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The Davao City Government has successfully rolled out its pioneering batch of the Special Employment Program for Senior Citizens, a first of its kind in the city, proving that age is not a barrier to productivity and meaningful contribution to society.

The Philippine Coast Guard–Southeastern Mindanao has confirmed that bodies have been sighted in Philippine waters following the sinking of the motor banca MBCA Amejara.

The City Government of Davao, in partnership with the Chinese Consulate General, distributed a total of 535 school bags with school supplies to learners of Columbus Elementary School in Barangay Buda, Marilog District on January 22, 2026.

DAVAO CITY — Rodrigo "Rigo" S. Duterte II formally resumed his post as Vice Mayor of Davao City on Friday, January 23, 2026, following the assumption of Sebastian Z. Duterte as City Mayor under the law of succession.

The City Agriculturist’s Office (CAgrO) is intensifying its efforts to accelerate the certification and renewal of Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (PhilGAP) for durian farms, aiming to secure Davao’s position as a leading supplier of premium durian...

Davao City's Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) said that around 36,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs) met the cut-off period for the first annual financial assistance.

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) customers will see an increase in their electricity bills received from January 11 to February 10, 2026, due to a higher generation charge.

The Davao City Treasurer’s Office (CTO) collected a total of Php 15,146,232,423.44-worth of revenue in 2025.

The Davao City Treasurer’s Office (CTO) is reminding Dabawenyos and business owners to renew their business permits on time, as the annual Business Permit One-Stop-Shop (BPOSS) remains open until January 31, 2026.

The City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), in partnership with the Autism Society of the Philippines (ASP) – Davao Chapter, urged Dabawenyos to respect and accept individuals on the autism spectrum as the 30th National Autism Consciousness We...

The City Agriculturist Office (CAgrO) continues to conduct training on sustainable nursery establishments and grafting in its bid to help farmers produce quality seedlings and increasing production while cutting on costs.

The Davao City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) is working towards the accreditation of all its residential care facilities by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in 2026.

DAVAO CITY — Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Secretary Leo Tereso Magno met with a South Korean business delegation on Friday to discuss potential investments in renewable energy, water treatment, and waste management during their two-day visit to...

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) filed criminal charges against a 26-year-old individual for violating the city’s firecracker ban ordinance, following a viral video that circulated online showing her and a minor using firecrackers on New Year’s Eve.

The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) clarified that e-trikes are still prohibited from operating on major roads.

The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) clarified that e-trikes are still prohibited from operating on major roads.