DSWD-7 explains AKAP program amid allegations of irregularities
[Cebu Daily Mail] - 01/8/2025
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Central Visayas (DSWD-7) addressed concerns about the controversial Ayuda Para sa Kapos Ang Kita Program (AKAP), following allegations of irregularities raised by barangay officials in Daanbantayan town. The agency’s (…)
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 8/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Inquirer.net] - 7/01/2025
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[Cebu Daily Mail] - 7/01/2025