South Cotabato to recognize women farmers’ contributions through RIC Achievement Day 2026
BANGA, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) will conduct the South Cotabato Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Achievement Day 2026 at the Provincial Nursery and Demonstration Farm in Barangay Reyes, Banga, South Cotabato on September 16, 2026. Anchored on the theme, “Kababaihan sa Kanayunan: Susi […]
Psychological first aid training strengthens South Cotabato disaster responders
South Cotabato, Philippines — The three-day Psychological First Aid (PFA) Training for Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council(PDRRMC) Members and Emergency Responders in South Cotabato has successfully concluded, equipping participants with essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide immediate psychological and emotional support to individuals and families affected by emergencies and disasters. The training […]
Local hog situation stabilizes in South Cotabato with negative ASF result
South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has reported significant progress in containing the recent swine illness, with ongoing surveillance and monitoring confirming that no new hog deaths have been recorded and the situation remains strictly controlled within the initial affected area. Following the immediate implementation of containment and biosecurity measures, the […]
Second Leg of PMA Entrance Exam 2026 Set for Western Mindanao Cluster and General Santos City
FORT GENERAL GREGORIO H. DEL PILAR, Baguio City – The Philippine Military Academy will conduct the second leg the PMA Entrance Examination 2026 for the Eastern Mindanao Cluster from July 25 to 26, 2026 at the following testing venues: • Iligan City – Iligan City National High School, Gen. Wood Street Corner Roxas Avenue, Brgy. Mahayahay, Iligan City […]
South Cotabato placed under state of calamity following 7.8-magnitude earthquake
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of South Cotabato has approved a resolution declaring the entire province under a State of Calamity following the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8, 2026. The declaration was made through a resolution endorsed by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. and recommended by the Provincial Disaster […]
Atty. Tandog as new secretary to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Atty. Slyvie Blanche F. Tandog has been officially the new Secretary to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of South Cotabato, effective June 1, 2026. Her appointment marks a key transition in the legislative support office, which plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient documentation, coordination, and implementation of the provincial board’s […]
South Cotabato returns to regular five-day work schedule
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines | May 12, 2026—-The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has reverted to its regular five-day workweek following approximately nine weeks of implementing a four-day onsite work arrangement (Monday to Thursday) and a work-from-home setup every Friday in provincial government offices. The regular schedule, from Monday to Friday, resumed starting May […]
Perimeter fence project in Banga ensures safety and readiness of rice processing center
South Cotabato, Philippines | February 4, 2026 – As part of efforts to fully operationalize its processes, the construction of a perimeter fence at the South Cotabato Integrated Rice Processing Center in Barangay Liwanay, Banga, is now underway, enclosing a total area of 4.129 hectares. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. said the provincial government is […]
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 […]