78 days to go to Tnalak Festival 2023
Koronadal City—The biggest event in South Cotabato is getting nearer as the Tnalak Festival Publicity and Promotions Committee released the 80 days to Tnalak Festival 2023 promotional material. In the 80 Days to Tnalak Festival 2023 Promotional Video, the committee, led by the Provincial Information Office, presented tourism establishments and the various destinations in the […]
14 departments in the Capitol undergo ‘Risk Communication’ training
Koronadal City— To guide those who communicate on behalf of their department during an emergency with risk communication principles and best practices, the Provincial Information Office spearheaded the Risk Communication Training. Rudy Jimenea, Provincial Information Officer, said the training was developed as a result of the pandemic and other similar incidences that happened in South […]
South cotabato remains ‘Malaria free’ after seven years
Koronadal City—The province of South Cotabato retains its Malaria-free status after seven years, Malaria Program Coordinator Jose Baroquillo announced during the flag-raising ceremony recently. “The province of South Cotabato was declared Malaria-free last July of 2017. This year marks the seventh year of our efforts to remain free from this disease. It is a great […]
Gov. Tamayo allocates additional P20M to KPSP
Koronadal City—With the pressing problem of the implementation of the Unified Financial Assistance System for Tertiary students, the Provincial Government of South Cotabato allotted an additional P20M under the Kabugwason Paglaum Scholarship Program, specifically the Grant-in-Aid, to shoulder school fees of students who have not availed the UniFAST and ensure that no students are left […]
South Cotabato culminates ‘Rabies Awareness Month’ through dog, cat castration
Koronadal City—-The Provincial Veterinary Office spearheaded the culmination of Rabies Awareness Month with the theme “Rabies-free na pusa’t aso, kaligtasan ng pamilyang Pilipino.” PVET conducted dog and cat vaccination and castration at the Provincial Capitol of South Cotabato, Tuesday. Dr. Flora D. Bigot, Provincial Veterinarian, reminded pet owners to be responsible in handling their pets […]
Gov. Tamayo finds way to help college students earn degree even without UNIFAST
Koronadal City— As a commitment to give free education, Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. announced that he allocated additional funds for college students who wanted to earn a college degree after UNIFAST discontinued funding the program this year. Through the Kabugwason Paglaum SAcholarship Program, students could avail of the program even without taking the exam and […]
Gov. Tamayo eyes micromanaging the South Cotabato Rehabilitation and Detention Center to resolve drug issues
Koronadal City— Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. calls for command responsibility among the South Cotabato Rehabilitation and Detention Center personnel as the pressing drug issue continues. Based on the recent report, 11 inmates were found positive after the unannounced drug test recently. “May gamay na kami nga twist para ma-resolve ang problema pero kung hindi pa […]
Gov. Tamayo signs MOA with DSWD re: relief prepositioning program
Koronadal City—Governor Reynaldo Tamayo, Jr. signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Department of Social Welfare and Development Regional Director Loreto Cabaya, Jr. to form a partnership in the disaster relief operation. “DSWD established the nearest warehouse in local government units to pre-position the relief stocks to better respond to natural disasters,” the governor said. DSWD […]
44,000 dogs receive anti-rabies vaccine in South Cotabato
Koronadal City—The Anti-rabies vaccination rate among dogs in South Cotabato increased in 2022 compared to 2021, the Provincial Veterinary reported. Dr. Byron dela Cruz, Veterinary Officer IV, said at least 44,000 dogs from various towns in the province received anti-rabies vaccines last year. “Vaccine is the cheapest and easiest way to counter rabies,” he discussed […]
PSWDO releases P68M for hospitalization assistance in 2022
Koronadal City—The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office reported the released of at least P68M as hospital and medicine assistance to 11, 370 indigents people in South Cotabato last year, according to Crisis Intervention Unit Head Grace Aperocho. “Half of the total budget for Crisis Intervention was put into the Indigent Hospitalization Fund-Medical. The allocation […]
