Barangay Nutrition Scholar overcomes hardships, finds stability in service
South Cotabato, Philippines – Christine Apolonio, a Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) from Barangay Sulit, Polomolok, has found hope and stability in her role despite facing personal and financial struggles. A single mother of two, Apolonio once considered leaving her job in search of better opportunities, especially during a difficult period in her life marked by […]
Governor Tamayo prioritizes institutionalization of South Cotabato’s key programs
Koronadal, South Cotabato- Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. is pushing for the institutionalization of key provincial programs to ensure their continuity beyond his administration. Recognizing the long-term impact of these initiatives, Governor Tamayo emphasized the need to pass local ordinances that will formalize essential services such as free education, free hospitalization, and support programs for […]
iJuanaRun Fun-Run Returns for Its Second Year in Celebration of the 2025 Women’s Month
The iJuanaRun Fun-Run will mark its second year as part of the 2025 Women’s Month Celebration in South Cotabato, aiming to promote women’s resilience, strength, and empowerment while encouraging community participation and healthy living. The event is organized by the Provincial Population Office in partnership with SOX Runners—a private organization of runners and trail runners. […]
Sangguniang Panlalawigan Supports Budget to Strengthen Health Care Facilities in South Cotabato
Koronadal City, Philippines – Sanguniang Panlalawigan supported the 75-million-peso budget to construct a two-storey building at the Norala District Hospital. “This new facility will not only help address the congestion of patients in healthcare services but also ensure that more patients can benefit by providing more beds, privates and ward rooms, as well as an […]
Gov. Tamayo Creates Life-Changing Opportunities for PWDs at the Capitol
South Cotabato, Philippines—Brian G. Hervilla, Disability Affairs Officer-1 at the Provincial Disability Affairs Unit (PDAU), is grateful for the provincial government’s bold initiative in providing job opportunities for persons with disabilities (PWDs). Hervilla, who is also a PWD, expressed just how rare and invaluable this chance is for individuals in their sector. “Thanks to Governor […]
South Cotabato’s commitment to inclusive learning through free education program
South Cotabato, Philippines — Ensuring that no student is left behind, Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. continues to strengthen his commitment to free education through a private-public partnership, which allows thousands of students to pursue higher learning despite financial constraints. The national government’s scholarship under UNIFAST only caters to 8,000 to 10,000 students, while South […]
2,661 farmers in SoCot receive financial assistance due to el niño
KORONADAL, SOUTH COTABATO – A total of 2,661 farmers in South Cotabato have received financial assistance from the provincial government to help mitigate the severe effects of the El Niño phenomenon. Each affected farmer was provided with P2,000 in aid, sourced from the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and […]
Malnutrition cases in South Cotabato decline as PSWDO strengthens nutrition programs
South Cotabato, Philippines — The prevalence of malnutrition in South Cotabato has been declining as the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) strengthens its nutrition programs and services. During the Hinun-anon sa Kapitolyo segment interview, Angela B. Frugalidad, Nutrition Officer II of PSWDO, reported that the latest data shows a drop in malnutrition rates, […]
Residents expressed joy over the newly renovated ECCD Classroom in Tantangan
South Cotabato, Philippines – Residents of Barangay New Iloilo in the Municipality of Tantangan, South Cotabato expressed their happiness over the turn over of the newly renovated Early Childhood Care and Development Classroom in the barangay recently. The Provincial Government of South Cotabato funded the rehabilitation and renovation of the decades old building in line […]
Governor Tamayo champions education for a brighter future
South Cotabato, Philippines – Education remains at the forefront of Governor Reynaldo Tamayo Jr.’s priorities, as he continues to champion learning as a gateway to a better future. In an upcoming meeting, the Department of Education (DepEd) Division Office will tackle key educational initiatives, with Provincial Administrator Atty. Renette B. Bergado set to deliver a […]
