Koh Samui’s Sanitation Engineering Division is actively replacing and securing damaged drain covers, ensuring safety and preventing accidents across key areas like Chaweng Beach Road. This crucial work supports a ‘SMART & Sustainable Samui’ and the ‘Samui Always Safe’ initiative, making the island safer for everyone.
Our yellowshirted heroes from Koh Samui Municipality’s Public Health and Environment Division are tirelessly cleaning streets, beaches, and markets this holiday season. Let’s all help keep our beautiful island sparkling clean for everyone to enjoy!
Celebrate Thailand’s Constitution Day on December 10th, a day commemorating King Prajadhipok’s 1932 granting of the first permanent constitution, transitioning Siam to a constitutional monarchy. Across Thailand, witness proud flag displays and vibrant ceremonies honoring democracy and the nation’s historic journey towards freedom and rights.
Koh Samui Municipality is tackling corruption in drug distribution among civil servants with strict new measures, ethical guidelines, and regular audits. This initiative aims to ensure fair and transparent medical supply disbursement, reinforcing their vision for a “Smart & Sustainable Island” by building trust and accountability in healthcare.
Koh Samui now has public AEDs for immediate help during sudden cardiac arrest, making our island safer for everyone. These multilanguage devices are easy to use, even without medical training, ensuring anyone can provide lifesaving assistance.
Koh Samui’s Municipal Council kicked off 2025 with a key meeting, approving 37.18 million baht for upgrades including solar streetlights and new fire trucks. An additional 4.096 million baht was allocated for facility improvements, with the full session available on the official Facebook page.
Koh Samui is enhancing safety with the installation of 16 lifesaving AED devices across the island at key locations like ferry piers and tourist attractions. This initiative is a significant step towards making Koh Samui a ‘Smart & Sustainable Island’ for all.
Mark your calendars, Koh Samui! The Municipal Council holds an extraordinary session on December 8, 2025, at 1:30 PM to discuss making Samui a “Livable Samui For All.” Tune in live on S.W.T. Koh Samui (96.75 MHz), or Facebook Live via Koh Samui City Municipality and S.W.T. Koh Samui, Public Relations Department pages.
Southern Thailand, prepare for heavy rainfall and potential flash floods/landslides from December 47, 2025, with December 5th being the most critical day. Stay safe, monitor official updates, and remember 199 for emergencies in highrisk provinces like Surat Thani and Nakhon Si Thammarat.
Koh Samui commemorated National Father’s Day with a heartfelt tribute to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, featuring Buddhist chanting, alms offerings, and floral tributes. The solemn event, led by local officials and residents, honored the ‘Father of the Nation’ and celebrated Thai unity.