Three LGUs in South Cotabato achieve largest poverty reduction according to PSA

KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — Three local government units (LGUs) in South Cotabato recorded the biggest decreases in poverty incidence from 2021 to 2023, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) 2023 Small Area Poverty Estimates (SAPE). Data from the PSA showed that Lake Sebu Municipality had the most notable drop in poverty incidence, decreasing […]

Kapayapaang Angat Center accepts 11th batch of rescued friends and former extremists

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Kapayapaang Angat Center (Halfway House), under the leadership of Governor Hon. Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., officially conducted the Acceptance Ceremony for the 11th batch of Friends Rescued (FRs) and Former Violent Extremists (FVEs), marking another milestone in the province’s ongoing peace and reintegration efforts. This batch includes twelve (12) […]

ECCD Building Turned Over at Polotana Child Development Center in Polomolok

POLOMOLOK, SOUTH COTABATO- Another early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Building was officially turned over in Barangay Cannery, Polomolok, recently. The newly constructed was held at the Polotana Child Development Center marked the formal hand-over and start of operation for the facility, which aims to provide quality early childhood education and care services for young […]

Governor Tamayo strengthens reformation efforts as PDEA educates Balay Silangan Batch 11 Clients

Koronadal City, South Cotabato —- The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) conducted a Drug Abuse Prevention Education (DAPE) session for Batch 11 clients of the South Cotabato Balay Silangan Reformatory Center (SCBSRC), further strengthening the province’s commitment to rehabilitation and holistic recovery. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. reiterated the Provincial Government of South Cotabato’s unwavering […]

More certified childcare workers in South Cotabato with NC III training

Surallah, South Cotabato — To strengthen Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) services, the TESDA Provincial Training Center in Surallah successfully conducted the National Certificate (NC) III Training on ECCD Services for Child Development Workers (CDWs). This initiative was done in partnership with the Provincial Government of South Cotabato, led by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo […]

Governor Tamayo assures 100% free rehabilitation as Balay Silangan admits 11th batch of clients

KORONADAL CITY — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. reaffirmed the Provincial Government of South Cotabato’s commitment to restorative justice as the South Cotabato Balay Silangan Reformatory Center (SCBSRC) formally welcomed its 11th batch of clients during an Acceptance Ceremony last week. A total of fifteen (15) male clients, who availed of plea bargain agreements, were […]

Gov. Tamayo assures ‘No Ghost Senior Citizens’

South Cotabato, Philippines – Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. assured the public that the Provincial Government of South Cotabato has put strict safeguards in place to ensure that only legitimate beneficiaries receive senior citizens’ pensions, emphasizing that there will be “no ghost senior citizens” in the province’s assistance programs. According to Governor Tamayo, the province […]

Governor Tamayo welcomes measures to transform South Cotabato State College into a University

KORONADAL CITY — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. welcomed legislative efforts to convert South Cotabato State College (SCSC) into a full university, calling the move a major milestone in expanding access to quality, inclusive education for the province’s youth. According to Governor Tamayo, this conversion will greatly benefit students by increasing the institution’s budget and […]

Assistance to individual in crisis in South Cotabato reopens

KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO – The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) program has reopened to residents of South Cotabato. The program is managed by the Office of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development (OPSWD) to provide quick support to individuals and families in crisis. Sonia L. Bautista, Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer, […]

Governor Tamayo assures continued and strengthened programs in 2026

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. has assured the public that the Provincial Government of South Cotabato will constinue and further strengthen its programs in 2026, guided by his administration’s mantra, “Tama kag Maayo nga Serbisyo.” The governor emphasized that the initiatives implemented in the previous year will not only be […]