“Disasters have a way of reminding us why journalism matters. Because when the waters rise, so do the questions.”

Speaking from Iligan, MindaNews Editor-in-Chief Bobby Timonera officially opens the 100-day countdown to May 25.

He traces 25 years of continuous reporting across Mindanao—navigating shifts in climate, conflict, and politics to build a permanent public record.

Photo credits to JOJO SESCON and MARC JAMES ABITAGO, MindaNews video by BOBBY TIMONERA

Join the countdown and explore the archives via mindanews.com/mindanews25