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The Department of Labor and Employment in Northern Mindanao (DOLE-10) reminded parents and agencies that children under 15 in monetized social media content must secure a Working Child Permit under RA 9231. DOLE-10 highlighted 4-hour daily work caps, prohibitions on late-night filming, and mandatory trust funds for earnings.
The Department of Migrant Workers in Northern Mindanao (DMW-10) clarified that reported closures of 19 illegal recruitment operations occurred nationwide, not solely within Region 10. DMW-10 also showcased over ₱1.5 million in financial assistance for returning OFWs during the KABALIKAT 2026 event in Cagayan de Oro City.
Labor groups and regional advocates are demanding clear safeguards for Mindanao as the national government moves forward with the US-led Pax Silica framework. While Mindanao is set to supply critical minerals like nickel and silica, leaders urge that value-added processing, fair jobs, and environmental protections stay within the region.
The first regular parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) concluded with mixed outcomes. While Comelec placed Cotabato City and Maluso, Basilan under direct control following pre-shaded ballot discoveries and shooting incidents, provinces like Lanao del Sur recorded peaceful and orderly voting.
Allegations of extortion by BIR examiners presented at a Senate hearing have prompted local business leaders in Northern Mindanao to call for audit transparency. Regional MSMEs are advised to strictly verify Letters of Authority (LOA) and process payments exclusively through official government channels to prevent predatory practices.
The Federation of Free Workers is calling on the national government to fulfill its legal obligation to help fund the Social Security System under RA 11199. As SSS marks its 69th anniversary with strong financial reserves, labor leaders emphasize that workers must not carry the burden alone.
Nine local associations in Malaybalay City received ₱2.7 million in livelihood grants from the DSWD under the Peace and Development-Buong Bansa Mapayapa program. Each group received ₱300,000 to support small businesses and agricultural projects designed to foster long-term peace and economic self-reliance in conflict-vulnerable communities.
The Department of Migrant Workers-10 shut down 19 illegal recruitment agencies and aided in the arrest of nine suspected recruiters in Northern Mindanao this year. DMW-10 also released over ₱1.5 million in livelihood aid to returning OFWs while expanding LGU partnerships across the region.
The Department of Migrant Workers-10 shut down 19 illegal recruitment agencies and aided in the arrest of nine suspected recruiters in Northern Mindanao this year. DMW-10 also released over ₱1.5 million in livelihood aid to returning OFWs while expanding LGU partnerships across the region.
The National Nutrition Council-10 is launching its 2026 Nutrition School-on-the-Air on September 14 to provide parents and caregivers in Northern Mindanao with free guidance on maternal and child health. The eight-episode Facebook Live series covers proper nutrition and responsive caregiving during a child’s first 1,000 days.
With smoke from forest and land fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, continuing to affect parts of Northern Mindanao, the question for residents is no longer simply where the haze came from—but what government agencies are doing to protect people from it.
Former BTA parliamentarian Atty. Maisara Dandamun-Latiph urged Bangsamoro voters to evaluate candidates’ competence, track records, and dedication to public service ahead of the inaugural September 14 BARMM parliamentary elections. Latiph cautioned against vote-buying, reminding voters that their choices will dictate regional policy for the next five years.