Gov. Tamayo makes bold vow to the people of South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — As he enters his final term as Governor of South Cotabato, Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. remains steadfast in his commitment to serve the people with integrity, inclusivity, and unwavering dedication, emphasizing that public service remains the sole direction of his administration. “I have nothing else to do now but […]
Relokasyong Sigurado para sa Tao’ secures allocation in South Cotabato’s budget this year
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 Officer Luz Perpetua Fontanilla said […]
Governor Tamayo ends political patronage, pushes bias-free public service in South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY , SOUTH COTABATO— Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. has reaffirmed his administration’s stance against political patronage, stressing that public service in South Cotabato must be delivered fairly, equally, and without regard to political affiliation. “The essence of leadership is service without bias,” the Governor said. Since assuming office, Governor Tamayo has consistently emphasized […]
One-stop shops open across South Cotabato LGUs to ease business permit renewal
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO— Business owners across South Cotabato can now look forward to a faster and more convenient business permit renewal process as one-stop shops in all local government units (LGUs) in the province have formally opened to the public. Tyron Jann Villanueva, South Cotabato Economic Investment and Promotion Center (SCEIPC) Chief, commended the […]
Use of provincial government vehicles during holiday season backed by mandates, focused on public service and safety
Koronadal City, South Cotabato-The use of provincial government vehicles during the holiday season has drawn public attention, prompting clarification from the provincial leadership on the purpose and mandate behind their continued operation. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo addressed the issue by emphasizing that the use of government vehicles during holidays is not a matter of privilege, […]
Governor Tamayo Calls for Broader Perspective Amid Isolated Overseas Incident
Koronadal City, South Cotabato — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. has urged national authorities and the public to avoid sweeping conclusions following reports linking an isolated overseas shooting incident in Australia to a person reportedly originating from Davao City, emphasizing that such a case should not be used to cast a negative light on the […]
South Cotabato grants ₱13K year-end bonus to qualified JOs, COS workers
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Job Order (JO) and Contract of Service (COS) workers of the Provincial Government of South Cotabato are set to receive a cash grant of up to P13,000 before the end of 2025, provincial officials announced, a move seen as a significant boost to the welfare of thousands of non-regular government […]
Mayor from Iloilo province draws inspiration from South Cotabato benchmarking visit
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines | December 16, 2025 — Mayor Milliard S. Villanueva of the Municipality of Concepcion, Iloilo expressed strong inspiration and optimism following their official benchmarking visit to the Province of South Cotabato, citing the province’s progressive programs and people-centered governance as models that could be adapted and implemented in their own […]
Food supply for PDLs uphold quality and sufficiency
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The management of the South Cotabato Rehabilitation and Detention Center (SCRDC) has assured the public that all persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) housed in the facility are provided with sufficient and quality food, emphasizing that no detainee goes hungry under its care. Retired Police Colonel Barney Condes, provincial jail warden […]
Governor Tamayo prioritizes strengthening of programs in his final term of service
South Cotabato, Philippines –As Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. prepares for his final term, his administration is laying out an ambitious agenda aimed at accelerating development and ensuring long-term progress for the Province of South Cotabato. While previous years have seen major reforms in education, agriculture, and governance, Tamayo’s final term is expected to solidify […]