The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has officially continued its financial aid initiative, the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP), into 2025. Building on the momentum of its successful 2024 rollout, the program has already provided support to nearly five million low-income Filipinos. Through this initiative, the government aims to ease … Read more
The Philippine government has introduced the Salary Tranche system to ensure a structured and systematic wage increase for government employees. This initiative aims to provide fair compensation based on qualifications, experience, and performance. This article details the 2025 salary schedule, recent salary hikes, and significant updates regarding the Salary Tranche system. What is the Salary … Read more
The Social Security System (SSS) plays a critical role in providing financial support to retirees, disabled individuals, and the families of deceased workers. As a fundamental part of the social safety net in many countries, it ensures that those who are no longer able to work have a steady income. The upcoming updates for September … Read more
Dealing with a disability can create significant financial stress, especially if it limits your ability to work. The Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines provides financial aid to support its members through the Disability Pension. This benefit offers either a monthly pension or a lump sum payment depending on the member’s contributions. For 2025, … Read more
In a significant policy shift aimed at improving the welfare of workers, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has officially approved a minimum wage increase for Metro Manila (NCR) employees, effective August 2025. This development follows extensive consultations between labor unions, employer groups, and government representatives. The decision is seen as a strategic move … Read more
The Philippines Social Security System (SSS) is at the center of one of the most important social policy debates in recent years: raising the minimum monthly pension to ₱3,000. As inflation continues to rise and the cost of living squeezes the elderly, pressure is mounting on lawmakers to take decisive action to ensure the country’s … Read more
The Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines has confirmed a historic multi-year pension increase starting in September 2025, benefiting over 3.8 million Filipino pensioners. This is the most significant pension adjustment in recent years and is aimed at addressing the rising cost of living without imposing additional contribution burdens on active members. The increase, … Read more