South Cotabato tourism employment surge driven by MICE expansion, strategic investments, and service excellence
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — South Cotabato’s tourism sector has emerged as a primary engine for local economic growth, recording a remarkable 74.4% expansion in workforce employment over a five-year period. Official data from the Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Museum Unit (ACTMU) shows that total tourism-related employment rose from 2,972 personnel in 2020 to 5,184 in […]
South Cotabato workplaces earn recognition for supporting breastfeeding working mothers
SOUTH COTABATO, PHILIPPINES — Demonstrating a strong commitment to maternal and child healthcare, key workplaces in the province have achieved Level 1 and Level 2 Mother-Baby-Friendly Workplace (MBFW) accreditations under the guidelines of Republic Act 10028, or the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009. Francy Aguilar, the Mother-Baby-Friendly Workplace (MBFW) Focal Person, emphasized that establishing […]
South Cotabato launches province-wide supplementary feeding program for 800 mothers and children
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — To strengthen health interventions during the critical First 1,000 Days of life and beyond, the Provincial Government of South Cotabato successfully rolled out a province-wide Supplementary Feeding Program spanning all 10 municipalities and one component city from August 13 to 21, 2026. The comprehensive nutrition drive merges three major provincial […]
Gov. Tamayo strict on zero PTA collection policy: “The money is here, don’t disturb families.”
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has reiterated its firm stance against unauthorized Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) contributions, directing public schools to adhere strictly to existing Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) that guarantee fully free public basic education. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. emphasized that the province continues to allocate substantial resources—amounting […]
South Cotabato champions bamboo as dual engine for environmental protection and green economy at 1st BAMBOOST Forum
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a green economy by positioning bamboo as both a vital bio-engineering tool for flood control and a high-value industrial resource for clean energy and school infrastructure. Speaking at the 1st BAMBOOST Forum—hosted by South Cotabato and spearheaded by Base […]
Health officials push early screening to prevent eyesight problems
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — In celebration of Sight Saving Month this August, health authorities and national health insurance representatives in South Cotabato are emphasizing the crucial role of early eye screening, proper nutrition, and accessible healthcare packages in preventing avoidable blindness. Anchored on this year’s theme, “See Clearly, Live Fully: Promoting Early Screening and […]
South Cotabato health officials urge vigilance amid rising WILD diseases this rainy season
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Health officials are calling on residents to take strict precautionary measures as the province monitors a rise in cases of WILD diseases like water-borne illness, Influenza, leptospirosis and Dengue fever as continuous rainfall is experienced in South Cotabato. Health Education Promotion Officer (HEPO) Eldon Serame reminded the public that the […]
South Cotabato health officials urge public to support July Deworming Program, assures medicine safety
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Office of the Provincial Health Officer in South Cotbaato is urging parents, guardians, schools, and local communities to actively support the nationwide deworming activities being conducted across the region this July. Health authorities reiterated that regular deworming remains a safe, effective, and proven public health strategy to protect Filipino children […]
Fashion designer Archie Castillo wins South Cotabato’s first Fashion Design Competition
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines —- Ultimately, Archie Castillo took home the Champion title. The three designers showed great craftsmanship with weaving culture and fashion, showing that culture shines strong on the runway. After hours of hard work and dedication, three designers were crowned as the Top 3. Jose Nacionales secured the 2nd Runner-up spot, […]
Gov. Tamayo unveils plans for Heart and Cancer Center in South Cotabato SOPA
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Residents of South Cotabato will soon no longer need to travel to Davao City or Cotabato City for specialized medical treatments. In his State of the Province Address (SOPA) delivered today, Governor Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. announced the landmark establishment of a state-of-the-art Heart and Cancer Center as part of the […]