mj_admin, Author at Mindanao Journal

THE DAVAO CITY WATER DISTRICT SANITATION SERVICE IS FINALLY HERE!

mj_adminJuly 15, 2025July 15, 202501 mins

𝐾𝑁𝑂𝑊 𝑌𝑂𝑈𝑅 𝑆𝐶𝐻𝐸𝐷𝑈𝐿𝐸 𝐹𝑂𝑅 𝐷𝐸𝑆𝐿𝑈𝐷𝐺𝐼𝑁𝐺*✅ DCWD’s service coverage area is divided into five Septage Collection Area (SCAs) each corresponding to a five-year desludging cycle. 𝗘𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗗𝗖𝗪𝗗 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝟮.𝟱 𝗰𝘂𝗯𝗶𝗰 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲. Non-DCWD customers may also avail of the sanitation service…

Globe Expands Broadband Reach To Speed Up Digital Inclusion

mj_adminJuly 15, 2025July 15, 202505 mins

Globe is reinforcing its commitment to digital inclusion by expanding access to its fiber broadband services, strategically utilizing previously built network capacity. Through targeted investments and customer insighting, Globe is enabling more Filipino households and small businesses to participate meaningfully in the country’s digital future. “Fixed broadband continues to be a growth engine for the business. We…

COA ranks VP Office highest in audit rating

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202504 mins

By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – The Office of the Vice President (OVP) under Vice President Sara Z. Duterte has once again obtained the highest audit rating from the Commission on Audit for 2024, marking its third consecutive year of receiving an unmodified opinion on its financial statements. In its latest annual audit report, the…

Solons hit suspension of Davao-Samal bridge

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202505 mins

Photo courtesy: DPWH DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Council expressed serious concerns on the possible economic impact on the region’s economy should the Supreme Court’s Writ of Kalikasan lead to a suspension of the construction of the vital Samal Island–Davao City bridge. Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang, chair of the Committee on Finance, Ways and Means,…

Peaceful Cities(Editorial by Jun Ledesma)

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202502 mins

Peaceful cities do not come as a matter of course. It is a product of uncompromising leadership, law enforcement and discipline among others. This year’s most peaceful cities in the Philippines are Dumaguete and Davao. The two cities have distinct attributes however. Dumaguete City total land area is about 34 square kilometers with a population…

OVP finance reports compliant (LETTERS FROM DAVAO by Jun Ledesma)

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202503 mins

In Photo: Newly appointed Office of the Vice President (OVP) Spokesperson Atty. Ruth B. Castelo (OVP) The declaration by the Commission on Audit that the financial statement of the Office of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte was accurate, complete, and fully compliant with existing laws, regulations, and accounting standards virtually absolved her from any wrongdoing…

Sen. Bong Go reminds DPWH to fast track Ligtas Pinoy Centers

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202508 mins

Following a visit to several fire-hit communities on Monday, July 7, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go renewed his call for the full implementation of the law mandating the construction of permanent evacuation centers in all municipalities and cities. He referred to Republic Act No. 12076, or the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act — which he principally authored…

Sorghum & Soybeans Farming Could Help End ‘Tiempo Muerte” In Negros Island! (FOOD FOR THOUGHT by Manny Pinol)

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202505 mins

On the way to Medellin, Cebu for Cebu Food Security Forum, I made a side trip to Sagay City, Negros Occidental on the invitation of Congressman Alfredo Marañon III, son of a departed friend, former Governor Freddie Marañon. While Cong. Thirdy has not shared with me the reason behind the invitation, I already have an…

Marcos Is Drowning the Philippines in Debt — One Ayuda at a Time (GUEST COLUMNIST by Harvey Malmis Niere)

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 2025012 mins

photo courtesy: eastasiaforum The Marcos administration has crossed a dangerous line — and it’s not just fiscal. According to BusinessWorld, Malacañang now claims that a 70% debt-to-GDP ratio is the new global “benchmark” for fiscal sustainability. This is not just economic mismanagement. It’s gaslighting — an attempt to normalize recklessness while shifting the burden to…

Who Are You Leading? (Mindful by Jay Ledesma)

mj_adminJuly 12, 2025July 12, 202508 mins

“Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek As leaders, it’s now common to have and lead 4 generations (Boomers, Gen X, Millenials and Gen X) in your team. Each generation having its own characteristics, contributions and expectations. While it is important to know…