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Iloilo: The Iloilo provincial government has allocated PHP6.4 million for the construction of a two-classroom building dedicated to the Madrasah Education Program (MEP) at an elementary school in the municipality of Sara. On Monday, Provincial School Board Secretary Ma. Freda Sabanal-Fajardo and Provincial Administrator Raul Banias handed over the check to Sara Elementary School principal Nancy Batobalani, Department of Education (DepEd) Division Coordinator for MEP Liza Balogo, Barangay Poblacion Ilawod Punong Barangay Godfrey Sonza, and barangay treasurer Erlita Frias during the flag-raising ceremony at the provincial capitol. According to Philippines News Agency, the MEP is part of Governor Arthur Defensor

Negros Island: Three months since the explosive eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended PHP108.866 million in humanitarian assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Negros Island, the agency’s data on Monday showed. According to Philippines News Agency, the amount mainly comprises the PHP211.186 million total cost of assistance provided to the affected families, including those from the local government units (LGUs), PHP30.392 million; non-government organizations, PHP33.451 million; and other partners, PHP38.456 million. The Dec. 9, 2024, volcanic eruption displaced 6,197 families, composed of 19,977 persons, of which 2,625 families, or 8,398 persons,

Manila: Malaca±ang on Monday expressed optimism that the Philippines’ tourism revenue will continue to rise in the coming months, following an impressive performance in January. According to Philippines News Agency, in a press briefing, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro reported that the country’s tourism revenues exceeded pre-pandemic levels, starting the year with earnings of USD1.1 billion or PHP65.3 billion. Castro said that with the implementation of improved immigration processes, the government anticipates continued positive growth in the tourism sector. ‘Inaasahang patuloy ang pagtaas ng ating revenue sa mga susunod na buwan lalo na sa pagpapatupad

Manila: The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced on Monday its pursuit of government workers who have significantly impacted the lives of the people they serve, improved communities, or contributed notably to the nation. Nominations for the 2025 Search for Outstanding Government Workers can be submitted until March 31. According to Philippines News Agency, the annual search is a segment of the government’s Honor Awards Program (HAP), which aims to honor civil servants for their dedication and commitment to public service. The initiative also seeks to inspire others to maintain excellence and integrity in government work. Three national honor awards are

Matag-ob: The town of Matag-ob in Leyte is set to embark on a fruit tree planting initiative, aiming to establish itself as the premier fruit basket in Eastern Visayas. The initiative will prioritize the planting of five key fruits: jackfruit, lanzones, mangosteen, durian, and guyabano. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Bernandino Tacoy discussed the town’s plans following their recent benchmarking trip to Kidapawan City, Cotabato. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on fruits imported from Mindanao by cultivating them locally. This effort also seeks to utilize idle lands, boosting productivity and contributing to climate change mitigation. The local government