South Cotabato Finalizes Waste-to-Energy Partnership Agreement

The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has successfully finalized a waste-to-energy project with Alternaverde Corporation. The project received formal endorsements from both the Local Government Unit of Surallah and the Provincial Government through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and a resolution interposing with no objection. In an update given by, Provincial Environmental Officer Siegfried Flaviano […]

South Cotabato offers limited slots for SPES beneficiaries this year

Koronadal, South Cotabato-In a steadfast commitment to empowering the youth of South Cotabato, Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. has been a fervent supporter of the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES). This initiative, in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), aims to provide temporary employment opportunities to financially disadvantaged yet deserving […]

CATCH-UP Program Leads Community Assessment in Tampakan to Drive Local Development

SOUTH COTABATO, Tampakan – The provincial government’s Convergence Approach for Transformation and Change-Unification Program (CATCH-UP) carried out a comprehensive site validation in Sitio Mabalo, Barangay Albagan, Tampakan on January 31, 2025, marking another step in its community development initiatives. Under the direction of South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo Sucayan Tamayo Jr., the CATCH-UP team met with […]

Governor Tamayo calls for unity and truthful information to strengthen community engagement in South Cotabato

South Cotabato, Philippines—To provide efficient public services, Governor Reynaldo Tamayo Jr. stressed the value of cooperation and truthful information. Tamayo recognized the challenges caused by false information spreading in some communities, even despite the province’s continuous attempts to address local issues. “So far, dahil nga nakababad naman ang tao natin sa baba sa pagkuha ng […]

PVET launches anti-rabies vaccination program to build a safer, healthier community

Koronadal City, South Cotabato – The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVet) of South Cotabato recently started its Anti-Rabies Vaccination Program in Banga, marking an essential step in the province’s continuous efforts to combat rabies and a step towards building a safer, healthier community. Several barangays in Banga, including Kusan, Cabudian, Rizal, Punong Grande, Malaya, Rang-ay, Lampari, […]

South Cotabato’s Comprehensive Approach to Adolescent Health and Development

The Provincial Population Office (PPO) has made significant progress in meeting the needs of adolescents through its Adolescent and Development Programme. The program has reached over 2,986 participants, including both adolescents and parents, with activities aimed at fostering resilience, life skills, and stronger family connections in 2024. Despite these encouraging figures, they highlight the importance […]

TUPAD employment program inspires disadvantaged workers in Lake Sebu and Tboli

Koronadal City, South Cotabato–Residents of Lake Sebu and Tboli in South Cotabato breathed a sigh of relief as they received much-needed support through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program. This initiative, led by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in partnership with the Provincial Employment Services Unit (PESU), provided a lifeline […]

CATCH-UP 2025: First Site Validation Brings Hope to Sitio Lembukon

LAKE SEBU, South Cotabato – The Provincial Government’s flagship program, Convergence Approach for Transformation and CHange – Unification Program (CATCH-UP), successfully conducted its first site validation for 2025 in Sitio Lembukon, Barangay Upper Maculan, Lake Sebu, on January 16-17, 2025, marking a significant step toward rural development. Under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo […]

Governor Tamayo leads efforts to address local issues with RST barangayan program

Koronadal City, South Cotabato – To strengthen his connection with residents and directly address their concerns, Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo launched a city-wide initiative called “Barangayan” visiting each barangay in Koronadal City to listen to the voices of its people. Dennis Dignadice, Barangay Affais Chief, said the barangayan was joined by former Congressman Ferdinand Hernandez […]

PGSC Intensifies Rural Water Access

The South Cotabato Provincial Government has delivered crucial materials for a spring water rehabilitation project in Sitio Lambalas, Barangay Rang-ay, Banga, marking a significant step toward improving water access in this rural community. The delivery, completed on January 14, represents a milestone in the province’s infrastructure development initiatives. The project, operating under the province’s Convergence […]