Davao Councilor: Green GSM Must Consult LGU on 500 EV Taxis
Councilor Temujin Ocampo advises Green GSM Philippines to consult local transport boards before deploying 500 electric taxis in Davao City. Non-compliance led to depot closure. Read more.
Councilor Temujin Ocampo advises Green GSM Philippines to consult local transport boards before deploying 500 electric taxis in Davao City. Non-compliance led to depot closure. Read more.
Transport groups in Metro Cebu formally oppose GSM Philippines' bid to deploy 600 electric taxis, citing traffic congestion, fleet oversupply, and foreign ownership concerns. Read the full story.
The National Electrification Administration provided PHP2.8 billion in loans to 45 electric cooperatives in 2025, including funds for Super Typhoon Odette infrastructure repairs. Read the full report.
Davao City Councilor Temujin Ocampo files an ordinance offering tax breaks for EV makers, dealers, and battery recyclers. Learn how this move aims to accelerate the city's green transition.
Power consumers in the Philippines will see lower transmission charges on their January 2026 electric bills. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced a rate decrease to 60 centavos per kWh. Learn how this impacts your bill.
Davao City's official feedback channel resolved over 5,000 citizen concerns in 2025. Learn how the Davao City Reports platform strengthens community governance and how you can participate.
The National Museum of the Philippines-Davao welcomes back the public after a 3-month closure due to earthquake damage. Free admission, new programs, and safe, restored exhibits await visitors.
Start 2026 actively at SM Lanang Davao! Enjoy bowling, archery & more at SM Bowling Center, join the Davao Women's Run, and support classrooms with Hope in a Movie. Discover events now!
The National Museum of the Philippines–Davao reopens on January 11, 2026, after a 3-month closure for earthquake repairs. Free admission continues. Visit and rediscover Mindanao's heritage.
Davao City Councilor Danilo Dayanghirang is open to reviewing the city's long-standing firecracker ban. The proposal suggests regulated displays at the Coastal Road. Read about public sentiment and police data.
Davao City Councilor Diosdado Mahipus Jr. urges LTO to suspend licenses of negligent drivers following a fatal accident on Coastal Road. Road crashes in the city surged by 31.3% in 2025.
Davao City begins processing business permit and tourism certificate renewals for 2026. Deadline is January 31. Learn locations and requirements here.
Davao City's free No-Scalpel Vasectomy service saw a major increase to 279 acceptors in 2025. The safe, permanent family planning method is offered twice monthly. Learn how to avail.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Renew at multiple sites or online. Avoid penalties, renew now!
PRO-Davao reports a significant 29.61% decrease in eight focus crimes for 2025. Rape and robbery cases saw the sharpest declines. Police aim to sustain or improve this trend in the new year.
Davao City's CDRRMO is hiring 55 new emergency personnel for EMS, Fire, and USAR to enhance 24/7 services. Learn about the qualifications and how to apply.
In Manila, Cebu, and Davao, commuters face long journeys, mixing jeepneys, tricycles, and taxis. Discover how electric vehicles and public sentiment are shaping the future of daily travel. Read more.
Eight years after the tragic NCCC Mall fire in Davao City, the local government continues its annual support for the families of the 38 victims, providing aid and remembrance. Read about their unwavering commitment.
Davao City's one-stop shop for 2026 business permit renewal runs Jan 5-31. Learn extended hours, online processing at appbts.davaocity.gov.ph, and contact details. Renew now to avoid penalties!
Cebu taxi operators are ready to buy electric vehicles, asking for a year's grace period before GSM's 600 EV taxi rollout. A local bank offers P30M loans for the transition. Learn more.
Metro Cebu's taxi modernization sparks a conflict between local operators and a Vietnamese EV firm. Will the city's green future leave its long-standing drivers behind? Read the full story.
PRO-Davao reports one stray bullet incident and four firecracker-related injuries across the region this holiday season. Police are investigating the shooting in Hagonoy.
Davao City Council passes amendments to its 31-year-old Investment Code, expanding tax breaks for MSMEs and defining Priority Investment Areas to attract modern businesses. Learn about the new incentives.
Davao's City Council passes a resolution demanding a full study on EV taxi operations, citing lack of local consultation. Learn about the traffic, economic, and regulatory concerns raised.
Cebu's Provincial Government will hold a crucial consultation on electric vehicle implementation on Jan 5, 2026. Join the live-stream to shape the province's sustainable transport future.
Davao City Police will pursue criminal charges against adults responsible for a minor caught with firecrackers. The city's strict ban remains in full effect. Read the full story.
Davao City celebrates another incident-free New Year with zero firecracker-related injuries or stray bullet cases. Authorities credit strict ordinance enforcement and community cooperation. Read how the city maintains its safety record.
Davao Tourism Association urges private sector to boost local and international travel. Discover the success of the Davao Tourist Passport with 1.8M views and new member inductees.
Explore how Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao residents navigate daily travel gaps. With 70% using multiple transport modes, discover the shift towards comfort and reliability.
Davao City Police clarify a reported firecracker injury involving a child was false. The burn resulted from playing with alcohol. Authorities urge responsible social media sharing.