FEBRUARY 24, 2026 — Finally, a government program that puts the ball in our court. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has rolled out “Oplan Bantay Signal”, a nationwide initiative that lets us report slow or weak internet connections directly to the government. And yes, it’s as simple as running a speed test and sending the results.

Here’s how it works:

1. Test your internet speed using the Ookla Speedtest app or website.
2. Email the results to 1326@dict.gov.ph.
3. Track your complaint through the “Signal Mo, Boses Mo” portal, where you can see how your area stacks up against others.

Since its launch in December 2025, the DICT has already received more than 558,000 submissions from the public. That’s half a million voices saying, “Enough with the buffering!” 

DICT Secretary Henry Aguda put it plainly, saying, “Oplan Bantay Signal proves that the voice of every Filipino matters. When the public reports weak signals or slow internet, the government and service providers respond, making connectivity more reliable for everyone.” 

The data gathered isn’t just for show. It allows the DICT to pinpoint congested areas and push telcos to improve infrastructure based on hard evidence, not guesswork. In fact, the Signal Mo, Boses Mo dashboard already shows average download speeds at 49 Mbps nationwide — good enough for HD streaming and remote work — but the gaps between providers and regions remain obvious. 

For a country that prides itself on being one of the world’s most social-media active nations, this initiative feels long overdue. Reliable internet isn’t just about Netflix nights or TikTok trends — it’s also about education, business, and staying connected in a digital-first economy.

Will we finally use our collective voice to demand the kind of internet service we deserve?

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