Philippine News Agency
Zambo City to start social amelioration payout next week
At least 721,841 families in Region 9 will receive financial aid from the government's Social Amelioration Program (SAP).
The SAP provides a monthly emergency subsidy ranging from PHP5,000 to PHP8,000 for two months, as mandated by the Bayanihan to Heal as One Act.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is coordinating with local government units (LGUs) for efficient distribution.
Zamboanga City has identified 116,518 SAP beneficiaries, with the DSWD-9 having released PHP582.59 million for the first tranche.
The city government is preparing for payout next week, starting with orientations in pilot barangays and house-to-house distribution of SAP cards after beneficiary validation.
Mayor Salazar expressed gratitude for donated goods and medicines from private organizations, companies, and government workers.
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