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MSU-Maguindanao Partners with MREC for Renewable Energy Research in BARMM

Davao City, Philippines – In a step toward advancing sustainable energy in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Mindanao State University-Maguindanao (MSU-Maguindanao) collaborated with the Mindanao Renewable Energy R&D Center (MREC) for a writeshop aimed at developing renewable energy research proposals. The event, held on January 14-15, 2025,…

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Couple Killed in Shooting Incident in Maguindanao del Sur

DATU PAGLAS, Maguindanao del Sur — A tragic shooting incident claimed the lives of a couple on Saturday morning, January 18, in Barangay Damalusay. The victims were identified as Deru Dimaguil, a member of the Council of Elders in the town of Pandag, and his wife, Suraida Barhama. Courtesy of…

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Naawan Triumphs at 12th Kuyamis Festival Dance Competition

The town of Naawan emerged as the grand champion of the 12th Kuyamis Festival Dance Competition held on January 16, 2025, at the El Salvador City Sports Complex. This victory marked a significant achievement as Naawan triumphed over five other talented contingents from across Misamis Oriental. At the heart of…

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Davao City PESO Records Over 33,000 Job Placements in 2024

The Davao City Public Employment Services Office (PESO) successfully facilitated the employment of 33,128 job seekers in 2024, according to its year-end report. Among these, 32,553 individuals found opportunities in private companies, while 575 secured employment overseas. PESO Manager Lilibeth Pantinople, in an interview with Madayaw Davao on Tuesday, attributed…

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COMELEC Clarifies BARMM Ballots Excluded from Disposal Order

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has confirmed that the 2.3 million official ballots prepared for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) elections will not be included in the disposal of 6 million printed ballots. According to the COMELEC, these ballots are not covered by the Supreme Court’s directive…

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Strengthening Ties: New Zealand and Mindanao Forge Path for Sustainable Growth

The Aotearoa New Zealand Embassy, under the leadership of Ambassador Dr. Catherine McIntosh, recently held a high-level meeting with Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chairperson Secretary Leo Tereso Magno at the MinDA Office in Davao City. This significant engagement underscored New Zealand’s unwavering commitment to fostering development in Mindanao, focusing on…

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Mindanao Takes Bold Step Toward Renewable Energy and Sustainable Waste Management

In a groundbreaking initiative, the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and the Davao City government are collaborating with a South Korean delegation led by EcosKorea/EcoPower Co. Ltd. to convert landfill gases from decommissioned dump sites into renewable energy. This project underscores Mindanao’s commitment to achieving a 50/50 energy mix by 2030,…

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MinDA, EU, and UNRC Forge Strategic Partnership for Peace and Development in Mindanao

DAVAO CITY – The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), under the leadership of Chairperson Leo Tereso A. Magno, has strengthened its commitment to advancing peace and development in Mindanao through a strategic alliance with the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Resident Coordinator (UNRC). A high-level meeting held on January…

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DSWD Caraga’s Supplementary Feeding Program Completes Successful 14th Cycle, Sets Sights on Enhanced 2025 Initiatives

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga has successfully concluded the 14th cycle of its Supplementary Feeding Program (SFP) in 2024, surpassing its goals for hot meal distribution and fully achieving its targets for fresh milk supplementation. This accomplishment underscores the program’s commitment to improving the…

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MENRE Conducts Review of Draft Forest Land Use Plan in BARMM

Cotabato City, January 15 – The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Energy (MENRE) convened the Regional Executive Committee (REC) to review the draft Bangsamoro Forest Land Use Plan (BFLUP) for three municipalities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The event, held at MENRE’s Executive Building in…

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