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Province of South Cotabato

PDRRMC sets to release Php35 Million against Covid-19

KORONADAL CITY- The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) chaired by Governor Reynaldo S.Tamayo Jr. is set to release at least Php35 million from its 2019 PDRRMF- Trust Fund to finance various plans and programs against the Covid-19. During the emergency meeting held today, the council ruled out that it is not yet […]

Tnalak fashion design competition to highlight Tnalak Festival this year

Koronadal City—A key fashion event in South Cotabato is happening during the Tnalak Festival this July, celebrating the workmanship and talent of local fashion designers. Bugal 2020 is the first Tnalak Fashion Design Competition which will harness the unique beauty and versatility of the province’s emblem, the tnalak cloth. Argie Asaria, Tourism Operations Officer  I […]

3 tourist spots in South Cotabato belong to top 10 SOX tourist attractions

Koronadal City—Three out of the top 10 most visited tourist attractions in the region are from South Cotabato,  a provincial tourism  report confirmed. Based on the 2019 Top 10 Tourist Attractions list, the 7 Falls Zipline (Lake Sebu) was on top four, followed by Mambukal Hot Sulfur Spring (City of Koronadal) on top six, and […]

Norala successfully conducts 13th Kamayadan fest

The municipality of Norala successfully conducted its 13th Kamayadan Festival which coincided with its 67th Emancipation and 79th Foundation Anniversary celebration with the theme: Magsinadya, Maghugpong kag Maghiliusa nga may Paghigugma para sa Padayon nga Paglambo sang Mayad nga Norala. In line with today’s competitions, here are the results: Mass dance Competition: Champion- San Jose […]

Don’t touch MEN, says PHO to avoid CoVid-19

CITY OF KORONADAL — Provincial Health Officer II Dr. Rogelio Aturdido Jr. confirmed during the Monday Regular Convocation at the Provincial Capitol, this city that the first case of the Novel Corona Virus (NCOV) but now officially coined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as CoViD-19, in the country was detected in Metro Manila. As […]

At least 100, 000 tourists visit South Cotabato in January, tourism report confirms

Koronadal City—No virus could hamper the increasing number of tourist arrivals in South Cotabato despite the deadly 2019 coronavirus (COVID-19), the Tourist Arrival Summary Report recorded. Anna Liza Mondejar, Tourism Officer 1, said that as of January, more than 100, 000 tourists have already visited South Cotabato, including data from the City of Koronadal. COVID […]

A story of success shares by drug dependent at “Balay Silangan” Reformatory Center

TUPI, SOUTH COTABATO- Almost two months ago since it was opened for operation, members of the team came to visit at “Balay Silangan” Reformatory Center at Purok A, Poblacion, Tupi, South Cotabato. One of the chosen drug dependents shares his memorable experience and on how “balay silangan” transformed them into a better and a new […]

– IPHO to request for Mobile X-Ray Van to combat TB cases

The Integrated Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is seeking the endorsement of the Provincial Development Council (PDC) Social Development Committee for the purchase of one (1) unit Mobile X-Ray Van to combat the increasing cases of tuberculosis (TB) in the province. Provincial Health Officer II Dr. Rogelio B. Aturdido Jr. disclosed that the objective of the […]

SoCot PESO to conduct draw lots for SPES applicants

South Cotabato, Koronadal City- In fairness and equality, the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) will conduct draw lots for the applicants of Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) this year 2020. A total of 4,221 students applied for SPES province wide. According to Flora Cavan, PESO Manager, they are committed to accept 1,000 […]

South Cotabato surpasses 95% target on Sabayang Patak Kontra Polio

South Cotabato has once again exceeded its target of 95% for the Sabayang Patak Kontra Polio (SPKP) conducted last February 17 to March 1 this year when it vaccinated 101,126 targeted children aged 0-59 months old or equivalent to 95.95% with the bivalent Types 1 and 3 oral polio vaccine (OPV). Four (4) LGUs reached […]