South Cotabato sustains child nutrition efforts through 4th delivery of Supplemental Feeding Program
South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), completed the 4th Delivery of the Supplemental Feeding Program (SFP) for Calendar Year 2026, further strengthening its commitment to improving the health and nutritional status of young children across the province. The delivery forms part of […]
PDRRMO distributes search-and-rescue equipment to over 125 schools, barangays to strengthen disaster preparedness
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Office of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer (OPDRRMO) of South Cotabato has strengthened the province’s disaster preparedness by distributing search-and-rescue equipment to more than 70 public schools and 55 barangays during the opening of the two-day South Cotabato DRRM Summit 2026. The distribution is part of […]
PSGIAC set for final deliberation after background investigation of 227 shortlisted applicants
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Provincial Scholarship and Grant-in-Aid Committee (PSGIAC) is set to conduct its final deliberation following the completion of the background investigation of 227 applicants shortlisted under the Kabugwason–Paglaum Scholarship and Grant-in-Aid Program (KPSGIAP). KPSGIAP Executive Director Atty. Rhonalyn C. Gallego emphasized the importance of the validation process in upholding the integrity […]
16 peace champions complete transformation program in South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – The South Cotabato Kapayapaang Angat Center (SCKAC), under the Office of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer (OPSWDO), marked another significant milestone in the province’s peacebuilding efforts as it successfully held the Completion Ceremony of 16 members of the 12th Batch of Friend Rescued (FRs) and Former Violent Extremists […]
Local hog situation stabilizes in South Cotabato with negative ASF result
South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has reported significant progress in containing the recent swine illness, with ongoing surveillance and monitoring confirming that no new hog deaths have been recorded and the situation remains strictly controlled within the initial affected area. Following the immediate implementation of containment and biosecurity measures, the […]
SCPH earns 5-star rating in DOH’s evaluation of hospital services and green initiatives
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) received a 5-star green rating in quality healthcare and environmentally friendly operations after passing the Department of Health–SOCCSKSARGEN’s evaluation of its hospital services and green initiatives. Chief Nurse Designate Catherine E. Ligo credited the nursing workforce and hospital personnel for their unwavering commitment to quality […]
T’nalak Job Fair 2026 opens opportunities to 1, 236 job seekers in South Cotabato
South Cotabato, Philippines — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., continues to expand programs that create employment opportunities for its constituents through the successful T’nalak Job Fair 2026, held recently at the South Cotabato Gymnasium and Cultural Center, which attracted 1,236 job seekers. Public Employment Service […]
Government steps in with seeds, rodent control assistance for Tampakan Farmers
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato —The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg)-South Cotabato, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture–Regional Crop Protection Center (DA-RCPC) XII, continues to strengthen its Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program by providing immediate assistance to farmers affected by rodent infestation in Barangay Albagan, Tampakan. Provincial Agriculturist I, IPM/DRRM Focal person, Elias Diamante […]
South Cotabato’s t’nalak earns prestigious geographical indication recognition
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — South Cotabato’s iconic T’nalak has earned one of the country’s highest distinctions for heritage products after the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) formally awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) Registration Certificate for T’nalak Tau Sebu during the recently concluded T’nalak Festival. Argie Asaria, Senior Tourism Operations Officer, said the […]
South Cotabato culminates nutrition month celebration in Lake Sebu
LAKE SEBU, SOUTH COTABATO — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato culminates its 52nd Provincial Nutrition Month Celebration today, July 29, at the Lake Sebu Municipal Gymnasium, bringing together nutrition advocates, local government officials, and community health workers to reaffirm the province’s commitment to food and nutrition security. Anchored on the national theme, “Sa PPAN: […]