OPCDO, DILG partner to boost CSO participation in South Cotabato’s Local Special Bodies (LSB)
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – To strengthen participatory governance and ensure citizen voices are heard, the Office of the Provincial Cooperatives Development Officer (OPCDO) of South Cotabato, in partnership with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) South Cotabato and DILG Regional Office XII, conducted the Rollout of the Capacity Development Program for […]
Free castration and rabies vaccination drive benefits pet owners in Isla Tebenwu, Lake Sebu
South Cotabato, Philippines — Seven dogs underwent free castration while three dogs received free anti-rabies vaccination during the Mass Castration and Rabies Vaccination Drive held on August 13, 2026, in Isla Tebenwu, Barangay Poblacion, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. The activity, led by the Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPV) in coordination with local barangay partners, […]
NDH strengthens dengue prevention through community orientation
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Strengthening community awareness and prevention, the Norala District Hospital (NDH) conducted an orientation on dengue prevention to equip residents with practical knowledge in keeping their families and communities healthy, especially during the rainy season. The activity focused on recognizing the signs and symptoms of dengue, practicing preventive measures, seeking early […]
SCPH strengthens emergency readiness through BLS training for health workers
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) strengthened its emergency response capacity as at least 20 health workers underwent Basic Life Support (BLS) training aimed at enhancing their knowledge, practical skills, and preparedness in responding to life-threatening emergencies. SCPH Chief of Hospital II Dr. Marilyn S. Abantao said strengthening the skills of […]
Five Land Titles Awarded in South Cotabato, Strengthening Land Security and Public Service Facilities
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Five land titles were awarded to beneficiaries in South Cotabato under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) Handog Titulo Program during a distribution ceremony held early this week at the South Cotabato Provincial Capitol Compound this city. The initiative supports Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr.’s commitment to responsive […]
SCPH completes 16 OB-GYN surgeries on opening day of surgical mission for women
Koronadal City, South Cotabato-The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) successfully performed gynecologic surgeries on 16 patients during the first day of its three-day OB-GYN Surgical Mission, which runs until Aug. 7. The surgical mission aims to provide free specialized gynecologic procedures to women in South Cotabato who require surgical intervention but have limited access to […]
South Cotabato, CSOs partner to roll out strategic plan for adolescent health and youth development
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has strengthened its commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of young people following the signing of Executive Order No. 12, Series of 2026 by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., creating the Provincial Task Force on Adolescent Health and Youth Development. The newly established […]
Newly elected South Cotabato Provincial Agricultural and Fishery Council officers take oath, commit to strengthening agriculture and fisheries
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The newly elected officers of the Provincial Agricultural and Fishery Council (PAFC) formally took their oath of office at the Provincial Capitol Compound before Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., officially assuming their roles as leaders of the province’s multi-sectoral consultative and advisory body for the agriculture and fisheries sector. Leading […]
OPPO South Cotabato champions youth awareness in 2026 population education quiz show
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Office of the Provincial Population Officer (OPPO), successfully conducted the 2026 Provincial Population Education Quiz Show, reaffirming its commitment to developing informed, responsible, and resilient young people through quality population education. Carrying the theme, “Developing Responsible Adolescents Towards a Resilient Population,”the annual […]
NDH brings preventive healthcare closer to Brgy. Tinago residents through Alagang YAKAP caravan
NORALA, South Cotabato — The Norala District Hospital (NDH) launched another leg of its Alagang NDH YAKAP & Health Caravan early this week in Barangay Tinago, bringing essential healthcare services directly to residents of the town. Dr. Mila G. Quinton, chief of hospital of the Norala District Hospital, said the outreach reflects the hospital’s continuing […]