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Zamboanga Peninsula, officially designated as Region IX, is a region in Mindanao, Philippines. It is composed of the provinces of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay, along with Zamboanga City and Isabela City. The region is known for its diverse culture, rich history, and economic activities centered on agriculture, fishing, trade, and industry.
Small business owners in Pagadian City received a welcome economic boost from the Department of Labor and Employment. The department turned over ₱820,000 worth of financial assistance to a local sole proprietorship. This funding went to ARAS, a business in Lower Lomboy, Tuburan, Pagadian City that has since grown into Advances Appliances Services, Inc. Released…
Knowledge is power, and for the youth of Pagadian City, symposiums are one of the most effective ways to build it. In March 2026, the 53rd Infantry Battalion held two back-to-back Youth Symposiums that focused on information, awareness, and civic pride. The events brought together hundreds of students from different schools across the city, all…
ZAMBOANGA CITY — SM Prime Holdings opened SM City Zamboanga on Friday, March 22, marking a major milestone as the company’s 90th mall nationwide and its eighth in Mindanao. The four-level mall along Mayor Vitaliano Agan Avenue in Barangay Camino Nuevo adds 42,000 square meters of gross leasable space to the city’s retail landscape. The…
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Zamboanga City Athletic Association once again proved its dominance in regional sports, bagging 148 gold medals, 96 silver, and 92 bronze at the Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet that concluded on Saturday in Isabela City, Basilan. This marks the third consecutive year that Zamboanga City has ranked first overall…
All school buildings in Zamboanga City remain safe for occupancy after the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that hit parts of Mindanao on Monday, June 8, 2026. Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso made the assurance on Thursday, June 11, based on the results of monitoring and structural assessments conducted by the City Engineer’s Office in coordination with…
SM City Mindpro and SM City Zamboanga joined hands to support local public education during the annual school maintenance event. Volunteers from both shopping centers traveled to Barangay Bolong to assist the faculty at Mangga Elementary School. This collaborative effort helped prepare the campus classrooms and facilities for the upcoming academic year. Security staff and…
Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Olaso welcomed a delegation of Chinese officials and prospective investors during a courtesy call at City Hall. This meeting signals a promising wave of economic activity and industrial growth for the region. The exploratory mission aims to evaluate potential business opportunities in the local manufacturing sector. Exploratory Manufacturing Investments in Zamboanga…
Thousands of job seekers in Zamboanga City have reason to celebrate this Independence Day, as local and overseas positions open up. The event features a massive job fair offering 3,487 vacancies to help boost employment in the region. This initiative aims to connect active job seekers with reputable employers from various industries. The regional director…
SM City Mindpro and SM City Zamboanga successfully led a large-scale coastal cleanup drive on June 7 along R.T. Lim Boulevard. The event celebrated World Oceans Day by bringing together communities, government agencies, and environmental advocates. Participants worked together to protect the city’s marine ecosystem and promote sustainable practices. Environmental Collaboration in Zamboanga City The…
