Iloilo City has made history. It is the first recipient of the prestigious Katipunan Award. This recognition was […]
Culture
Changing the Cities With The Walkability Summit
The Walkability Summit held its second successful session on a mission to transform Metro Manila for the people. […]
Culture
Mobility for All: A Safer and More Accessible Philippines
The first-ever Philippine Mobility Summit concluded yesterday with a resounding call for “Mobility for All.” The summit was […]
News
Philippines Drenched as Typhoon “Dante” Forms
The Philippines is under a constant downpour. This has been going on for two weeks. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) closely monitors weather patterns. The continuous rain has caused severe flooding. Manila City is already experiencing floods.
Culture
Prioritize Pedestrians! Mobility Awards Calls for Safer Philippine Roads
The Mobility Awards is sounding the alarm. Vehicular crash are on the rise. Bike lanes are disappearing. This is unacceptable. The Awards is calling for immediate action to improve road safety and create more inclusive street infrastructure. This is crucial for the 94% of Filipinos who rely on walking, cycling and active mobile device for transportation.
The Mobility Awards will consider the quality of cycling infrastructure, supportive policies, inclusivity, and creative solutions. New categories include a Pedestrian-Friendly City Award and the Padyak Power to the People! The award, which celebrates cyclists who use bikes for their livelihood.
Stories
Death Toll Rises As The Philippines’ Road to Ruin.
Ninety-four percent. That’s the staggering percentage of Filipino road users who are pedestrians and cyclists— vulnerable road users. They’re the ones most likely to die. The Asian Transport Observatory paints a grim picture. The numbers are stark. The MMDA reports 82 cyclists died in road crashes between 2011 and 2021—a 39% increase.