First Lady launches 'Lab for All' in Iloilo
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos launched the 'Lab for All' medical outreach program in New Lucena town, Iloilo province on Tuesday, April 29.
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Jose Francisco Benitez
Jose Francisco Benitez is the Secretary of TESDA, focusing on enhancing workforce skills through initiatives like enterprise-based education and training (EBET) to boost employment rates. He has been instrumental in launching various programs such as the sugarcane production training and TVET Innovation Centers, which aim to meet industry demands and strengthen local economies. Benitez continues to collaborate with other government agencies to integrate practical business experience into basic education and ensure that Filipino workers are equipped with relevant skills for the job market.
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Last updated at July 30, 2025.
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DOLE, TESDA formalize EBET guidelines to boost worker skills
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have formalized guidelines for implementing the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act, which aims to enhance Filipino workers' employability through industry-driven skills development.
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ADB launches SUN PH 2 to train Filipino workers in key sectors
The Philippines launched SkillsUpNet Philippines Phase 2 (SUN PH 2), an initiative aimed at advancing the skills of Filipino workers across key strategic sectors.
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PEZA, Tesda sign MoU on workforce skills alignment
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DOJ, TESDA sign MOA for skills training of probationers, parolees
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) signed a memorandum of agreement last Nov. 15 to provide skills training programs for probationers, parolees, and pardonees.
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Negros Occidental’s provincial FB page hacked, officials implement new security protocols
The official Facebook page of Negros Occidental's provincial government was hacked on Tuesday, displaying inappropriate photos of half-naked women.
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Romualdez designates Paduano as Negros Occidental's District 3 caretaker
On Wednesday, September 4, House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez designated Abang Lingkod Representative Joseph Stephen Paduano as the caretaker of the 3rd Congressional District of Negros Occidental.
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House elects new committee chairs Robes, Chua
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NegOcc lawmaker files bill to prevent ship oil spills
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Solon urges Marcos admin to prioritize blue economy
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