CITY FETES PARTNERS FOR ZPRAA 2026 HOSTING SUCCESS IN ‘GABI NG PASASALAMAT’

In recognition of the collective efforts behind the successful staging of the Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet 2026, a special tribute program dubbed “Gabi ng Pasasalamat” was held on April 17, at the Isabela City Civic and Cultural Center. The event served as a night of appreciation dedicated to honoring the individuals, partner […]

DSWD IX ASSESSES ISABELA CITY’S SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICE CAPACITY

The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office IX paid a courtesy call on City Administrator Pedrito Eisma, representing Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman, on April 14 for the conduct of a Service Delivery Capacity Assessment in Isabela City. An exit conference was also held following the assessment. The activity aimed to evaluate and strengthen […]

BASILAN-WIDE CREATIVE INDUSTRY PUSH; MTIT, ISABELA CITY ALIGN IN EXPLORATORY TALKS

In a significant move to bridge heritage and economic opportunity, officials from the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism (MTIT) paid a courtesy visit to the Isabela City Government on Monday, April 13—centering discussions on advancing the creative sector across the entire Province of Basilan. Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman received the delegation led by MTIT […]

LOOK | A SIMPLE GESTURE OF GRATITUDE FROM THE VISITORS

A simple gesture of gratitude left a lasting impression at one of the ZPRAA 2026 billeting sites in Isabela City. A teacher from Westside Elementary School, whose classroom was used to house Para Games technical officials during the meet, returned after the event to clean and restore the space, only to find a handwritten thank-you […]

REGIONAL EXPERTS VISIT MAYOR DADAH, VALIDATE ISABELA CITY’S MARINE BEAUTY

In a continuing commitment to environmental transparency and sustainable governance, representatives from the CENRO Zamboanga Regional Office’s Coastal Resources Management Unit paid a courtesy visit to Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman on April 3. ​The visit served as a vital briefing for the local chief executive, setting the stage for the rigorous Validation Monitoring that took […]

ZAMBOANGA CITY CLINCHES OVERALL CHAMPIONSHIP IN ZPRAA 2026

The 22nd Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet formally concluded through a meaningful and celebratory closing program held in Isabela City, April 11, showcasing sportsmanship, unity, and regional pride among all participating delegations. One of the highlights of the program was the keynote address delivered by Gretchen Ho, who inspired the audience with a […]

HANGGANG SA MULI, ZPRAA

Nakasakay na sa barko patungong Zamboanga ang mga bisitang kalahok ng ika-22 Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet, ika-12 ng Abril. Kasama sa naghatid sa kanila ang ilang kawani ng Pamahalaang Lokal, mga guro at punongguro sa pangunguna ni Hatta Amil, pinuno ng Komite ng Transportasyon ng 2026 ZPRAA Meet Local Organizing Committee. Maraming […]

ZANDIDAA SWEEPS PAGADIAN CITY, CROWNED ZPRAA 2026 SECONDARY GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

With a display of teamwork and sharp serves, the Zamboanga del Norte-Dipolog-Dapitan Athletic Association (ZANDIDAA) defeated Pagadian City in three straight sets to take home the gold in the ZPRAA Meet 2026 Secondary Girls Volleyball Championship. ​The title match was held at the Basilan State College (BaSC) Gymnasium on April 10. The crowd watched a […]

ZANDIDAA DOMINATES ARCHERY, SECURES WINS IN SECONDARY BOYS AND GIRLS DIVISIONS

The ZANDIDAA delegation (Zamboanga del Norte, Dipolog City, and Dapitan City) delivered a strong performance in archery, winning both the Secondary Boys and Secondary Girls divisions during the 22nd Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet on April 10 at Lantung Ecological Park. The ZANDIDAA athletes showed skill, focus, and consistency throughout the competition, securing […]

ZAMBOANGA CITY WINS OVER ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR, BAGS ELEMENTARY BOYS BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Zamboanga City emerged victorious over Zamboanga del Sur in the championship game of the Elementary Baseball category during the 22nd Zamboanga Peninsula Regional Athletic Association (ZPRAA) Meet 2026, held on April 10 at Lantung Ecological Park, Barangay Baluno. In a tightly contested matchup, both teams displayed strong defense and solid batting, keeping the game competitive […]