South Cotabato government steps in to support farmers amid rice price drop

SOUTH COTABATO – The Provincial Government, led by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., has taken measures to assist rice farmers affected by the significant drop in rice prices. Governor Tamayo has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting local rice farmers by purchasing palay (unmilled rice) to provide relief. “If the price drops to ₱19.00, the Provincial […]

10,000 jobs filled as Governor Tamayo drives economic growth in South Cotabato

Koronadal City, South Cotabato – Governor Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. proudly announced that the province has reached its goal of creating 10,000 new jobs, fulfilling his commitment to bolster employment opportunities and economic growth. When he made this statement during his State of the Province Address last July, the governor was determined to highlight that through […]

South Cotabato reaps ₱13 Million in economic gains from national tourism convention

Koronadal City, South Cotabato — The recently concluded national convention of the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP), held in South Cotabato in October, brought an estimated ₱13 million boost to the local economy, marking a successful showcase of the province’s tourism and cultural heritage. The four-day event attracted around 1,500 tourism officers […]

South Cotabato launches ‘TUTOK KAINAN’ program to support pregnant teens

Koronadal City, South Cotabato — Aiming to improve the health of pregnant teenage mothers and promote the birth of healthier babies, the National Nutrition Council (NNC) has launched the “TUTOK KAINAN” dietary supplementation program in South Cotabato. This initiative specifically targets pregnant teenagers across 12 barangays within the province, providing them with vital nutritional support […]

Former OFW thrives through provincial livelihood program

Koronadal City, South Cotabato—For Delfa Sabang, a former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and mother of two, returning home to South Cotabato was not the end of her journey but the beginning of a new chapter. Having spent years abroad in Kuwait, Qatar, and Hong Kong to provide for her family, Delfa found herself in a […]

South Cotabato provincial hospital prepares for upcoming OB-Gyne surgical mission

Koronadal City, South Cotabato—The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) is set to conduct a special surgical mission focusing on obstetrics and gynecology (OB-Gyne) cases from October 10 to 12, 2024. This initiative aims to address the backlog of elective surgeries for women who have been waiting for their operations, as the hospital regularly prioritizes emergency […]

Governor Reynaldo Tamayo highlights South Cotabato’s best practices at regional ELCAC meeting

Koronadal City, South Cotabato – South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. recently attended the Regional Joint Meeting on Ending Local Communist Armed Conflict (ELCAC), where he shared the province’s best practices in promoting peace and order, highlighting these as essential factors for fostering potential investments in the province. During the meeting, Governor Tamayo underscored […]

South Cotabato Named Finalist for 2024 Most Business-Friendly LGU Awards (Province Level)

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has once again proven its commitment to fostering a robust and dynamic business environment, having been named as one of the finalists in the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards at the province level. This prestigious recognition is awarded by the Philippine Chamber […]

South Cotabato upholds 12 core values in pursuit of ‘Tama at Maayos na Serbisyo’

South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo Tamayo Jr., emphasizes its commitment to public service through 12 core values that align with the province’s brand of governance, “Tama at Maayos na Serbisyo.” These values form the foundation of the province’s efforts to ensure quality service, integrity, […]

South Cotabato achieves 70% utilization rate of development projects

South Cotabato, Philippines – The provincial government of South Cotabato has reported a 70% utilization rate of its allocated resources for development projects, a significant milestone in ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of services to its constituents. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. emphasized that the 70% utilization rate reflects the province’s commitment to maximizing […]