PANGLAWAS ATONG LIG-ONON,
KAUSWAGAN MAGAPADAYON!
PANGLAWAS ATONG LIG-ONON,
KAUSWAGAN MAGAPADAYON!
Our slogan reflects the idea that a healthy community is essential for continuous growth, both in terms of individual well-being and collective prosperity. As we focus on improving health, the momentum of progress – symbolized by Kauswagan – will continue to move forward, creating a cycle of positive change that uplifts everyone.
Alicia, originally Naga-Naga, was established in 1951 via Executive Order No. 468 by President Elpidio Quirino, separating it from Margosatubig in old Zamboanga province. In 1977, three barangays joined the new municipality of Imelda. Alicia became part of Zamboanga Sibugay in 2001 through Republic Act No. 8973, led by George T. Hofer, the province's first governor.
Barangay Kauswagan, once a sitio of Barangay Baluno (now Milagrosa), was founded on September 14, 1962, under Lamberto Salisig’s leadership. Named after uswag (progress), ...