Barangay SIRIB

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Get ready, Dabawenyos! The much-awaited schedule of activities for the 89th Araw ng Dabaw is finally here!

Join us for a month-long celebration of 89 years of strength, progress, and pride in our city. This year is extra special as we also commemorate 100 years of the City Hall of Davao—a century of service and history. Padayon sa paglambo, padayon sa pakighiusa!

Malipayong ika-89 nga anibersaryo, siyudad nga atong gihigugma! 🦅💚

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HISTORY OF BARANGAY SIRIB

The Barangay of Sirib was originally known as “Hilib”, a term derived from the Diangan/Klata dialect meaning approachable. According to the accounts of its early inhabitants, the name Hilib originated from a spring nestled between two river slopes that divided the barangays of Hilib and Tamayong. This renowned spring served as the lifeblood of the two communities and remarkably sustained its flow even during the severe seven-month drought of the mid-1980s.

The area of Hilib is characterized by vast plains and gently rolling terrain, making it highly suitable for a wide range of agricultural crops. Its primary agricultural products include durian, banana, jackfruit, lanzones, coconut, and cacao. Sirib is also endowed with an expansive virgin forest that provided the native Diangan/Klata people with abundant resources for hunting and sustenance.

In earlier times, Barangay Hilib was governed under the traditional Datu System. The last known Datu to rule the barangay for nearly four decades was Datu Engay, who was highly respected by his people. During the mid-1930s, the area saw the arrival of settlers from various regions, including Cebuanos, Boholanos, Leyteños, Tagalogs, Muslims, Ilocanos, and Chinese. These settlers established themselves as farmers, traders, professionals, and missionaries, contributing to the growth and cultural diversity of the community.

During the Japanese occupation in World War II, Datu Engay remained the acknowledged leader of the barangay and continued to command respect, even from the occupying forces. Upon his passing, the barangay was left without a leader, resulting in a period of confusion and communication difficulties among its residents. It was during this time that the name Hilib was changed to Sirib, owing to a mispronunciation and misspelling by Japanese soldiers stationed in the area. The new name was eventually adopted and became the official name of the barangay.

Following World War II, Mr. Juan Balan, a native of Bohol, became the first Teniente del Barrio of Sirib. Under his leadership, the first elementary school was established, with Mr. Delfero, a teacher from Luzon, serving as its first school administrator. It was also during this period that the first Catholic and Protestant churches were constructed, marking the beginning of the barangay’s spiritual and educational development.


Barangay Sirib