Davao city news

Here are some recent news updates from Davao City:

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  1. Davao City logs 14 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths (March 10, 2023) - The City Health Office reported 14 new COVID-19 cases and 2 deaths in Davao City, bringing the total number of cases to 143,439 and the death toll to 2,444.
  2. Davao City to implement stricter curfew for minors (March 8, 2023) - The Davao City Council approved an ordinance imposing a stricter curfew for minors, from 10 PM to 5 AM, to prevent juvenile delinquency and ensure their safety.
  3. Davao City's economy grows 7.3% in 2022 (March 6, 2023) - The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that Davao City's economy grew by 7.3% in 2022, driven by the growth of the services sector and the expansion of the city's manufacturing industry.

Business and Economy

  1. Davao City's IT-BPO industry grows 15% in 2022 (March 9, 2023) - The Information Technology and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) reported that Davao City's IT-BPO industry grew by 15% in 2022, with the city now hosting over 100 IT-BPO companies.
  2. New mall to rise in Davao City's downtown area (March 7, 2023) - A new mall is set to rise in Davao City's downtown area, with the developer promising to create a modern and sustainable shopping destination.
  3. Davao City's agriculture sector grows 10% in 2022 (March 5, 2023) - The Department of Agriculture (DA) reported that Davao City's agriculture sector grew by 10% in 2022, driven by the increase in production of rice, corn, and vegetables.

Infrastructure and Transportation

  1. Davao City's airport expansion project nears completion (March 10, 2023) - The Francisco Bangoy International Airport's expansion project is nearing completion, with the new terminal building expected to be operational by the end of the year.
  2. New bus terminal to rise in Davao City (March 8, 2023) - A new bus terminal is set to rise in Davao City, with the developer promising to provide a modern and convenient transportation hub for commuters.
  3. Davao City's traffic congestion eases with new traffic management system (March 6, 2023) - The Davao City Transportation Office reported that the city's traffic congestion has eased with the implementation of a new traffic management system, which includes the use of smart traffic lights and traffic cameras.

Education and Health

  1. Davao City's education sector receives P1.4 billion funding (March 9, 2023) - The Department of Education (DepEd) reported that Davao City's education sector has received P1.4 billion in funding for the implementation of various education programs and projects.
  2. New hospital to rise in Davao City's downtown area (March 7, 2023) - A new hospital is set to rise in Davao City's downtown area, with the developer promising to provide a modern and comprehensive healthcare facility for the city's residents.
  3. Davao City's health sector receives P500 million funding (March 5, 2023) - The Department of Health (DOH) reported that Davao City's health sector has received P500 million in funding for the implementation of various health programs and projects.

These are just some of the recent news updates from Davao City. If you're looking for more information, you can check out local news websites and publications, such as the Philippine Daily Inquirer, SunStar Davao, and Mindanao Times.