MARAWI, Philippines —The rebuilding and rehabilitation of Marawi is a total mess and worse than expected, according to a watchdog monitoring the reconstruction of the war-torn city. In a statement sent to media on Thursday by Alert Philippines, the Marawi Reconstruction Conflict Watch (MRCW) said the government needs to give the public a clear picture of the rehabilitation of Marawi. The MRCW helps monitor and assess the economic, social, conflict and environmental effects of the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Marawi City on residents. The MRCW was among civil society organizations invited during the first public hearing of the House subcommittee on Marawi rehabilitation last week. Lawmakers sought updates from the inter-agency coordinating body on the fund disbursements and implementation of programs and activities for the Marawi rehabilitation.

Source: Philippine Star November 09, 2019 16:00 UTC