Angara cites private sector support as Metro schools get 133 ICT units

Inquirer.net - Nov 13, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) emphasized the vital role of public-private partnerships in driving nationwide digital transformation, as public schools in Metro Manila, including those in Navotas City and Caloocan City, received 133 information and communications technology (ICT) units. Education Secretary Sonny Angara, together with officials from the IT and Business Process

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