“SOUTH COTABATO PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL EXTENSION SET TO BE OPERATIONAL BEFORE 2024 ENDS”

South Cotabato, Philippines- In an era where healthcare has become a fundamental concern for communities, the opening of the South Cotabato Provincial Hospital Extension this year is an important stride toward enhancing medical services in the province. “Aside sa P200m na budget para saaton nga South Cotabato Provincial Hospital Extension may ara pa sang P200m […]

South Cotabato Kicks Off Linggo Ng Kabataan Celebration

South Cotabato, Philippines – South Cotabato officially launched the week-long celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan with the inaugural Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Congress and Opening Ceremony held at The Farm at Carpenter Hill last August 11. This year’s event is anchored on the National Youth Commission theme of the Nationwide celebration of the Linggo ng Kabataan […]

Free government services reach 450 families in Barangay Topland through community outreach program

City of Koronadal – Approximately 450 families from Barangay Topland recently received a range of free government services through a provincial community outreach program. This initiative, led by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., dubbed as “Tama kag Maayo nga Serbisyo sa katawhan sang South Cotabato.” The outreach program provided essential services including haircuts, animal vitamins […]

47 ECCD centers provide significant benefits to children in SoCot

A total of 47 Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Centers have been successfully established in the province of South Cotabato. The provincial government allocated P66 million in funding for these centers, with each one costing P1.7 million. According to Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer Sonia L. Bautista, the ECCD program is crucial for […]

South Cotabato completes 209 infrastructure projects in 2023

In line with the continued implementation of its “Tama at Maayos na Serbisyo” program, South Cotabato successfully completed a total of 209 infrastructure projects last year. These projects amounted to a total of P826 million, with P407 million allocated for the Upper Valley and P419 million for the Lower Valley. Among the completed projects were […]

Dengue cases surge by 10% in SoCot, health officials intensify anti-dengue efforts

KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO- The Provincial Government of South Cotabato is facing a concerning rise in dengue cases, as the Provincial Health Office (IPHO) reports a 10% increase in cases in the first half of 2024. From January to July 13, the number of dengue cases has reached 2,238, compared to 2,037 during the same […]

Tupi wins grand prize in bahay kubo with product display competition

KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO- The municipality of Tupi celebrated a remarkable victory as it was crowned champion in the Bahay Kubo with Product Display Competition, one of the major highlights of the T’nalak Festival. With its outstanding showcase of the beauty and richness of their local culture, Tupi took home the grand prize of P210,000. […]

PDRRM Officer Aquino assures safe and secure T’nalak Festival celebration

As the silver anniversary of the T’nalak Festival approaches, the safety and security of spectators and visitors in South Cotabato is a top priority. Rolly Doane Aquino, Officer-in-Charge of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), assured that his office, along with members of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), […]

28th Helobung Festival Highlights Homegrown National Artists In Lake Sebu

LAKE SEBU, SOUTH COTABATO – Festive Drumbeats, colorful ethnic attires, and the widest smiles filled the celebration of the 28th Helobung Festival. The Municipality of Lake Sebu successfully celebrated its rich culture and vibrant tapestry through this festival, themed Lake Sebu: Home of the Living Treasures. The three-day celebration featured Manlilikha ng Bayan awardees, who […]

#05 – SouthCot Visitor Arrival surges to 773K in the first 4 months of ’24

Visitor arrival in South Cotabato surges  to 773,501 from January to April of 2024 based from the record of the Arts, Culture, Tourism and Museum (ACTM) Unit for Same Day Tourists and Guest Nights Arrival           The month of April posted 161,778, while January to March contributed 611,773. Foreign visitors accounted […]