BARMM’s turnover of drying pavements to improve post-harvest processes for Bangsamoro farmers

Photo from MAFAR   COTABATO CITY—Post-harvest processes of several cooperatives and farmers from various provinces in BARMM can now be enhanced after receiving their multi-purpose drying pavements from the Bangsamoro Government. On May 18, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) organized a turnover ceremony for the agricultural project in the Municipality of Mangudadatu…

Preserving Bangsamoro culture, heritage takes prominence in Heritage Month celebration

Photo by Faisal Camsa/BIO   COTABATO CITY—Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (BCPCH) takes a prominent role in the national heritage month celebration, underscoring the profound importance of safeguarding and promoting the rich cultural traditions of the Bangsamoro region. From May 29 to June 1, this event serves as a platform to unite…

Cotabato City School Division emerges overall champion in BARMMAA 2023

Triumphant Champions: Members of the Cotabato City School Division Office proudly hold their trophy high, celebrating their remarkable victory as the overall champion of the Palarong Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Athletic Association (BARMMAA) 2023 on May 29, 2023 at the Cotabato State University, Cotabato City. (Photo by Comenie Ali/BIO)   COTABATO CITY—Cotabato City…

BARMM Gov’t, Poland Embassy set sights on agricultural investment for mutual growth

Photo from MAFAR   COTABATO CITY—In an effort to foster agricultural development, the Embassy of Poland, led by His Excellency Charge D’ Affaires a.i. Mr. Jarosław Szczepankiewicz, met with the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) Mohammad Yacob on May 19. The purpose of this visit was to explore potential avenues for collaboration…

BARMM secures P5B fund from DBM for rehabilitating conflict-ridden areas, including Marawi

COTABATO CITY—The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced on May 24, that the Bangsamoro autonomous region will receive a Php5 billion fund to rehabilitate its conflict-ridden communities, including those in Marawi City. DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman confirmed the approval of the fund, citing Section 2, Article 15 of Republic Act (RA) 11054 or the…