Lake Sebu’s 7 falls zipline prioritizes safety of tourists
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato – The management of 7 falls Zipline in Lake Sebu is prioritizing the safety of tourists visiting South Cotabato Province. Ray Venn Dongo, Operation Manager, said a routine maintenance is conducted every 15th day or once a week to ensure that the facility is on and fully functional. He added that […]
Gov. Tamayo to share local open government initiatives at Spain forum
Koronadal City, Philippines – The Province of South Cotabato is poised to showcase its innovative practices in transparency and citizen participation on the global stage, as Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., presents the province’s Open Government Partnership (OGP) initiatives at an international forum in Spain. Governor Tamayo will depart for Spain on October 5, 2025, […]
Gov. Tamayo boasts localized social pension distribution to senior citizens
South Cotabato, Philippines – Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. highlighted the exemplary implementation of the social pension program in South Cotabato. The program is the first of its kind in the Philippines, implemented under a memorandum of agreement between the Department of Social Welfare and Development and the Provincial Government of South Cotabato. Governor Reynaldo […]
Public warned vs. effects of “Tuklaw” on youth
Koronadal City, South Cotabato | September 17, 2025 — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has warned the public against the use of Thuoc Lao, or Vietnamese tobacco, commonly known as the “black cigarette” or “Tuklaw.” According to Kath Abad, Information Officer of PDEA Regional Office 12, during the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council press briefing, […]
Campaign against drugs, irregularities intensified as new provincial jail warden assumed post
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato -Newly appointed Provincial Jail Warden Barney P. Condes has vowed to tighten measures against illegal drugs and irregularities inside the South Cotabato Detention and Rehabilitation Center (SCDRC) as he officially assumed his post. On his first day in office, Condes met with department heads and personnel, emphasizing the directive of Governor […]
Elected officials should be required for life style check
South Cotabato, Philippines – All national government agencies, employees, officials and elected officials are required to undergo a life style check. This was the response of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. at the Governor meets the Press today. “It is about time that we undergo a lifestyle check, because as public officials, we should not […]
DICT, PYDO Push Cybersecurity Awareness Among South Cotabato Youth Data show men more vulnerable than women to online threats
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines | August 30, 2025 – Men are more vulnerable than women to cyber-attacks, according to data from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) South Cotabato, which reported that males account for up to 70 percent of victims of online crimes. The finding was highlighted during the cybersecurity awareness […]
Linggo ng Kabataan’ highlights 6 SDGs to empower the youth
KORONADAL CITY –August 25,2025 The Linggo ng Kabataan 2025, observed from August 22 to 24, placed the spotlight on six Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at empowering young people to take part in nation-building. Anchored on the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” the three-day celebration featured capacity-building activities and community engagements […]
South Cotabato to establish infirmary hospitals in Tantangan and Koronadal this year
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato, Philippines| August 18, 2025- Two infirmary hospitals will be established this year in the town of Tantangan and the City of Koronadal, ensuring accessible and quality health services for the people of South Cotabato. According to Governor Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr., these hospitals will help ease the overcrowding at the Provincial Hospital, […]
Governor Tamayo Seen as Potential Candidate for National Position
Koronadal City, South Cotabato | August 18, 2025 — Although the 2028 national elections are still years away, the name of South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. is already being floated as a potential contender for a national post. When asked by media about his readiness to run for higher office, Governor Tamayo acknowledged […]