June 27, 2024 - The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through its Free Public Internet Access Program Management Team (FPIAP-PMT), is advising the public to be wary of individuals offering or requesting information on land rentals supposedly connected to the Free Wi-Fi for All (FWFA) Program.
The DICT clarifies that the FWFA program, mandated by Republic Act No. 10929, solely focuses on providing free internet access in public areas across the Philippines. The program's funding is strictly allocated for service delivery and cannot be used for land rental or purchase.
The DICT urges the public to avoid engaging with anyone approaching them regarding land rentals for the FWFA program. They should not provide any information or copies of land ownership documents.
For transparency, the DICT reminds the public that all government procurement projects, including land rentals, undergo a public bidding process following established government regulations.