General Santos City

The University of Santo Tomas General Santos campus has been granted permission to operate eight new academic programs by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), marking a significant expansion for the first branch campus of the 400-year-old university in Mindanao. The UST General Santos campus, which opened in Academic Year 2024-2025, initially offered programs in…

The General Santos International Airport has reached a major milestone with the completion of Phase 1 of its Passenger Terminal Building expansion and rehabilitation project, the Department of Transportation announced in June 2026. The ₱434-million project represents a significant investment in the infrastructure of General Santos City, often called the Tuna Capital of the Philippines….

General Santos City celebrated its 57th Charter Anniversary on June 15, 2026, as the city reflected on nearly six decades of growth, resilience, and community spirit. The milestone was marked with a grand parade, civic programs, and a message of unity and hope for the future. The anniversary celebration carried the theme of courage and…

General Santos City is alive with color, music, and pride as the Kalilangan Festival 2026 takes center stage. Known as the city premier cultural celebration, Kalilangan is a weeks-long festival that showcases the rich heritage, diversity, and resilience of the people of GenSan. The festival, which kicked off on February 11, 2026, spans three weeks…

General Santos City has launched its 2026 Roadworks Project, an extensive infrastructure initiative aimed at improving the city roads and transportation networks that serve as vital arteries for commerce and daily life. The project, led by the local government and the Department of Public Works, covers multiple streets and highways across the city. The initiative…

The business community in General Santos City is calling on authorities to speed up the restoration of electricity and the rehabilitation of major highways across the city. According to reports from the Philippine Daily Inquirer, local business leaders have expressed urgency over the slow pace of infrastructure repairs, emphasizing that reliable power and accessible roads…

General Santos City is taking proactive steps to enhance its collaboration with the private business sector, as local government leaders and industry stakeholders work together to drive economic growth, create jobs, and build a more resilient local economy in the heart of South Cotabato. Building Bridges Between Government and Business According to the Philippine Information…

General Santos City is once again preparing for one of its most anticipated cultural events — the 35th Kalilangan Festival. The annual celebration, which commemorates the founding of the city, is set to bring together residents, visitors, and cultural enthusiasts for a vibrant showcase of GenSan heritage, unity, and community pride. What Is the Kalilangan…