South Cotabato serves as a leading province to Governor Tamayo’s poverty reduction initiative

South Cotabato, Philippines — In a commitment to uplift communities and combat poverty, Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. implemented the Local Poverty Reduction Action Plan (LPRAP), making South Cotabato the first province in the Philippines to adopt this strategy. Governor Tamayo emphasized the importance of identifying and prioritizing the most vulnerable areas to ensure that […]

Governor Tamayo responds to Sub-Saharan comparisons of Mindanao

South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr. has responded to recent comparisons of Mindanao being referred to as the “Sub-Saharan” region of the Philippines, a term that often highlights economic and development disparities. In a statement, Governor Tamayo acknowledged these perceptions but remained firm in emphasizing the potential and progress of Mindanao. “Yun ang pagtingin […]

Balay Dalangpan: A Lifeline for South Cotabato Patients in Davao City

South Cotabato- The Balay Dalangpan, an ancestral home of the Tamayo family, remains a lifeline for patients from South Cotabato seeking medical treatment in Davao City. This private property continues to serve as a free temporary shelter for patients and their caregivers who are receiving care at the Southern Philippine Medical Center (SPMC), a Level […]

South Cotabato Patient’s Struggles Ease with Free Dialysis Care

  Tantangan South Cotabato, Philippines – Gena P. Mamon, a resident of Barangay New Iloilo, Tantangan, South Cotabato, expressed her joy and gratitude after receiving free dialysis treatment at the South Cotabato Provincial Hospital. Mamon, a mother with children and a husband who works as a laborer, shared how difficult her life was before she […]

South Cotabato Barangay Nutrition Scholars express gratitude to Gov. Tamayo for prioritizing health programs.

South Cotabato, Philippines—Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) Imelda Sugan from Barangay Lamfugon, Lake Sebu, expressed immense gratitude towards Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. for his unwavering support for health programs in the province. Sugan’s appreciation came after the successful evaluation conducted by the Provincial Nutrition Committee to assess the impact of the province’s nutrition programs at […]

Governor Tamayo commends athletes’ unity and discipline as key factors for championship

South Cotabato, Philippines — Marking a historic win for the province, the SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Athletic Association (SRAA) Meet 2025, hosted by Koronadal City in partnership with the Provincial Government of South Cotabato, has concluded successfully. South Cotabato is the overall champion of the event, garnering 124 golds, 114 silvers, and 98 bronzes. This victory was […]

Former national security adviser Clarita Carlos commends South Cotabato for free hospitalization and cashier-less public hospitals

South Cotabato, Philippines – Former National Security Adviser Professor Clarita Carlos has lauded the Provincial Government of South Cotabato for its groundbreaking free hospitalization program and the removal of cashiers from public hospitals, making healthcare more accessible to residents. According to Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., this initiative is a result of prioritizing essential programs […]

South Cotabato LGU Turns Over PHP2.5M classroom building in Acmonan Integrated School

TUPI, SOUTH COTABATO – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato through its Provincial Engineering Office officially turns over the PHP2.5M 2-classroom building with CR to Acmonan Integrated School in Barangay Acmonan, Tupi, South Cotabato. The Provincial Government of South Cotabato allotted PHP 2,595,858.31 for the said project. The project is under the flagship program of […]

South Cotabato Launches Women’s Month by Empowering Men

As a first-of-its-kind initiative to promote gender equality, the Province of South Cotabato launched its Women’s Month celebration with the Men for WoMen Empowerment symposium. Held at the Convention Hall of Mall of Ace Centerpoint, the event placed the central role of men in the advancement of women’s rights and the establishment of a violence-free […]