PHLPost Opens More Kadiwa ng Pangulo Stores Nationwide

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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has opened 45 Kadiwa ng Pangulo stores nationwide, reinforcing its commitment to deliver affordable food and essential goods to Filipino families through the government’s flagship initiative.

Kadiwa ng Pangulo, a program of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., aims to ensure food security, generate jobs, and reduce poverty by offering basic commodities at lower prices. In partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA), PHLPost has provided its post office network as strategic venues for the rollout of the program.

At participating post offices, families can buy P20-per-kilo rice, with each store selling around 30 kaban or 1,500 kilograms of NFA rice every week to meet consumer demand. Alongside rice, Kadiwa ng Pangulo outlets also offer vegetables, meat, fish, and other agricultural products at prices significantly lower than commercial markets by removing middlemen and linking farmers directly to buyers.

One of the busiest outlets is located at the Manila Central Post Office in Liwasang Bonifacio, which continues to attract both producers and consumers because of the affordable prices and convenient location. 

Postmaster General and CEO Maximo Sta. Maria III emphasized that the collaboration of the PHLPost and DA highlights the government’s collective effort to make affordable food accessible to all.

Under the arrangement, PHLPost provides space and logistical support to house the Kadiwa outlets, while DA oversees product sourcing and ensures that essential commodities are delivered fresh and regularly. To better serve the public, Kadiwa stores operate every Friday, with some areas adopting specific schedules to accommodate the needs of their communities.

Several pop-up stores have already been established across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, further expanding the reach of the program and ensuring that affordable essentials are not limited to major urban centers. 

By hosting the Kadiwa ng Pangulo in its post offices, PHLPost not only brings essential services closer to the public but also strengthens its role as a partner in nation-building, providing relief to families affected by rising food costs while empowering farmers with direct access to consumers.

Ang gobyerno ang pinakamalaking sindikatong legal na "open secret"?

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Noon pa may ghost employees, ghost projects, etc.. Ang lalaki pa ng kanilang mga sweldo at pondo ng proyekto. Nakakainis pa na kasabwat pati mga nasa Ahensiya, Senado at Kongreso, pati mga LGU officials hanggang barangay at Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) where they breed the next generation of corrupt officials. Kahit itanong mo sa mga contractors at suppliers ng gobyerno, automatic na may inaabot silang "for the boys and girls" of the government. Bihira ang hindi kumikita o nakakakuha ng special perks and freebies o benefits kaya nga overpriced lahat para nga may porsyento ang mga taga gobyerno sa bawat program at proyekto.

Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson delivered a scathing indictment that resonated far beyond the Senate floor. The date was August 20, 2025, and the air was thick with tension as he spoke of a corruption so deep-seated, so brazen, it had become "like a piece of cake."

Lacson's privilege speech, aptly titled "Flooded Gates of Corruption," wasn't a mere recital of facts; it was a mournful and impassioned expose of a system where integrity had been traded for avarice. He painted a stark and grim picture of a nation choked by the very people sworn to protect it. His analogy of corruption as a piece of cake was not a flippant remark but a chilling dissection of how public funds are pilfered.

"When I say 'piece of cake,' I mean that funds for a specific project are divided, shares vary depending on greed, big parts swallowed by corrupt operators, leaving only crumbs for actual project implementation," the senator articulated. 

This vivid description shatters the illusion of complex, abstract financial crimes and lays bare the simple, grotesque reality of it all. It’s a tragedy in which the promise of progress, be it a new road, a school, or a hospital, is reduced to a few measly crumbs, while the nation's operators feast on the main course.

Lacson's words carry a weight born from years of witnessing this moral decay. He points to a corruption that is "so pervasive and systemic," suggesting that it is no longer an isolated act of a few bad apples.

Instead, it has metastasized throughout the body politic, affecting every layer of governance. It is a system where the lines between public service and personal enrichment have been blurred to the point of nonexistence. The "Flooded Gates of Corruption" are not just open; they have burst, unleashing a torrent of graft that threatens to drown the very foundations of the nation.

The senator's call to action is implicit in his lament. He is not just reporting a crime; he is issuing a plea, a demand for accountability. The crumbs left behind are a silent testament to the countless unbuilt projects and unfulfilled promises that haunt the Filipino people. Lacson's impassioned speech serves as a stark and compelling reminder that the fight against corruption is not merely a political battle; it is a moral crusade for the soul of the nation.

14 Years of F&B Excellence, MAFBEX Cebu Celebrates Industry Talents and Innovations

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Cebu City, Philippines - Eats Here! Western Visayas’ premier food and beverage trade show, MAFBEX Cebu (formerly CEFBEX) is now on its 14th edition! Happening on September 11 to 14, 2025 from 10AM to 7PM at the IEC Convention Center (IC3) Cebu, this year goes beyond the exhibit halls by celebrating culinary creativity, product innovation, and business growth opportunities.

Year after year, MAFBEX Cebu stays true to its goal of elevating the region’s F&B industry as a platform that serves entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, and aspiring talents through its different highlights and activities.

Modeled from the flagship MAFBEX in Manila, MAFBEX Cebu Culinary Cup: Home Chef Edition is designed to recognize the passion and skills of aspiring home cooks without formal education or culinary training. Participants are set to show both wit and grit in making an appetizer, main course, and dessert out of a secret ingredient to be revealed during the final round. Participants will compete for exciting prizes, including cash, culinary training, and gift packs, all while gaining the prestige of being named a MAFBEX Cebu Home Chef champion.

The excitement continues with MAFBEX Interschool Competitions featuring culinary challenges where Cebu’s brightest young talents showcase their potential in categories that emphasize technical skills, creativity, and innovation. This includes Cake Decorating Competition, Flair Cup, Market Basket Challenge, Fruit & Vegetable Carving Competition, and Pasta Live Cooking Competition. Not only the talent but Cebu’s culinary heritage is also in the spotlight in these artistic showdowns participated by the Benedicto College, Cebu Roosevelt Memorial Colleges, Cebu Institute of Technology University, Cebu Technological University, University of Cebu - Main, University of the Visayas, and University of San Jose - Recoletos.

Beyond competitions, MAFBEX Cebu 2025 brings together top suppliers, distributors, and F&B industry players as a premier business to business platform. Attendees can explore a wide range of food products, kitchen equipment, franchise opportunities, packaging solutions, and hospitality innovations making the expo a perfect avenue for fostering partnerships and exploring market trends.

MAFBEX Cebu will also showcase organic produce and products that mirror the proud local resources and talents of the whole region. In collaboration with the government agencies i.e. Department of Agriculture (DA) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Central Visayas, along with exhibitors from partner associations such as the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Cebu Farmers Market, Hotel, Resort, and Restaurant of Cebu Association Inc (HRRCAI), and the Association of Local Food Producers and Artisans in the Philippines (ALAFOP), it highlights locally sourced, sustainable, and farm-to-market goods promoting healthier consumer choices while supporting local producers and advancing sustainable food systems.

With its dynamic mix of trade exhibits, local growth initiatives, and culinary excellence showcase, MAFBEX Cebu 2025 positions itself as the Visayas’ most influential F&B trade platform where culinary culture meets business growth.

Admission is FREE! Visitors and trade buyers can register in advance at www.mafbex.com or scan the event QR code posted on all official channels.

Be part of Central Visayas’ premier F&B event! For inquiries, contact our Project Head for MAFBEX Cebu, Ms. Roselle Fernandez thru email at wsi7@worldbexevents.com or 8-656-9239 loc. 130.

About the organizer:

MAFBEX Cebu 2025 is organized by the leading events and expositions management company in the country —Worldbex Services International.