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Mankayan, officially the Municipality of Mankayan (Ilocano: Ili ti Mankayan; Tagalog: Bayan ng Mankayan), is a municipality in the province of Benguet, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 38,647 people.[5]

Key Information

The municipality is known as a mining town, being the location of several mines, including the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company.[6][7]

Etymology

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The name "Mankayan" is derived from Nancayan, the Hispanic term of the native name of the place, Nangkayang (which means "high up in the mountain").[6][7]

History

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Pre-colonial period

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Nangkayang was once a heavily forested area. The natives of the surrounding settlements of Panat and Bag-ongan mined gold through the labon system, after its reported discovery in a river. Copper was later discovered by the end of the 16th century in Kamangga-an (location of present-day Lepanto).[7]

Spanish period

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By the 1800s, the Spanish colonial government sent expeditions to survey the mines. On February 3, 1850, an expedition led by engineer Don Antonio Hernandez confirmed the presence of copper in Mankayan.

In 1852, Lepanto was established by the Spanish as a comandancia politico-militar,[7][8] composed of several rancherias which included Mankayan.[6]

Seven different mines were discovered in the Mankayan-Suyoc region during Admiral Pedro Durán de Monforte's 1667 expedition, and Simón de Anda's administration (1770–1776) mentioned Igorot copperware. In 1833, Galvey sent ore samples from Gambang ("copper"), Suyoc, and Mankayan, to the governor. The first Spanish mining claim on the Cordillera was made by Tomás Balbas y Castro on 26 March 1856,[9] and established a mining company called the Sociedad Minero-Metalurgica Cantabro Filipino de Mancayan.[6] The company ceased operations in 1875.[7]

American period

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Under the American rule, Mankayan remained under the jurisdiction of Lepanto, and later Lepanto-Bontoc until the latter's dissolution. Mankayan was later annexed to the sub-province of Benguet as a municipal district in 1913.[6][7]

The mining boom in Mankayan began in 1933, with American Victor Lednickey establishing the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company on September 26, 1936.[6][7]

Second World War

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In 1942, following the outbreak of the war, the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company, together with the Suyoc Consolidated Mining Company, were taken over by the Japanese Mitsui Mining Company, which renamed the mines into "Mitsui Mankayan Copper Mines". The Mitsui Company controlled the mines until 1945.[6][7][10]

Post-war era

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After the war, the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company resumed the mining operations.[6][7]

Mankayan was converted from a municipal district into a regular municipality on June 16, 1955, by virtue of Republic Act 1302.[11][12]

In 2018, in order to preserve the highly artistic gangsa-making intangible heritage of the Mankayan elders, the cultural masters of the town converged and began teaching the younger generations the process and importance of gangsa-making to their way of life, effectively preserving indigenous gong culture in the town.[13]

Geography

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Mankayan is on the north-western tip of Benguet. It is bordered by Bakun on the west, Buguias on the southeast, Tadian and Bauko on the east, and Cervantes on the north-west.

According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the municipality has a land area of 130.48 square kilometres (50.38 sq mi) [14] constituting 4.71% of the 2,769.08-square-kilometre- (1,069.15 sq mi) total area of Benguet.

Mankayan is situated 87.99 kilometres (54.67 mi) from the provincial capital La Trinidad, and 340.92 kilometres (211.84 mi) from the country's capital of Manila.

Barangays

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Mankayan is politically subdivided into 12 barangays.[15] Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.


PSGC Barangay Population ±% p.a.
2024[16] 2010[17]
141111001 Balili 22.1% 8,547 6,236 ▴ 2.32%
141111002 Bedbed 2.9% 1,113 864 ▴ 1.86%
141111003 Bulalacao 8.7% 3,362 3,349 ▴ 0.03%
141111004 Cabiten 5.5% 2,128 1,854 ▴ 1.01%
141111005 Colalo 4.2% 1,632 1,232 ▴ 2.06%
141111006 Guinaoang 5.7% 2,212 1,855 ▴ 1.29%
141111008 Paco 12.5% 4,844 6,035 ▾ −1.58%
141111009 Palasaan 7.7% 2,971 2,348 ▴ 1.72%
141111010 Poblacion 5.7% 2,196 3,084 ▾ −2.44%
141111011 Sapid 7.4% 2,878 3,271 ▾ −0.93%
141111012 Tabio 9.2% 3,566 3,792 ▾ −0.45%
141111013 Taneg 4.6% 1,784 1,666 ▴ 0.50%
Total 38,647 37,233 ▴ 0.27%

Climate

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Climate data for Mankayan, Benguet
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 20
(68) 		22
(72) 		23
(73) 		25
(77) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		22
(72) 		21
(70) 		23
(73)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 13
(55) 		14
(57) 		15
(59) 		17
(63) 		18
(64) 		18
(64) 		18
(64) 		18
(64) 		18
(64) 		17
(63) 		16
(61) 		15
(59) 		16
(61)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 35
(1.4) 		46
(1.8) 		63
(2.5) 		117
(4.6) 		402
(15.8) 		400
(15.7) 		441
(17.4) 		471
(18.5) 		440
(17.3) 		258
(10.2) 		94
(3.7) 		68
(2.7) 		2,835
(111.6)
Average rainy days 9.9 11.1 13.9 18.9 26.0 27.3 28.9 28.5 26.1 19.7 14.5 12.8 237.6
Source: Meteoblue[18]

Demographics

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Population census of Mankayan
YearPop.±% p.a.
1903 118—    
1918 2,977+24.01%
1939 6,865+4.06%
1948 5,742−1.97%
1960 13,812+7.59%
1970 21,780+4.65%
1975 24,123+2.07%
1980 25,684+1.26%
1990 32,889+2.50%
1995 34,699+1.01%
2000 34,502−0.12%
2007 34,563+0.02%
2010 35,586+1.07%
2015 35,953+0.20%
2020 37,233+0.74%
2024 38,647+0.90%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[19][20][17][21][22]

In the 2024 census, Mankayan had a population of 38,647 people.[23] The population density was 300 inhabitants per square kilometre (780/sq mi).

Economy

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Mankayan vegetable terraces

Poverty incidence of Mankayan

10
20
30
40
50
2000
42.53
2003
14.37
2006
6.60
2009
16.45
2012
6.17
2015
9.34
2018
10.35
2021
10.11

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31]

Government

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Local government

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Main article: Sangguniang Bayan

Mankayan, belonging to the lone congressional district of the province of Benguet, is governed by a mayor designated as its local chief executive and by a municipal council as its legislative body in accordance with the Local Government Code. The mayor, vice mayor, and the councilors are elected directly by the people through an election which is being held every three years.

Elected officials

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Members of the Municipal Council
(2019–2022)[32]
Position Name
Congressman Nestor B. Fongwan[a]

Eric G. Yap (since January 20, 2020)[34]

Mayor Frenzel A. Ayong
Vice-Mayor Joseph Denver B. Tongacan
Councilors Aldrin S. Camiling
Julio Joey C. Culliao
Baylon P. Galuten
Balodoy M. Totanes
Hector B. Gacita
Alejandro N. Wagian
Norberto N. Anasan
Alexander A. Dapiawen

Education

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The Mankayan Schools District Office governs all educational institutions within the municipality. It oversees the management and operations of all private and public, from primary to secondary schools.[35]

Public schools

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As of 2014, Mankayan has 35 public elementary schools and 9 public secondary schools.[36][37][38]

Notes

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References

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Mankayan is a landlocked municipality in the province of within the of the . According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 37,233 inhabitants. The municipality spans approximately 10,370 hectares and is predominantly defined by its heritage, with tracing back to the and modern operations commencing in through companies like the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company, which remains a key economic driver. Alongside , plays a significant role, particularly the cultivation of on terraced fields, supporting local livelihoods amid the rugged terrain.

Etymology

Origin of the Name

The name Mankayan derives from the indigenous Kankanaey language term nangkayang, signifying "way up the eastern mountains" and reflecting the municipality's high-altitude location in the Cordillera highlands. During early Spanish exploration, when colonial forces under Admiral Pedro Duran de Montforte reached the area in 1668 and inquired about its designation, local inhabitants reportedly replied "nangkayang," emphasizing its remote, elevated terrain. This native response was subsequently Hispanicized by Spanish chroniclers to Nancayan, adapting the phonetic structure to Iberian conventions while preserving the core meaning of mountainous elevation. Over time, through oral transmission and administrative usage, Nancayan phonetically shifted to the contemporary Mankayan, the form officially adopted for the municipality upon its establishment as a distinct entity in the late 19th century. Local oral histories, corroborated across indigenous accounts, underscore this etymological progression without evidence of alternative derivations, though some narratives link the area's early identification to its mining-rich ridges rather than purely topographic descriptors.

History

Pre-colonial Period

The pre-colonial inhabitants of the Mankayan area were primarily members of the Kankanaey ethnolinguistic group, part of the broader Igorot peoples of the region. Early settlements trace back to migrations around the 13th to 15th centuries, with groups moving from areas like Banao via the Namiligan Ridge to establish communities in forested highlands such as Panat, Bag-ongan, and Colalo, where initial populations numbered around 35 individuals in some clans. These communities practiced collective domain ownership, with land divided for residences, agriculture, forests, and burial grounds, inherited primarily by elders based on improvements made. The economy centered on subsistence activities supplemented by resource extraction and . Agriculture involved cultivating rootcrops like camote, , and gabi on terraced fields, while hunting and deer, along with gathering, provided additional sustenance. , particularly of and , was prominent from at least the 12th to 14th centuries, with discovered through river panning and identified by hunters; ores were extracted via traditional lode methods like abukay and sayo, then processed by crushing with stones (gai-dan), hand-washing, and for tools, ornaments, and ingots. Mankayan served as a key linking highlands to lowlands, where metals, , and rootcrops were exchanged for salt, cloth, beads, jars, and baskets, including barter with Chinese traders during the era for . Social organization relied on elder-led assemblies for and the tungtung system, which resolved disputes through consensus to restore harmony and kinship ties, sometimes employing trial-by-ordeal practices like gaweng for unresolved cases. Cultural life incorporated , , and belief in a supreme deity Kabunian, with such as sida and cañao performed for harvests, , and safety to appease spirits guarding resources; taboos during extraction included abstaining from certain activities to maintain environmental balance. Wealth and status, denoted by kadangyan, derived from resource control and participation, reinforced through arranged marriages and communal dances with gangsa gongs.

Spanish Colonial Period

During the Spanish colonial era, the Mankayan area, inhabited primarily by Ibaloi and Kankanaey Igorot communities, experienced limited direct control due to persistent indigenous resistance, which confined Spanish influence largely to exploratory expeditions and nominal administration rather than settlement or subjugation. An early incursion occurred in 1668, when Duran de Monforte led a force of 100 Spaniards and 2,000 indigenous auxiliaries into the region, marking the first documented Spanish contact, though no permanent presence was established amid hostile encounters. Subsequent efforts, such as the 1822 Galvey expedition, focused on geological sampling but similarly failed to overcome local opposition. Administrative recognition began in the mid-19th century amid growing interest in the Cordillera's mineral wealth. In 1837, Mankayan and nearby Suyoc were designated as rancherías under the Comandancia Político-Militar of Ilocos, reflecting tentative Spanish efforts to map and tax highland territories without full enforcement. By 1852, the Comandancia Político-Militar of Lepanto was created as a distinct , incorporating Mankayan and several other rancherías, with its capital at Cervantes; this structure aimed to facilitate governance and resource extraction in the copper- and gold-rich zone, though indigenous autonomy persisted due to the rugged terrain and martial traditions. Additional rancherías—, Tubo, Tabbak, and Suyoc—were formalized in 1854 to organize local populations under Spanish oversight. Mining surveys intensified colonial attention, driven by reports of abundant deposits exploited precolonially by locals. On February 3, 1850, Don Antonio Hernandez, accompanied by a escort of 70 troops and 250 porters under Commander Manuel Baranda, conducted an expedition to assess ore in Mankayan, confirming significant veins but retreating due to Igorot hostility that deterred immediate operations. This paved the way for the formation of the Sociedad Minero-Metalúrgica Cantabro-Filipina, which initiated semi-industrial extraction, peaking at 5,500,000 pounds of annually before declining by 1875 amid logistical challenges and resistance; the 1864 Spanish Mining Law further legalized such ventures, yet enforcement remained sporadic. The region's name "Lepanto" itself derived from Spanish frustration with this "fierce resistance," evoking the 1571 . Late-period tensions culminated in 1896 Igorot uprisings against Comandante Yanguas over gold mine impositions, underscoring the era's causal dynamic of resource-driven incursions met by defensive highland solidarity.

American Colonial Period

During the early American colonial administration, Mankayan was incorporated into the newly formed province of Lepanto-Bontoc in 1903, reflecting the reorganization of northern territories under U.S. . This provincial structure facilitated initial administrative oversight, though the area remained sparsely developed with traditional Igorot communities engaged in and small-scale . By 1913, Mankayan was formally established as a municipal district within the sub-province of , marking its recognition as a distinct local entity under Act No. 48 and subsequent that extended civil government to the highlands. This status enabled basic infrastructure improvements, such as rudimentary road networks connecting to , though enforcement of American policies like taxation and labor often met resistance from indigenous residents accustomed to customary laws. The period's most transformative development occurred in the mining sector during the 1930s, driven by renewed global demand for metals amid the Great Depression's aftermath and advancements in prospecting technology. Exploration intensified after 1933, leading to the formation of the Suyoc Consolidated Mining Company by Marsman & Company, which targeted gold veins in the vicinity. This was followed by the incorporation of the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company on September 21, 1936, under American prospectors Victor Lednicky and Melvin Arick, who consolidated claims for copper-gold deposits in the Mankayan district. Initial milling operations commenced in 1937 with a 400-ton-per-day capacity, extracting enargite and chalcopyrite ores, and by the early 1940s, the company had developed underground workings that produced significant outputs, including over 1 million tons of ore annually at peak pre-war levels. These ventures introduced mechanized extraction, wage labor systems, and influxes of lowlanders and foreign technicians, altering local economies but also sparking land disputes with Ibaloy and Kankanaey claim holders who viewed subsurface rights through communal lenses rather than individual titles. American policies promoted as a of economic modernization, with federal surveys under the Philippine Bureau of Mines identifying Mankayan's porphyry systems as high-potential, though outputs remained modest compared to southern prospects until wartime demands escalated extraction. Infrastructure supporting these operations included airstrips and haulage roads, precursors to later expansions, but from and discharges began affecting downstream rivers, a concern minimally addressed under colonial resource-extraction priorities. By 1941, Lepanto's operations had positioned Mankayan as a key node in the archipelago's mineral export chain, contributing to U.S. strategic interests in raw materials ahead of Pacific conflicts.

World War II and Japanese Occupation

During , Japanese forces occupied Mankayan in early 1942 as part of their broader conquest of northern , rapidly securing the area's strategic mining resources. In February 1942, the assumed control of the local mines, with the Mining Company reopening operations at sites including Suyoc and Mankayan under the designation Mitsui Mankayan Mine to extract essential for Japan's war machine. The Lepanto Mine, a key asset six miles northwest of key points along Route 393, was heavily developed by the Japanese for production and via roads to coastal export points, yielding approximately 7,500 tons of in 1944 alone. This exploitation disrupted local Igorot communities, who faced military oversight and resource diversion, though some miners from Mankayan and nearby Lepanto enlisted in Filipino guerrilla units to resist the occupation. Allied and Filipino forces, including Igorot members of the 66th Infantry Regiment under the Forces in the - Northern (USAFIP-NL), mounted resistance amid the Japanese entrenchment around Mankayan's mines and assembly areas along Routes 4 and 11. By mid-1945, following the securing of Route 4 through battles like the capture of Bessang Pass on June 14 and Cervantes on June 15, Japanese forces in the region—estimated at remnants of the 19th Division and supporting units totaling around 2,250—were isolated and depleted by attrition, , and supply shortages. The push into Mankayan intensified as part of the Northern campaign, targeting Japanese holdouts guarding General Tomoyuki Yamashita's retreat routes. The liberation of Mankayan culminated in a grueling 27-day battle known as the , pitting the 1st Battalion of the 66th Infantry Regiment against the Japanese Tora Division, with support from U.S. artillery and aerial bombardments that had previously damaged mine facilities in 1944. Filipino guerrillas overran Japanese positions, capturing the at Lepanto on July 20, 1945, thereby freeing Mankayan and securing its mines from occupation. This action contributed to the broader mopping-up operations in , declared free by August 15, 1945, though it came at significant cost to the largely Igorot-composed 66th Infantry, who recaptured the vital mining areas amid intense fighting.

Post-Independence Developments

Following the ' independence on July 4, 1946, Mankayan's primary economic activity centered on , with the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company resuming full operations in 1947 after wartime disruptions. The company processed ore at a rate of 4,500 tonnes per day, a level sustained until , resulting in the extraction of 1.58 billion pounds of , 2.9 million ounces of , and 12 million ounces of silver from 34.4 million tonnes of ore milled between 1948 and . On June 16, 1955, Mankayan transitioned from a municipal to a regular municipality under Republic Act No. 1302, granting it expanded local governance autonomy within sub-province, . This administrative elevation supported growing population and economic demands driven by activities. In the 1960s, Lepanto underwent Filipinization under leadership of Carlos Palanca, Jr., facilitating key expansions including the Tubo shaft and Roaster plant , alongside the discovery of the Far Southeast deposit. These advancements enhanced production efficiency and reinforced Mankayan's role as a hub, though operations faced periodic challenges from market fluctuations and environmental considerations. Subsequent developments included the Victoria Gold Project, discovered in 1995 and operational by 1997, which produced 1.55 million ounces of and 2.79 million ounces of silver until 2023, positioning it as the nation's largest primary gold mine during its peak. The company also implemented environmental management systems, achieving ISO 14001 certification in for its Mankayan operations, reflecting efforts to mitigate ecological impacts amid ongoing extraction.

Geography

Location and Topography

Mankayan is a landlocked in province, part of the in northern , . It is situated in the Cordillera Central mountain range at geographic coordinates approximately 16°52′N 120°47′E. The municipality borders other highland areas within Benguet and adjacent provinces, contributing to its isolation from lowland coastal regions. The total land area measures 130.48 square kilometers, predominantly consisting of steep uplands unsuitable for large-scale flatland development. Topographically, Mankayan features rugged mountainous terrain with elevations averaging 1,315 meters (4,314 feet) above sea level, ranging from valleys to peaks exceeding 1,900 meters in certain barangays such as Balili. The landscape includes sharp ridges, deep river gorges, and fault-influenced slopes, shaped by tectonic activity in the mineral-rich Central Cordillera belt. This topography facilitates mineral extraction but poses challenges for transportation and agriculture, often mitigated through terraced farming on hillsides.

Barangays

Mankayan is politically subdivided into 12 barangays, which serve as the basic administrative units of the municipality. These barangays collectively house the municipality's of 37,233 as recorded in the 2020 Census conducted by the . The barangays vary significantly in , with Balili being the most densely populated at 8,547 residents, reflecting its proximity to operations and urban centers, while Bedbed has the smallest population of 1,113. Population distribution across barangays influences local resource allocation and development priorities, such as and services.
BarangayPopulation (2020)
Balili8,547
Bedbed1,113
Bulalacao3,362
Cabiten2,128
Colalo1,632
Guinaoang2,212
4,844
Palasaan2,971
2,196
Sapid2,878
Tabio3,566
Taneg1,784

Climate and Geology

Mankayan exhibits a subtropical highland climate (Köppen classification Cwb), marked by consistently mild temperatures due to its of approximately 1,500 meters above . Annual temperatures typically range from 15°C to 26°C, with lows rarely dipping below 12°C and highs seldom exceeding 27°C. The area experiences frequent and year-round, with conditions prevailing for much of the rainy season. Precipitation is influenced by the southwest monsoon, resulting in a pronounced from to , during which heavy rains contribute the majority of the annual total, estimated at 2,000–3,000 mm based on regional highland patterns in . The spans to May, with lower rainfall and occasional fog, supporting agricultural activities like on terraced slopes. variations are minimal across seasons, with averages around 20°C in cooler months like and slightly warmer conditions peaking near 22°C in May. Geologically, Mankayan lies within the Baguio-Mankayan Mineral District in the Central Cordillera of northern , part of a 150 km-long belt of Tertiary porphyry copper-gold deposits formed along a . The underlying comprises volcano-sedimentary sequences of the Zigzag Formation, including andesitic volcanics and marine sediments, overlain by dacitic tuffs and intruded by porphyry stocks dated to around 19–18 million years ago. These intrusions drove widespread hydrothermal alteration, including potassic, phyllic, and argillic zones, which facilitated the emplacement of economic mineral deposits. Structural controls are dominated by northwest-trending fault systems (N50°W and N40°E), which dissect the district and localize mineralization along shear zones and fractures, influencing both porphyry and epithermal systems. The district's ~25 km² area hosts telescoped deposits, with deeper porphyry copper-gold systems overlain by shallower epithermal gold-silver veins, reflecting episodic magmatic-hydrothermal fluid pulses from 20 to 1 million years ago. Hydrothermal alteration has significantly impacted local soils, enhancing clay content and variability in physical properties due to mineralogical changes from sulfides and silicates.

Demographics

Population Statistics

As of the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the , the of Mankayan recorded a total of 37,233 persons. This figure represented 8.08% of province's overall of 460,683. Of this total, the household comprised the vast majority, consistent with provincial trends where institutional populations are minimal. Population growth in Mankayan has been modest, reflecting rural demographic patterns in the . The following table summarizes census data from recent decades:
Census YearPopulationAnnual Growth Rate (from previous census)
201035,586-
201535,9530.21%
202037,2330.70%
These rates were calculated from official census enumerations, indicating a slight in growth between 2015 and 2020 amid stable migration and birth trends. With a area of 130.48 square kilometers as reported by the , Mankayan's population density stood at approximately 285 persons per square kilometer in 2020. This density is moderate for a mining-influenced highland municipality, lower than urban centers like but higher than sparsely populated adjacent areas in . No official post-2020 estimates have been released, though regional projections suggest continued slow growth influenced by economic factors such as mining employment.

Ethnic Composition and Languages

The ethnic composition of Mankayan centers on the , an indigenous within the broader Igorot peoples of the . This group traces its settlement in the area to migrations between the 13th and 15th centuries, forming the foundational communities in barangays such as and rural uplands. Mining developments since the American colonial period, particularly around Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company operations starting in the early 1900s, drew substantial in-migration from lowland regions like Ilocos, leading to demographic mixing through intermarriage and settlement. By 2004, the municipality's population stood at 36,265 across 6,491 households, with denser concentrations in mining-influenced barangays like (6,955 residents), where non-indigenous residents form a notable portion due to workforce influxes. The 2020 recorded 37,233 total residents, but no granular ethnic data isolates Kankanaey proportions; however, indigenous identity persists strongly in cultural practices and rural areas, despite marginalization from migrant growth. Kankanaey is the dominant , with the Mankayan-Buguias widely used among locals for daily communication and rituals. Ilocano functions as a secondary , particularly in , communities, and inter-ethnic interactions, reflecting lowland migrant influence. Filipino (based on Tagalog) and English supplement usage in schools, government, and formal settings, aligning with national policy. and linguistic pressures from dominant languages pose risks to Kankanaey vitality, as observed in barangays like Suyoc.

Religion and Culture

The residents of Mankayan, primarily of Kankanaey and Ibaloi descent, predominantly practice , encompassing Roman Catholicism and various Protestant denominations such as Episcopal and independent churches like the Philippine Bethel Church. Local parishes, including Holy Cross Parish, serve as central institutions for worship and community events. The influx of miners and laborers during the early introduced diverse Christian influences, leading to a syncretic where observance replaced traditional rest days known as ngilin. Indigenous religious beliefs, rooted in and , persist alongside , emphasizing reverence for nature spirits, ancestors, and deities without idol worship or a singular supreme god; figures like Maknongan are regarded as principal creators. Native priests, termed mansip-ok or manbunong, oversee rituals involving omens, healing, and genealogical recitations, often with chanted prayers during weddings, illnesses, and funerals. Adoption of has diminished some practices, such as certain healing rites, though community rituals for life-cycle events continue to blend pre-colonial elements with Christian observances. Cultural traditions reflect the Kankanaey and Ibaloi heritage, featuring gong-based dances like bina-oyan (slow rhythm), tinatakyod (fast rhythm), and ginalding (shared with Ibaloi), performed during rituals and gatherings. Oral traditions include ballads called baclew (Ibaloi) or day-eng (Kankanaey), sung at feasts to narrate histories and invoke fertility, such as the kosdey rite for soil abundance. Conflict resolution employs the tungtung system, an indigenous mediation process emphasizing restitution and community consensus, as practiced in barangays like Tabio. Festivals preserve these customs, with the Nateng Festival in Barangay Balili showcasing deppap (traditional wrestling) among zones, rooted in centuries-old competitive rites. Broader influences appear in events like the Pine Tree Festival, highlighting tied to ancestral land practices, though mining communities have adapted traditions amid cultural mixing from external migrations. Languages such as Kankanaey reinforce identity, with egalitarian social structures in areas like Mankayan fostering communal decision-making over hierarchical norms.

Economy

Mining Industry

The mining industry constitutes the primary economic pillar of Mankayan, centered on the extraction of and within the mineral-rich Mankayan district. Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company, established in 1936, dominates operations across 1,829 hectares under a mining permit valid until 2025. The district hosts world-class porphyry - orebodies, including the Enargite, Far Southeast, and Victoria deposits, which have sustained production for decades. Historical output from Lepanto's Enargite operations (1948–1996) included 1.58 billion pounds of , 2.9 million ounces of , and 12 million ounces of silver from 34.4 million tonnes of grading 2.2% and 3.5 g/t . Subsequent focus shifted to the Victoria Project (1997–2023), yielding over 1.55 million ounces of and 2.79 million ounces of silver. In 2020, production comprised 414 kg of (valued at P1.19 billion), 1,338 kg of silver (P46.4 million), and 2,173 dry metric tons of (P42.2 million), generating of P2.05 billion. Lepanto employs 1,832 workers at its Mankayan site, providing direct economic benefits through wages and ancillary services in a with a 2015 of 35,953 and incidence of 9.3%. Despite national contributions remaining below 1% of GDP and , local reliance on the sector is pronounced, with operations supporting community infrastructure like hospitals via initiatives. Emerging projects, such as the Mankayan copper-gold porphyry under exploration by affiliates of Blackstone Minerals, indicate potential for expanded output from high-grade targets adjacent to Lepanto's infrastructure.

Agriculture and Other Sectors

Agriculture constitutes a vital secondary economic activity in Mankayan, particularly in its six upland barangays dedicated to vegetable production. These areas focus on highland crops such as cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, contributing to Benguet province's role as the Philippines' primary supplier of 80% of the nation's highland vegetables. Vegetable farming provides essential income diversification for residents, especially given the mining industry's volatility and periodic disruptions. The sector employs approximately 35.44% of Mankayan's in farming activities, reflecting its significance despite mining dominance. Government initiatives bolster productivity, including Department of Agriculture programs in Barangay Balili that cluster farmers for enhanced and higher profits. analyses highlight vegetable production's economic importance and potential competitiveness in the locality. Infrastructure improvements, such as the Cervantes-Mankayan-Abatan Road, have facilitated better transport of produce, reducing costs and expanding market reach for farmers. Beyond vegetables, encompasses raising and limited cultivation, supported by systems like the PalayCheck for improved yields. Other sectors remain underdeveloped relative to and farming, with small-scale trading and services providing supplementary livelihoods amid ongoing economic diversification efforts. Local policies and projects aim to sustain these activities, though data on non-agricultural contributions specific to Mankayan is sparse.

Mining Operations and Impacts

Historical Mining Developments

Mining in the Mankayan district of has ancient origins, with evidence of dating back to the , primarily by indigenous Ibaloi communities utilizing surface workings and simple tools. also served as a significant for certain local groups, such as those in Panat and Bag-ongan, involving placer and small-scale hard-rock methods traded regionally. During the Spanish colonial period, copper deposits in the area, particularly around present-day Lepanto, were identified by the late , though systematic exploitation was limited until the mid-19th century. The Cantabro-Filipino initiated the first large-scale operations on the enargite deposit in 1865, yielding at least 1,100 metric tons of over a decade before ceasing due to technical and economic challenges. The modern mining era commenced in the 1930s amid a regional boom, culminating in the formation of the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company on September 26, 1936, by American prospector Victor Lednicky and associates who consolidated claims in the district. Initial operations featured a 400-ton-per-day mill targeting copper-gold enargite ores, with production ramping up post-World War II after Japanese occupation disrupted activities from 1942. Between 1948 and 1996, the Enargite mine yielded 1.58 billion pounds of copper, 2.9 million ounces of gold, and 12 million ounces of silver from 34.4 million tons of ore processed. These developments transformed Mankayan into a key mining hub, though later discoveries like the Victoria orebody in 1995 signaled potential for renewed exploration.

Current Projects and Companies

Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company operates the Victoria Project in , , focusing on production from underground mining at the Victoria and Teresa deposits. The project has been active since resuming operations, with output continuing as of 2025 from high-grade veins in a porphyry copper- system. Lepanto, a Filipino-owned firm established in 1936, employs around 1,000 workers at the site and maintains infrastructure including an airstrip for logistics. The Mankayan Copper-Gold Project, held under Mineral Production Sharing Agreement MPSA 057-96-CAR by Crescent Mining and Development Corporation, covers 533.4 hectares and represents one of the world's largest undeveloped porphyry copper-gold deposits. In February 2025, Blackstone Minerals Limited acquired full interest through a merger with IDM International, enabling advanced exploration with high-grade drill intercepts reported in April 2025, targeting future open-pit development amid rising global demand. However, the project remains in the pre-production phase, with no active mining extraction as of October 2025.

Economic Contributions

Mining operations, particularly those of Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company (LCMCo) in Mankayan, , serve as a primary driver of local economic activity through direct , revenues, and production value. LCMCo, operating since 1936, employs an average of 1,768 workers, comprising 1,601 males and 167 females, supporting livelihoods in a region where dominates resource extraction. These jobs contribute to household incomes and stimulate ancillary sectors such as transportation and services within Mankayan. In 2021, LCMCo generated ₱59.4 million in national and local taxes, fees, and royalties, bolstering municipal and provincial budgets for and public services in Mankayan and . The company's Victoria Gold Project produced 530 kilograms of valued at ₱1.5 billion, alongside cumulative investments exceeding ₱2.1 billion and mineral exports reaching US$31.9 million, enhancing foreign exchange earnings and economic multipliers. Historical data from earlier years show consistent output, with 816 kilograms of worth ₱1.65 billion in 2018, underscoring sustained fiscal contributions despite fluctuating metal prices. These revenues position LCMCo as a top for Mankayan, funding local development initiatives and reinforcing 's role in poverty alleviation and , though diversification efforts persist amid industry volatility. Large-scale mining overall supports national revenue streams and local growth by channeling funds into community equity programs and infrastructure tied to extraction activities.

Environmental and Social Concerns

Mining operations in Mankayan, particularly by Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company (LCMC), have raised significant environmental concerns, including repeated failures and river pollution. LCMC experienced three breaches by 1993, releasing silt and wastewater into surrounding waterways. Toxic mine waste disposal has contaminated the Abra River, leading to reports of poisoned waters and barren lands affecting downstream communities in and . Water sampling at LCMC's mill outlet and Tailings Storage Facility 5A in 2004 detected elevated levels of lead and mercury, contributing to . Land has been a persistent issue since 1972, coinciding with the onset of underground activities, causing ground sinking, , and structural damage in areas like Colalo . These events, linked to extraction voids, have displaced homes and farmlands, with a major and sinking reported over a decade prior to 2011. has also exacerbated , increasing vulnerability to typhoons and in the region. Social concerns stem primarily from health impacts and community disruptions. A Department of Health study documented elevated prevalence of symptoms attributable to among Mankayan residents near LCMC operations, including respiratory and skin issues potentially linked to heavy metal exposure. Work-associated illnesses among miners and nearby populations have been noted, with occupational hazards extending to non-employees via environmental pathways. and have damaged agricultural lands and residences, prompting petitions from indigenous groups in areas like Suyoc for cessation of operations due to livelihood losses. These issues have fueled community divisions and protests, though LCMC maintains community relations programs.

Government and Infrastructure

Local Governance Structure

The local governance of Mankayan adheres to the structure outlined in Republic Act No. 7160, the Local Government Code of 1991, which decentralizes authority to municipalities as primary units of local government. Executive authority is exercised by the municipal , elected for a three-year term, who directs the formulation and execution of policies, supervises administrative operations, and ensures the delivery of basic services such as , , and . The is assisted by the vice mayor and department heads in various offices including the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office, Engineering Office, and Assessor's Office. Legislative functions are performed by the , the municipal council, comprising the vice mayor as presiding officer, eight elected sanggunian members, and three ex-officio members: the president of the (representing barangay captains), the president of the Pederasyon ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan (youth council federation), and the municipal president of the Liga ng mga Barangay ng Kababaihan (women's league). This body enacts ordinances, approves the annual budget, and oversees executive actions through resolutions and investigations. Mankayan is subdivided into 12 barangays—Balili, Bedbed, , Cabiten, Colalo, Guinaoang, Kabugao, Labi, Lumawan, , Sapawan, and Tabio—each constituting the basic political and administrative subdivision with its own council. A barangay council includes an elected as executive head, seven councilors, and ex-officio positions for the chairperson and ' representative where applicable, focusing on localized , , and community services. Barangay budgets and activities are coordinated with the municipal level, ensuring alignment with broader development plans.

Elected Officials and Administration

The municipal government of Mankayan operates under the framework of the Local Government Code of 1991 (Republic Act No. 7160), which establishes a as the chief executive, a vice mayor presiding over the (municipal council), and eight elected councilors responsible for legislative matters, alongside ex-officio members including the president of the Association of Barangay Captains. The current administration, serving the 2025–2028 term following the May 12, 2025, local elections, is led by Mayor Cesar Pasiwen, who secured re-election as an independent candidate with 11,006 votes, representing 51.33% of the reported tally from 100% of precincts. Vice Mayor Aldrin Camiling, affiliated with the party, won with 9,741 votes (45.43%), overseeing the and assuming mayoral duties in the executive's absence. The council comprises the following elected members, selected as the top eight vote-getters in a plurality-at-large system:
PositionNamePartyVotes
CouncilorJeston Balong-Angey6,861
CouncilorAmbino PadawiIndependent6,586
CouncilorDick Tip-AcIndependent6,468
CouncilorAlexander Dapiawen6,428
CouncilorReynald ManuitIndependent6,414
CouncilorCamilo Muñoz5,902
CouncilorPacito Donato5,628
CouncilorLloyd Mattgarette Lus PianIndependent5,551
These results reflect partial unofficial tallies certified as final by the Commission on Elections, with a voting population of approximately 21,442. Pasiwen, a retired police general, previously assumed office in 2022 after defeating incumbent , emphasizing and mining-related economic priorities during his tenure. The administration coordinates with barangay-level officials across Mankayan's 18 barangays for policy implementation, though specific administrative initiatives remain tied to annual executive-legislative agendas approved by the .

Infrastructure and Transportation

Mankayan's transportation infrastructure centers on a network of provincial and national roads navigating its rugged terrain, with the (part of National Route 204) serving as the primary arterial link to City and northern municipalities. The Cervantes-Mankayan-Abatan Road intersects the at Abatan, , providing enhanced access from through historic Bessang Pass and mining areas, with the project spanning approximately 64 kilometers and improving travel efficiency post-completion. Local routes, such as the Mankayan-Balili Provincial Road, undergo periodic upgrades to support intra-municipal connectivity, including paving and widening efforts by contractors like LAYAD Gen Eng Construction & Aggregates as of November 2021. Public transport relies on jeepneys and buses along these highways, facilitating commuter and cargo movement to and adjacent towns, though the mountainous conditions contribute to frequent disruptions from landslides and maintenance closures, as noted in Department of Public Works and Highways advisories for sections like Pilando in nearby Bakun. The municipal government prioritizes road improvements and access projects, including local roads in barangays like Balili (575 meters long, 4 meters wide, 200 mm thick as of completion) and Guinaoang, funded through national and local budgets to bolster economic ties. Aviation options are limited to the private Lepanto Consolidated Mines Airstrip in Paco, Mankayan, a small aerodrome at 16°52'13"N 120°46'44"E used mainly for mining logistics and small aircraft operations by the Lepanto company. No commercial airport exists within the municipality; larger facilities in Baguio or Laoag handle regional air travel. Ongoing initiatives, such as nationally funded access roads and water systems tied to transport, aim to address bottlenecks in this mining-dependent area.

Education and Social Services

Educational Institutions

The Mankayan Schools District, under the Schools Division of of the Department of Education, oversees public elementary and across the municipality's 18 barangays. The district includes 35 public , predominantly elementary and primary levels, distributed in areas such as Balili, Colalo, Tabio, Suyoc, and Bedbed, with cluster heads coordinating operations among smaller sites. Notable elementary institutions encompass Mankayan Central in , headed by School Principal I Abdon C. Costian (contact: 0930-195-6400), and Lepanto Elementary in , led by School Principal I Karen Tegan. Other prominent sites include Balili Elementary , Cabacab Elementary , and Sapid Elementary , each managed by principals or teachers-in-charge focused on basic and foundational skills. Secondary education features public national high schools such as Mankayan National High School in (Aurora Street), which provides general academic and vocational tracks under DepEd guidelines. Lepanto National High School offers senior high school strands including Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS), while Guinaoang National High School includes (STEM), Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM), and HUMSS. Select schools, including Lepanto National High School, implement the Special Program in the Arts, covering music, , and theater arts for qualified students, now in its fifth year as one of three such programs in the division. Private schools supplement public offerings, with UCCP Mankayan Christian Academy providing elementary education under religious affiliation. Holy Cross Learning Center Inc. in Lepanto operates as a basic education provider, though details on current enrollment and programs remain limited in official records. No universities or colleges are located within Mankayan; residents pursuing typically attend institutions in La Trinidad or Baguio City, such as . The district supervisor, Joseph A. Pacpaco (contact: 0949-458-7711), coordinates overall administration and resource allocation.

Health and Community Services

The Mankayan , located in , serves as the primary government-operated health facility, offering comprehensive services including medical consultations, maternal and child health programs, and treatment monitoring as a designated Treatment Monitoring Laboratory. Licensed by the Department of Health as a Primary Care Facility since May 2022 and accredited under PhilHealth's YAKAP program for reproductive health services, the RHU is led by Dr. Fabiola R. Gabriel and operates with a focus on equitable access for remote areas. It also functions as a birthing home, supporting deliveries and postnatal care. Barangay-level health stations, such as the Balili Health Station, extend basic services like and minor treatments to outlying communities, complementing the RHU's reach amid the municipality's rugged terrain. initiatives include mobile caravans providing free medical, dental, and ancillary services; for instance, the 11th Healthier Caravan on November 2, 2024, served approximately 1,500 residents with diagnostics and treatments, prioritizing indigent families. Similar events have delivered care to over 2,000 individuals, addressing gaps in routine access. Recent enhancements include staff training on digital tools like the CareGo Health Suite in July 2024 to improve case tracking and sustainability of services. Community services extend to emergency relief coordination, such as Department of Social Welfare and Development distributions facilitated by the provincial government for disaster-affected households. No full-service hospitals operate within Mankayan, with residents relying on nearby facilities like the Northern Benguet District Hospital for advanced care.

Controversies and Community Relations

Indigenous Opposition to Mining

Indigenous Kankanaey residents in Barangays Guinaoang and Bulalacao of Mankayan have mounted sustained resistance against mining expansions, citing threats to ancestral lands and violations of the Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997, which mandates free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) from affected communities. In March 2022, the Mines and Geosciences Bureau-Cordillera approved the renewal of Crescent Mining and Development Corporation's (CMDC) mineral production sharing agreement covering 533 hectares, overlapping claimed ancestral domains; locals contested this as fraudulent due to inadequate FPIC processes and alleged irregularities by National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) officials. Protests escalated in August 2025 when residents demonstrated against CMDC's planned operations, demanding sanctions on NCIP personnel for endorsing the renewal without community endorsement. By October 13, 2025, Kankanaey groups erected barricades to block CMDC's drilling equipment in Guinaoang, following reports of heavy machinery deployment despite opposition. On October 21, 2025, residents from both barangays renewed a unity declaration rejecting entry, emphasizing preservation of agricultural terraces and water sources integral to their subsistence farming and cultural practices. In response, communities launched the No Mines Movement of Guinaoang and on October 16, 2025, framing their stance as defense against resource plunder that undermines IPRA protections. Similar opposition traces to earlier campaigns, such as 2015 protests by Kankanaey elders against a financial or technical assistance agreement sought by Far Southeast Gold Resources Inc., an affiliate of Lepanto Consolidated , over concerns of land dispossession and . Ibaloi groups in have echoed these sentiments, advocating for genuine FPIC amid 's historical footprint since the 1930s Lepanto operations.

Environmental Disputes

Mining operations in Mankayan, particularly by the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company (LCMCo), have sparked ongoing disputes over , including river from disposal and . from LCMCo's operations have contaminated the Abra River, silting agricultural lands and rendering approximately 465 hectares of riceland unproductive over a 25-kilometer stretch downstream. Collapses of LCMCo's dams, including two documented incidents, have exacerbated water contamination by releasing and sediments into rivers, affecting aquatic life and downstream communities in Mankayan, Cervantes, and . In 2008, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources initiated a probe into LCMCo for alleged of these rivers, prompted by resident complaints of turbid waters unsuitable for and drinking. Ground subsidence and landslides represent another focal point of contention, linked causally to extensive underground extraction depleting in the subsurface rock. A major subsidence event in Colalo, Mankayan, over a decade prior to , created a massive and , displacing residents and rendering land unusable due to unstable terrain. Similar incidents, including a 150-meter in mining areas reported in October 2015, have fueled demands for accountability, with critics attributing these to inadequate mine closure and rehabilitation practices by operators like LCMCo. Heavy metal contamination extends to soils and crops; studies have detected elevated lead levels in harvested from barangays near Lepanto mines, correlating with tailings overflow during typhoons that breach containment structures. Arsenic-rich wastes from the Mankayan Mineral District, including LCMCo sites, have been empirically linked to elevated concentrations in local waters and sediments, posing risks to agriculture-dependent livelihoods. Health impacts from have intensified disputes, with a 2004 Department of Health study documenting elevated incidences of respiratory diseases, skin ailments, and heavy metal poisoning among communities and mineworkers near LCMCo operations, attributing these to airborne dust and contaminated sources. tests in affected areas like Paalaban revealed higher , , and lead levels in residents compared to controls, exceeding safe thresholds in some cases. In response to these cumulative effects, local groups launched the "No Mines Movement" in October 2025, demanding cessation of operations to protect farming as the primary income source, citing irreversible damage to and from decades of extraction. Indigenous communities have opposed renewals of mineral production sharing agreements, such as that of Mining and Development Corporation in 2025, referencing Lepanto-induced and river as precedents for rejecting expansions in areas like Bulalacao and Guinaoang. While firms assert compliance with waste segregation and discharge standards, empirical evidence from spills and events underscores persistent causal links to ecological harm, prompting calls for stricter enforcement over self-reported mitigation.

Recent Conflicts and Resolutions

In 2025, indigenous communities in Barangays Guinaoang and of Mankayan intensified opposition to the renewal of Crescent Mining and Development Corporation's (CMDC) Mineral Production Sharing Agreement (MPSA), which covers approximately 534 hectares overlapping their ancestral domains. Residents argued that the renewal lacked genuine (FPIC) under the Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act, citing procedural irregularities by the (NCIP), including alleged fraudulent certifications of consultation. On August 27, 2025, residents protested against CMDC, demanding sanctions on NCIP officials for endorsing the renewal despite community divisions and threats reported against anti-mining voices. By October 2025, affected revived ancestral unity pacts to block the MPSA renewal, emphasizing historical mining-induced harms such as ground subsidence, , and health issues from prior operations in Mankayan. On October 16, 2025, residents launched the No Mines Movement of Guinaoang and (NM-MGB) to coordinate resistance, framing the dispute as a defense against "destructive " beneath rice terraces and sacred lands. Advocacy groups, including indigenous human rights defenders, expressed solidarity, calling for authentic FPIC processes amid reports of community splits fostered by pro-mining factions. No formal resolutions have been achieved as of October 2025, with opposition persisting through blockades and legal challenges to NCIP approvals; CMDC maintains its claims comply with regulations, though critics from environmental and indigenous networks dispute this, highlighting the absence of binding outcomes. In parallel, legacy conflicts involving Lepanto Consolidated Company saw partial resolution via a June 21, 2022, ruling invalidating a 2015 arbitral award that bypassed FPIC for MPSA renewals, mandating indigenous consent for operations in Mankayan's ancestral domains; Lepanto filed a motion for reconsideration in January 2023, but the decision reinforced FPIC requirements influencing subsequent disputes. These cases underscore ongoing tensions between interests and , with no comprehensive settlements reported.

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