Social Pension 4th quarter payout schedule set this November 2025

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, in close coordination with the Local Government Units (LGUs) and the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Offices (MSWDOs), has released the official schedule for the 4th Quarter Social Pension Payout for Calendar Year 2025. A total of 63,019 indigent senior citizens from the eleven component […]

South Cotabato Assessor’s Office Urges Property Owners to Declare Real Properties

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Office of the Provincial Assessor (OPASS) is calling on all South Cotabateños to fulfill their obligation of declaring real properties, emphasizing its importance in ensuring a fair and sustainable taxation system for the province. Engr. Ritchie A. Ballesta, REA,OIC Provincial Assessor,  has reminded property owners of their duty to […]

New KPSGIA scholars seal commitment through MOA with Provincial Government

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Kabugwason- Paglaum Scholarship and Grant-In-Aid Program (KPSGIAP)  welcomed Batch 21 Regular College Scholars and Batch 10 Postgraduate Scholars during the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) orientation and signing held on September 6, 2025, at the South Cotabato Gymnasium and Cultural Center. The event formalized the scholars’ commitment to pursuing their studies […]

South Cotabato steps up rabies fight, aids farmers in Tupi

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPVet) intensified its rabies prevention campaign while extending vital veterinary services to farmers during an outreach program in Sitio Datal Ngisi, Barangay Kablon, Tupi. Twenty dogs and two cats were vaccinated against rabies, while 2 dogs received medical treatment during the program. A total of […]

South Cotabato pushes employment and education initiatives for graduates

South Cotabato, Philippines – Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to creating employment for new graduates, underscoring active partnerships with local industries and investors. “So far, okay naman tayo dito. Ginagawan na natin ng paraan dahil dumadami na ang graduates at kailangan na talaga na maka-establish ng mga paraan na magkakaroon […]

KPSGIAP names Batch 21 college scholars for AY 2025–2026

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Kabugwason Paglaum Scholarship and Grant-In-Aid Program (KPSGIAP) has officially released the names of the KPSGIAP Batch 21 College Degree Scholars for Academic Year 2025–2026 after a meticulous screening process, background verification, and thorough deliberation. Atty. Rhon Gallego, KPSGIAP Executive Director, reminded the newly admitted scholars to uphold the program’s standards […]

Kabugwason Paglaum Scholarship Program Opens Applications for College and Postgraduate Students in South Cotabato

South Cotabato, Philippines – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, today officially opened applications for the Kabugwason Paglaum Scholarship Program (KPSP) for the upcoming academic year 2025–2026. The Kabugwason Paglaum Scholarship Program is now open not only for newly admitted first-year college students but also for Juris Doctor, Doctor of Medicine or other postgraduate programmes. […]

South Cotabato Reaches 20,000 New Jobs Milestone under Governor Tamayo’s Leadership

Koronadal City, South Cotabato – South Cotabato has achieved a significant milestone in job creation, with 20,000 new employment opportunities generated under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. This achievement highlights the province’s ongoing commitment to economic growth, investment, and improving the livelihoods of its residents. Governor Tamayo outlined a strategic vision centered […]

iJuanaRun Fun-Run Returns for Its Second Year in Celebration of the 2025 Women’s Month

The iJuanaRun Fun-Run will mark its second year as part of the 2025 Women’s Month Celebration in South Cotabato, aiming to promote women’s resilience, strength, and empowerment while encouraging community participation and healthy living. The event is organized by the Provincial Population Office in partnership with SOX Runners—a private organization of runners and trail runners. […]