, 2025 – The latest disease surveillance report of the South Cotabato Provincial Hospital–Outpatient Department (SCPH-OPD), covering January to October 2025, offers a revealing picture of the daily lifestyle and health habits of South Cotabateños—long before any holiday celebration begins. Dr. Ana Marie Tuburan, OPD Department Chief, said lifestyle-related illnesses […]