# health workers (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover health workers. Page: Feed: --- ## [ARAGONES EXPANDS PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES IN LAGUNA](https://www.ikot.ph/aragones-expands-psychiatric-services-in-laguna/) _2026-08-25 · Andrea Benitez · IKOT.PH_ Expanding access to mental health care, the Provincial Government of Laguna under Governor Sol Aragones is bringing psychiatric services closer to Lagunenses as Dr. Jose P. Rizal Memorial District Hospital prepares to begin psychiatric consultations in September. The hospital will offer consultations every Saturday and Sunday, with the specific consultation hours to be announced. Laguna \[…\] The… ## [ABANTE: LET TRUTH PREVAIL IN GUTEZA RECANTATION](https://www.ikot.ph/abante-let-truth-prevail-in-guteza-recantation/) _2026-08-25 · Mario Sineneng · IKOT.PH_ Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante Jr. reiterated that allegations linking him to supposed cash-filled luggage deliveries were baseless, saying the recantation of former security personnel Orly Guteza underscores the importance of establishing facts before serious accusations are treated as truth. The House Committee on Human Rights Chair said Guteza’s admission that portions of his… ## [GOV’T TO PROTECT 6.5M PINOYS LIFTED OUT OF POVERTY](https://www.ikot.ph/govt-to-protect-6-5m-pinoys-lifted-out-of-poverty/) _2026-08-25 · Belen Natividad · IKOT.PH_ The Marcos administration will boost protection for the 6.5 million Filipinos lifted out of poverty during the last two years, while creating more jobs, raising incomes, and lowering living costs of the middle class. “That is the marching order of the President: Support the middle class and prevent 6.5 million Filipinos from sliding back into \[…\] The post GOV’T TO PROTECT 6.5M PINOYS LIFTED OUT OF… ## [LTO, BOC PROBE PORSCHE 918 SPYDER IMPORTATION](https://www.ikot.ph/lto-boc-probe-porsche-918-spyder-importation/) _2026-08-25 · Miguel Salamanca · IKOT.PH_ The Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Bureau of Customs (BOC) are coordinating an investigation into a Porsche 918 Spyder following the LTO’s probe into the vehicle’s alleged use of an unauthorized plate and information indicating a possible misdeclaration upon importation. Under the leadership of LTO Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao, the LTO acted on a report \[…\] The post LTO, BOC PROBE… ## [DA BOOSTS WARNING SYSTEM VS VEGETABLE SPOILAGE](https://www.ikot.ph/da-boosts-warning-system-vs-vegetable-spoilage/) _2026-08-25 · Richard Sanchez · IKOT.PH_ The Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Assistance Service is sharpening its market early-warning system to get ahead of supply disruptions, connect farmers with buyers sooner, and prevent produce from spoiling or being sold at distress prices. The initiative builds on the initial success of emergency procurement during the height of the Middle East conflict, when \[…\] The post DA… ## [PANGILINAN TO GOV’T: PROTECT FARMERS FROM TYPHOONS](https://www.ikot.ph/pangilinan-to-govt-protect-farmers-from-typhoons/) _2026-08-25 · Romelo Caparas · IKOT.PH_ Senator Kiko Pangilinan urged the government to strengthen preparations and protection measures for farmers and fisherfolk before the next typhoon or habagat strikes, stressing that safeguarding agricultural workers is essential to protecting the country’s food supply. The champion of agricultural reforms called for a temporary moratorium on the collection of agricultural loans in areas severely… ## [CAYETANO URGES CHRISTIANS TO BE COUNTERCULTURE](https://www.ikot.ph/cayetano-urges-christians-to-be-counterculture/) _2026-08-25 · Yna Sipelimo · IKOT.PH_ Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano urged Christians to become a counterculture that shapes society according to the values of God’s kingdom, rather than allowing prevailing social values to shape their beliefs and actions. Speaking before around 2,000 members of the Blessed Hope Christian Community Church in Cagayan de Oro City during its 40th anniversary \[…\] The post CAYETANO URGES… ## [BONG GO FILES SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION BILL](https://www.ikot.ph/bong-go-files-school-violence-prevention-bill/) _2026-08-25 · Hazel Chua · IKOT.PH_ “No parent should have to bury their child.” These were the words uttered by Senator Bong Go, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Youth, as he addressed the chamber’s plenary, visibly affected by the latest shooting incident involving young learners. Speaking after he filed Senate Bill No. 2413, or the Safe Schools and Violence Prevention \[…\] The post BONG GO FILES SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION BILL… ## [MANILA HOUSING PROJECT TO HAVE HEMODIALYSIS CENTER](https://www.ikot.ph/manila-housing-project-to-have-hemodialysis-center/) _2026-08-24 · Andrea Benitez · IKOT.PH_ Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso led the groundbreaking of a new hemodialysis center on the ground floor of Pedro Gil Residences, an in-city vertical housing project of the Manila city government. “Today, we, the private sector and your city government, entered into an agreement to bring it closer to the community,” Domagoso said, \[…\] The post MANILA HOUSING PROJECT TO HAVE… ## [TALK, COMMENTARIES AND INTERVIEWS ABOUND IN NET25’S SHOW LINEUP](https://www.ikot.ph/talk-commentaries-and-interviews-abound-in-net25s-show-lineup/) _2026-08-24 · Gabrielle Garcia · IKOT.PH_ Filipinos can’t live without chismis and chika. We love topics ranging from politics to showbiz and entertainment. No issue is beyond discussing and dissecting, and our curiosity for updates on everything is boundless. Emerging media powerhouse NET25 caters to Pinoys’ incessant hunger for information. A regular range of programs doing interviews, dispensing commentaries and disseminating \[…\] The… ## [Recipe PDFs Ready Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xwvmWm855t4v) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Turn online or personal recipes into clean, printable PDFs in seconds. ## [Salakae Never Submitted Official Resignation Letter](https://na.co.bw/salakae-never-submitted-official-resignation-letter/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Fresh details have emerged surrounding the departure of former Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Noah Salakae. This publication is reliably informed that he never submitted an official resignation letter despite his parliamentary announcement on Tuesday. A source from the Office of the President says Boko was left furious following Salakae’s remarks in Parliament on Tuesday, \[…\] The post… ## [Court of Appeal Slaps Axed BTO CEO with Costs Order](https://na.co.bw/court-of-appeal-slaps-axed-bto-ceo-with-costs-order/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The Court of Appeal has ordered former Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) Chief Executive Officer Keitumetse Setlang to pay legal costs after finding that her attempt to halt disciplinary proceedings against her amounted to an abuse of the court process. In a ruling delivered by Justice of Appeal Goemekgabo Tebogo-Maruping, the court held that Setlang’s application \[…\] The post Court of Appeal… ## [Gov’t Panics Over Soldiers Billion Pension Dispute](https://na.co.bw/govt-panics-over-soldiers-billion-pension-dispute/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The government has moved to contain a potentially explosive Botswana Defence Force (BDF) pension dispute involving billions of Pula. Former soldiers are currently challenging the legality of their migration from the old BDF pension scheme to the Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF). Describing the matter as a “longstanding and sensitive one,” the Minister of \[…\] The post Gov’t Panics Over… ## [Govt Cleared to Proceed with Leadership Transformation Programme](https://na.co.bw/govt-cleared-to-proceed-with-leadership-transformation-programme/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The High Court has cleared the government to continue rolling out its Leadership Transformation Programme to executive-level public servants. The development follows a settlement agreement entered into before Justice William Moncho of the Lobatse High Court. Under the agreement, government is barred from implementing the Leadership Transformation Programme for public officers who are members of… ## [Standard Six, Seven Emerge as Dropout Danger Zones](https://na.co.bw/standard-six-seven-emerge-as-dropout-danger-zones/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The country’s primary education system is facing a worrying dropout problem concentrated in the upper primary grades. Official figures show that standard Six recording the highest number of male dropouts and Standard Seven registering the highest number among female pupils. The latest figures contained in the Primary Education Statistics Brief 2022 and published recently by \[…\] The post Standard… ## [Batswana Losing Confidence in Marriage](https://na.co.bw/batswana-losing-confidence-in-marriage/) _2026-08-23 · Kebaabetswe Seemo · News&All Botswana_ Botswana is experiencing significant changes in family formation patterns, with marriages falling to their lowest level in a decade while births outside marriage continue to dominate, according to the latest Vital Statistics Report 2024 released by Statistics Botswana. The report shows that only 4,517 marriages were registered in 2024, the lowest figure recorded in the \[…\] The post Batswana Losing… ## [Border Structuring Between Botswana And South Africa](https://na.co.bw/border-structuring-between-botswana-and-south-africa/) _2026-08-23 · Derrick Kaufmann and Thabiso Montsho · News&All Botswana_ This article examines the latest developments and the implications for businesses with operations, investments or financing arrangements spanning both jurisdictions. SARS is investing heavily in technology to identify tax risk more quickly and accurately. During the 2024/25 financial year, it completed approximately 1.7 million verification cases, raising ZAR95 billion, while 3,757 specialised… ## [Letshego First-Half Profit Rises 25% Amid Economic Headwinds](https://na.co.bw/letshego-first-half-profit-rises-25-amid-economic-headwinds/) _2026-08-23 · Portia Nkani · News&All Botswana_ Letshego Africa Holdings Limited reported stronger first-half 2026 profits for the six months ended 30 June 2026, despite a challenging business environment. The half year results released earlier this week have presented the Group’s profit after tax 25 percent increase to P226.9 million, from P181 million in the same period last year. This growth resulted \[…\] The post Letshego First-Half Profit… ## [Botswana’s Trade Map Exposes The Urgency of Diversification](https://na.co.bw/botswanas-trade-map-exposes-the-urgency-of-diversification/) _2026-08-23 · Portia Nkani · News&All Botswana_ Botswana’s latest external-sector data confirms the economy remains heavily reliant on diamonds, with most exports concentrated in a few markets. This underscores both the strength of Botswana’s diamond trade and the risks of a narrow export base. According to the Bank of Botswana’s June 2026 External Sector Statistics Bulletin, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was \[…\] The post Botswana’s Trade Map… ## [Financial Times Africa Summit 2026](https://na.co.bw/financial-times-africa-summit-2026/) _2026-08-23 · Business Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Against a backdrop of shifting trade alliances, technological disruption and a reordering of global economic power, African leaders, investors and policymakers will gather in London this October to debate one of the most pressing questions facing the continent: how to sustain growth in an increasingly uncertain global environment. The 13th Financial Times Africa Summit, scheduled \[…\] The post… ## [Fast, secure international transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sYXPYO4hLBbz) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Bank transfer, cash pickup, mobile wallet — low fees and real-time tracking ## [Botswana’s Boxing Ambition Steps Into the Ring With IBO Africa Title Fight](https://na.co.bw/botswanas-boxing-ambition-steps-into-the-ring-with-ibo-africa-title-fight/) _2026-08-21 · Kebaabetswe Seemo · News&All Botswana_ When the Minister unveiled an International Boxing Organization (IBO) All Africa title belt, he was not simply staging another fight night. He was making a statement about where he believes professional boxing can take the country. The launch of the IBO All Africa Championship title belt brought together government officials, promoters, boxers, sponsors and administrators \[…\] The post Botswana’s… ## [Botswana Bets Big on Basketball With Launch of Safari Classic](https://na.co.bw/botswana-bets-big-on-basketball-with-launch-of-safari-classic/) _2026-08-21 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ For decades, Botswana has searched for the next sport capable of matching the international impact of its athletics success. Now, basketball is making its pitch. The launch of the Ballin N Da Bush Safari Classic on Tuesday signalled Botswana’s most ambitious attempt yet to establish itself as a destination for elite international basketball, with organisers \[…\] The post Botswana Bets Big on… ## [Salakae Resigns: What Does It Mean?](https://na.co.bw/salakae-resigns-what-does-it-mean/) _2026-08-21 · Lucas Modimana · News&All Botswana_ Hon. Noah Salakae’s resignation reflects the standard of accountability this Administration has set for itself from the outset: that no office, however senior, is above the law, and that where allegations of wrongdoing arise, due process must be allowed to run its full and independent course. President Boko’s acceptance of the resignation is a clear \[…\] The post Salakae Resigns: What Does It Mean?… ## [News&All – Issue: Vol 1, No 10](https://na.co.bw/newsall-issue-vol-1-no-10/) _2026-08-20 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Online digital copy of News&All for 20 August 2026 The post News&All – Issue: Vol 1, No 10 first appeared on News&All Botswana . ## [QC GOV’T LAUNCHES HELPLINE FOR SOLAR PANEL USERS](https://www.ikot.ph/qc-govt-launches-helpline-for-solar-panel-users/) _2026-08-20 · Andrea Benitez · IKOT.PH_ Quezon City is making it easier for homes, condominiums, and commercial establishments to install rooftop solar panels through QC Helpline 122, giving QCitizens free expert guidance to lower electricity costs, shift to clean energy, and help build a more sustainable city. As electricity costs continue to rise, rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems offer property owners \[…\] The post QC GOV’T… ## [STRONGER CROP INSURANCE BILL GETS HOUSE OK](https://www.ikot.ph/stronger-crop-insurance-bill-gets-house-ok/) _2026-08-20 · Mario Sineneng · IKOT.PH_ The House of Representatives recently approved a measure strengthening and expanding the country’s agricultural insurance system to give Filipino farmers and fisherfolk greater protection against typhoons, floods, droughts, diseases and other threats to their livelihoods. House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, one of the authors of House Bill No. 10365, stressed the importance of the \[…\] The post… ## [BOC SEIZES P6.3M SHABU SHIPMENT IN CLARK PORT](https://www.ikot.ph/boc-seizes-p6-3m-shabu-shipment-in-clark-port/) _2026-08-20 · Miguel Salamanca · IKOT.PH_ What appeared to be ordinary water pressure equipment was found concealing approximately 925 grams of suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride, locally known as “shabu,” with an estimated value of ₱6.29 million. The Bureau of Customs (BOC)–Port of Clark, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Clark Inter-Agency Task Force Against Illegal Drugs (CRK-IATFAID), \[…\]… ## [TIU LAUREL LAUDS PHILSUTECH’S SUGAR INDUSTRY ROLE](https://www.ikot.ph/tiu-laurel-lauds-philsutechs-sugar-industry-role/) _2026-08-20 · Richard Sanchez · IKOT.PH_ Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. underscored the vital role of the Philippine Sugar Technologists Association (PhilSuTech) in helping the sugarcane industry turn science and innovation into higher productivity, better incomes, and greater resilience. Speaking at the 72nd PhilSuTech Annual National Convention in Cebu City, Tiu Laurel said the association’s expertise will be… ## [ERC PUSHES FOR WESM REFORMS](https://www.ikot.ph/erc-pushes-for-wesm-reforms/) _2026-08-20 · Jefferson Go · IKOT.PH_ The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), led by Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan, called for structural and operational reforms in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) to strengthen market flexibility and support the country’s transition toward a more resilient and inclusive energy future during the Electricity Market Exchanges (EMX) 2026 at the Solaire Resort \[…\] The post… ## [LACSON WANTS EQUITABLE NTA DISTRIBUTION TO LGUS](https://www.ikot.ph/lacson-wants-equitable-nta-distribution-to-lgus/) _2026-08-20 · Romelo Caparas · IKOT.PH_ Senator Ping Lacson is exploring ways to make the distribution of the National Tax Allotment (NTA) to local government units (LGUs) more equitable, particularly by giving smaller LGUs greater resources to spur development. Lacson, who chairs the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, said that under the current NTA formula, smaller towns and provinces receive \[…\] The post LACSON WANTS EQUITABLE NTA… ## [Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kh0JWBERP86l) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell and margin trade BTC & ETH with fiat currencies ## [BONG GO AMONG TEN OUTSTANDING LEGISLATOR-SENATORS](https://www.ikot.ph/bong-go-among-ten-outstanding-legislator-senators/) _2026-08-20 · Yna Sipelimo · IKOT.PH_ Senator Bong Go was recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Legislator-Senators in the Philippines by the Gawad Pilipino Awards during the Gawad Balangay Awards held o at the Armed Forces of the Philippines Commissioned Officers Club House in General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City. In a video message, Go emphasized that beyond any award or \[…\] The post BONG GO AMONG TEN OUTSTANDING… ## [PANGILINAN LAUDS SENATE OK OF BHW MAGNA CARTA](https://www.ikot.ph/pangilinan-lauds-senate-ok-of-bhw-magna-carta/) _2026-08-20 · Hazel Chua · IKOT.PH_ Senator Kiko Pangilinan welcomed the Senate’s approval on third reading of the proposed Magna Carta for Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), saying the measure is long overdue recognition for the country’s frontliners at the community level. Pangilinan said barangay health workers have long served as the first line of care for Filipino families, especially in underserved \[…\] The post PANGILINAN LAUDS… ## [CUA UNDERSCORES IMPORTANCE OF DIALOGUE IN VAXXING](https://www.ikot.ph/cua-underscores-importance-of-dialogue-in-vaxxing/) _2026-08-20 · Hazel Chua · IKOT.PH_ Amid an alarming increase of anti-vaccine sentiment in the country, the president of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines called on his fellow local leaders to “actively engage our communities” to combat the threat of misinformation being circulated especially online. “We need to actively engage our communities and convince them of the benefits of immunization, and \[…\] The post CUA… ## [AUMENTADO: BOOST SECURITY IN BOHOL SCHOOLS](https://www.ikot.ph/aumentado-boost-security-in-bohol-schools/) _2026-08-19 · Andrea Benitez · IKOT.PH_ Bohol continues to strengthen security measures to ensure safe learning environments across educational institutions. This was after the Provincial Government of Bohol, under the leadership of Governor Aris Aumentado, directed the Bohol Provincial Police Office (BPPO), led by Provincial Director PCol. Patricio Degay, Jr., to heighten school security following a shooting incident at a high \[…\] The… ## [Court Freezes Govt’s Per Diem & Leadership Programme Plans](https://na.co.bw/court-freezes-govts-per-diem-leadership-programme-plans/) _2026-08-18 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Six public-sector unions have scored a temporary legal victory against the government after securing a High Court order suspending the implementation of a new Local Per Diem arrangement and Leadership Transformation Programme pending meaningful consultations. The settlement agreement which was made an order of the High Court in Lobatse before Justice William Moncho places the \[…\] The post Court… ## [BQA Parts Ways With CEO](https://na.co.bw/bqa-parts-ways-with-ceo/) _2026-08-18 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) has parted ways with its Chief Executive Officer, Dr Botsalano Mosimokako. The latest development brings an abrupt end to her tenure at the institution. In a press release, BQA confirmed that Mosimokako is no longer serving as the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, effective August 17. “Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) wishes to \[…\] The post BQA… ## [Africa’s Gambling Boom Faces A New Test](https://na.co.bw/africas-gambling-boom-faces-a-new-test/) _2026-08-17 · Portia Nkani · News&All Botswana_ Africa’s rapidly expanding gambling industry is facing a significant regulatory challenge of safeguarding a legitimate, increasingly digital sector from money laundering while maintaining oversight of players and transactions. This concern was emphasised during a high-level panel discussion on anti-money laundering (AML), illicit financial flows and regulatory responsibility in Africa’s gaming… ## [BONELA backs sex work decriminalisation](https://na.co.bw/bonela-backs-sex-work-decriminalisation/) _2026-08-17 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The Botswana Network on Ethics, Law and HIV/AIDS (BONELA) has thrown its weight behind a parliamentary push to decriminalise sex work. The organisation warns that Botswana’s current legal framework is fuelling violence, discrimination and barriers to HIV prevention and treatment. BONELA says Parliament now has an opportunity to dismantle laws that it argues have driven \[…\] The post BONELA backs… ## [BoFiNet Hosts AGM, Showcasing Enhanced Accountability and Value Creation](https://na.co.bw/bofinet-hosts-agm-showcasing-enhanced-accountability-and-value-creation/) _2026-08-17 · Business Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Gaborone– Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet) convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Avani Hotel in Gaborone on Thursday, 13 August 2026 bringing together the Shareholder, represented by the Minister of Communications and Innovation (MCI), Honourable David Tshere, and the executive management in the Ministry, the Board of Directors, Executive and Management of BoFiNet, for \[…\] The post… ## [How Air Botswana board failed basic due diligence on GM’s salary decision](https://na.co.bw/how-air-botswana-board-failed-basic-due-diligence-on-gms-salary-decision/) _2026-08-16 · Kabelo Adamson · News&All Botswana_ An investigation by News&All has revealed how the Air Botswana board failed to carry out the most basic due diligence before approving a remuneration package of about P372,000 a month for its General Manager, Bao Mosinyi. At the centre of the controversy is a November 2025 remuneration report prepared by a consultancy company, People Connections. \[…\] The post How Air Botswana board failed basic… ## [Botswana’s P830 billion bet on a post-diamond economy](https://na.co.bw/botswanas-p830-billion-bet-on-a-post-diamond-economy/) _2026-08-16 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Botswana faces a stark economic choice: move aggressively to build a diversified, private-sector-led economy or risk becoming trapped in a cycle of weak growth, shrinking reserves, rising debt and declining mineral revenues. That is the central warning contained in the Botswana Economic & Investment Transformation Blueprint, Phase 1, prepared by Investment Bank of Africa (IBA), \[…\] The post… ## [Businesses count costs as ‘anti-labour law’ commences](https://na.co.bw/businesses-count-costs-as-anti-labour-law-commences/) _2026-08-16 · Kabelo Adamson · News&All Botswana_ Botswana’s business community is bracing for a new wave of employment costs, administrative obligations and operational restrictions ahead of the Employment and Labour Relations Act coming into force on September 1st this year. Through their advocacy group, Business Botswana, they have warned that the law could hit already struggling businesses hard. The organisation has described \[…\] The post… ## [Boko, Absa challenge civil service to deliver on transformation](https://na.co.bw/boko-absa-challenge-civil-service-to-deliver-on-transformation/) _2026-08-16 · Kebaabetswe Seemo · News&All Botswana_ Botswana’s public service has been advised that measuring progress by policies, committees, and systems must shift to a culture where citizens experience meaningful change. That was the blunt message from President Advocate Duma Boko and Absa Bank Botswana Managing Director, Keabetswe Pheko-Moshagane at the Public Service Leadership Conference 2026 on Tuesday this week, as both \[…\] The post Boko,…