The Caraga Observer (2025)

18/06/2025

Caraga State University Ranks 3rd in the Philippines in 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

Caraga State University (CSU) in Butuan City has earned recognition after placing 3rd among Philippine universities in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.

The rankings measure universities' contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on efforts in environmental sustainability, social inclusion, economic growth, and global partnerships.

CSU is ranked 601–800 globally, making it the top university in Mindanao and the only institution from the Caraga region included in the list. This marks a major achievement for the university, especially since it was not ranked in the previous edition.

Tied with CSU in the national ranking are Ifugao State University, Leyte Normal University, Mariano Marcos State University, Saint Louis University, and the University of Santo Tomas.

Ateneo de Manila University leads the Philippine rankings, placing in the 101–200 bracket globally.

18/06/2025

BREAKING: Agusan del Sur confirms first Mpox case; patient has travel history to Davao City

The Provincial Health Office (PHO) of Agusan del Sur has confirmed the province’s first case of Mpox (monkeypox), according to an official advisory released on its page.

The advisory, signed by Provincial Health Officer II Jacqueline Frances F. Momville, stated that the patient had a history of travel to Davao City prior to the onset of symptoms.

“He had developed a pimple-like rash on the face and consulted a healthcare provider. He was immediately isolated in one of the hospitals in the province for close monitoring and symptomatic treatment,” Momville said.

The case was confirmed through laboratory testing conducted by the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM).

Authorities have identified the patient’s close contacts, who are now under quarantine and observation. As of the advisory’s release, none of the close contacts have shown symptoms related to Mpox.

The PHO, in coordination with local government units and the Department of Health Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) Caraga, is actively monitoring the situation and taking steps to prevent further transmission.

The public is urged to remain vigilant and practice preventive measures, including avoiding close skin-to-skin contact with individuals showing symptoms of Mpox, observing proper respiratory etiquette, frequent handwashing with soap or alcohol-based sanitizer, and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces and shared items.

Health officials assure residents that necessary protocols are in place to safeguard the community’s health.

26/02/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: 𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐚, 𝐓𝐚𝐧̃𝐚𝐝𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲

The Diocese of Butuan Educational System Inc. hosted a forum on Social Media and Democracy, featuring Atty. Leila de Lima and Erin Tañada.

The event took place on February 26 in the afternoon at the College Building East Hall of Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU) and was attended by selected students and professors.

Atty. Leila de Lima, the first nominee of Mamamayang Liberal (ML) Partylist, discussed “Social Media as a Tool for Advocacy and Human Rights Awareness.” Meanwhile, Erin Tañada, the third nominee of ML Partylist, explored “The Ethics of Online Political Campaigning.”

The event provided an opportunity for students and educators to engage with the speakers on the role of social media in democracy and political discourse. An open forum was held after the talk, where students and professors asked De Lima questions.

29/06/2024

𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓𝐐+ 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

Butuan City, June 2024 – The LGBTQ+ community and its allies gathered in Butuan City on Friday for the Caraga Pride March 2024, celebrating Pride Month. The event was organized by Ladlad Caraga, Inc.

Participants marched through the city with banners and flags. Regional government agencies such as the Philippine Statistics Authority, Department of Tourism, and Department of Social Welfare and Development participated in the event.

Prior to the march, a regional conference on LGBTQ+ human rights and health issues was held at Caraga State University in Ampayon. Speakers at the conference discussed various health and human rights topics.

Photos: Ivy Marie Mangadlao/Erwin Mascarinas for The Caraga Observer

27/06/2024

𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐀 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒, 𝐔𝐆𝐌𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐘𝐔𝐃!

The CARAGA PRIDE MARCH is scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, at 4 PM in Butuan City.

Ladlad Caraga Inc., the main organizer of the event, has confirmed that the parade will proceed regardless of weather conditions.

There is no dress code for the event, and everyone is encouraged to join the LGBT Community of the Caraga Region in the march to end discrimination, violence, and hate crimes against LGBT individuals.

The organizers also urge participants to advocate for the passage of the SOGIESC Bill.

Prior to the march, a regional conference on LGBT Human Rights and Health Issues will be held at Caraga State University at 1 PM.

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330pm Assembly at MOFFS
400pm Pride March Parade begins at Mc Donald's Gaisano
Passing SM City
Left-turn to Chowking Centro
Passing SJIT Montilla Blvd.
Right- turn to T.Calo St.
Left-turn to BCWD
Left-turn to SM City

530pm Closing Program at Woodstock Resto Bar

800pm LGBT Party Night at Moffs

12/06/2024

𝐈𝐓'𝐒 𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐘𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

The 32nd Naliyagan Festival and the 57th founding anniversary of Agusan del Sur officially commenced on the morning of June 12, at the government center in Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur.

The grand opening ceremony featured a tribal parade, where four indigenous tribes—Manobo, Banwaon, Talaandig, and Higaonon—along with government employees, participated.

Naliyagan Festival is a province-wide, week-long celebration that showcases the socio-cultural and artistic heritage of the indigenous tribes of the province.

The festival will continue until June 17.

Photo: Erwin Mascarinas, Ivy Marie Mangadlao

11/05/2024

𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝟏𝟎 𝐏𝐌𝐀 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒

This year's Bagong Sinag Class of the Philippine Military Academy boasts not just one, but two top achievers from Caraga.

Leading the batch is Cadet First Class Jeneth Elumba from Surigao City, graduating Magna Cum Laude and as the valedictorian.

Also among the top 10 is Cadet First Class Kim Harold Gilo from Butuan City, securing the 3rd spot.

10/05/2024

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐂 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐒 𝐁𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘

Butuan City Division has successfully defended its title as the overall champion. Agusan del Sur takes 2nd place, with Agusan del Norte following in 3rd.

These victorious athletes will proudly represent our region in the upcoming Palarong Pambansa in July, hosted in Cebu.

Congratulations, Caraganon athletes! 🎉🏆

Photo Courtesy: Erwin Mascariñas

10/05/2024

𝐅𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐓 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐌𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒'𝐒 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍

A female cadet hailing from Surigao City in Surigao del Norte province has emerged as the valedictorian of the Philippine Military Academy's (PMA) Batch 2024.

Cadet First Class Jeneth Elumba claimed the top spot among the 278 graduating cadets of the PMA Bagong Sinag Class of 2024.

Elumba, a 24-year-old from Surigao City, comes from a family where her father works as a farmer, and her mother serves as a barangay official.

In a press conference, Elumba attributed her decision to join the academy to her father's inspiration.

In addition to her Magna Cum Laude distinction, Elumba is slated to receive prestigious awards including the Presidential Saber, Philippine Army Saber, Jusmag Saber, Australian Defense Best Overall Performance Award (Army), Tactics Group Award, and Army Professional Plaque.

The presentation of the top-performing cadets of the Bagong Sinag Class is part of the graduation activities leading up to the commencement exercise scheduled for May 18.

10/05/2024

𝐁𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐑𝐔𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐂 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

The Butuan City Division has once again asserted its dominance in the Caraga Regional Athletics Games (CRAG) 2024 by successfully defending its title as the overall champion.

With an impressive tally of 90 gold, 67 silver, and 64 bronze medals, they reaffirmed their position at the top of the leaderboard.

Agusan del Sur closely trailed behind with 85 gold, 69 silver, and 73 bronze medals, while Agusan del Norte secured the third spot with 59 gold, 68 silver, and 57 bronze medals.

09/05/2024

𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬, 𝐀𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬

As the Caraga Regional Athletic Games approach the finale, the battle between the Division of Butuan City and Agusan del Sur intensifies.

As of Thursday, May 9, at 8:58 PM, Butuan maintains its lead with 81 gold medals, but Agusan del Sur is swiftly catching up, now with 79 golds. Agusan del Norte holds third place with 57 golds.

It's important to note that this tally only includes medals from the regular games for both elementary and secondary levels.
Medal tallies from Special/Para Games (for athletes with bodily differences and disabilities) and Demo Sports are not included.

The data is sourced from DepEd Caraga as of 8:58 PM on Thursday, May 9. These numbers will change as the CRAG progresses until May 11.

𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧.
For the most current tally, please check the official DepEd Caraga website here: https://sports.depedcaraga.site/public/

08/05/2024

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐑 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒, 𝐀𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝟖, 𝐖𝐄𝐃𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟏𝟎:𝟑𝟎 𝐏𝐌

The Butuan City division maintains its lead with 63 gold medals in the Caraga Regional Athletic Games 2024 for the Regular Games.

Agusan del Sur and Surigao del Sur are closely matched, each with 33 gold medals. However, Agusan del Sur has 37 silver medals, while Surigao del Sur has 21.

It's important to note that this tally only includes medals from the regular games for both elementary and secondary levels.

Medal tallies from Special/Para Games (for athletes with bodily differences and disabilities) and Demo Sports are not included.

The data is sourced from DepEd Caraga as of 10:30 PM on Wednesday, May 8. These numbers will change as the CRAG progresses until May 11.

𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧.

For the most current tally, please check the official DepEd Caraga website here: https://sports.depedcaraga.site/public/

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