At the end of a wooden pier battered by winds off the gulf, under sun-bleached parasols, a handful of families have kept up the same routine for a century: sorting, tying, cooking and selling Kep's blue crab. Psar Kdam, the “crab market,” is not simply a tasty stop on the road to Kampot. It is the living memory of a town that lost almost everything — except its bond with the sea.

A small, jewel-toned fish has just made a formal entrance into Cambodia's marine biodiversity records. The blackspot razorfish (Iniistius evides) has been officially recorded in Cambodian waters for the first time, the result of a collaboration between Marine Conservation Cambodia (MCC) and the Royal University of Agriculture.

À Kep, deux passionnés posent les jalons d’une communauté de kitesurf autour du Sailing – Discovery Center de Kep West. Frédéric Seynaeve et Gérard Vann nous racontent leur aventure.

A “Hope Spot” at the edge of the world — Recognized by legendary oceanographer Sylvia Earle, the marine area of the Kep archipelago now represents one of the most remarkable conservation success stories in Southeast Asia.

Koh Tonsay (កោះទន្សាយ) is a charming little Cambodian island off the country's southern coast in the Gulf of Thailand

Beneath the Sea is a short documentary born from a specific commission and a sincere sense of urgency. The film was created for Art for Kep, an initiative that combines artistic creation, territorial promotion, and the protection of a fragile ecosystem. This dual mandate — aesthetic and activist — permeates every shot.

Along the southern shores of Cambodia, a quiet but profound transformation is underway. The Sustainable Coastal and Marine Fisheries (SCMF) project has just reached a symbolic milestone: 1,250 Fish Productivity Structures (FPS) have been deployed, representing 25% of the total target.

Actress, producer, activist — meeting with an essential voice of Cambodian cinema: Sarita Reth. A familiar face on Khmer screens, she today embodies a new generation of professionals who no longer content themselves with playing the game, but intend to rewrite the rules. In front of the camera as much as behind it, on stage as much as in industry forums, Sarita carries a rare demand: that of a Cambodian cinema finally structured, fair, and recognized at its true value on the

Scénariste, réalisatrice, proScreenwriter, director, producer — this Cambodian filmmaker has been weaving a singular body of work for nearly twenty years, between metaphorical silences and hard-won freedoms. Portrait of a voice that matters.

Nearly a hundred guests gathered at Knai Bang Chatt to celebrate the launch of the CIFF 360 film festival, with a screening of the emblematic La Joie de Vivre by King Norodom Sihanouk, which set the perfect tone for the evening.

Thursday afternoon, around fifty spectators gathered at Kep West, in the premises of the former Sailin Club, as part of CIFF 360 for a rare and precious screening: The Time to Cry (Pel Del Trov Zum), directed by Uong Kan Thouk, one of the pioneering figures of Cambodian cinema in the 1970s.

CIFF 360 — Kampot & Kep, May 13–17, 2026. The evening breeze drifted gently over the Kampot river as the first silhouettes began settling onto the beach, not far from the old colonial bridge. No darkened theatre, no cushioned seats — just the Cambodian sky, the murmur of the water, and a screen stretched out to face History.

In Kep's Waters, a Millennial Creature Reclaims Its Seagrass Meadows — and Restores Hope to an Entire Sea.

From 13 to 17 May 2026, the Cambodia International Film Festival sets up in Kampot and Kep for an exceptional edition, blending Khmer heritage, emerging voices, and a dialogue about the future of Cambodian cinema.

There are encounters that change everything. In 2003, a Belgian entrepreneur named Jef Moons found himself riding through the jungles of Kep, a forgotten little port on Cambodia's southern coast. At a bend in a dirt path, three modernist villas emerge from the vegetation — silent remnants of Khmer golden age, abandoned since the dark years of Cambodian history.

On the afternoon of April 13, Kep province pulsed to the rhythm of the traditional Khmer New Year. In front of the iconic "I Love Kep" garden, the provincial administration unveiled a food fair and traditional games—a flagship initiative to honor ancestral customs.

The Art for Kep association, active in cultural promotion in Cambodia, is opening applications for the Cinematic Artist Challenge 2026. Under the evocative theme “Kep in 3 Minutes – Our People, Our Culture, Our Ocean,” this call invites local and international creators to produce original works exactly three minutes long.

From the Origins of Khmer Smiling Children (ESK) to the New Challenges of the Kep Educational Center (CEK), Sylvia Sisowath Embodies an Unwavering Supportive Presence. Returning from an intense four-month stay, she draws up a balance sheet for Cambodge Mag of an initiative that today brings together numerous actors around education, disability, and culture.

Dive with us into the turquoise waters of Cambodia's Kep archipelago. Just a few meters below the surface, microscopic creatures—smaller than a grain of sand—play a crucial role in saving marine ecosystems devastated by illegal fishing.

For souls seeking an exotic haven of peace, where the gentle lapping of waves cradles the days and the cost of living remains an accessible dream, Cambodia's coastal destination of Kep emerges as an ideal spot for a serene retreat.

On the fourth day of our amazing vacation, the Kep West team invites us to explore the Anlung Pring Sanctuary and the Phnom Teuk Thom caves. We set off early by car, heading to Kampong Trach district in the neighboring province of Kampot. Along the way, we are treated to lush countryside views and the region’s signature rice paddies, a landscape that embodies the charm of rural Cambodia.

The K.E.P Lighthouse project—presented last Friday to the press in the premises of Raffles Hotel Le Royal—stands as an ambitious and masterful ode to the future of Cambodia's coastline. More than just a real estate development, the project embodies a contemporary vision that blends exceptional design, sustainability, art, gastronomy, and community.​

The Cambodian coast, cradle of a unique marine biodiversity, is facing one of its greatest challenges: the accelerated degradation of its coastal habitats. Seagrass meadows, coral reefs and bivalve beds are key ecosystems, ensuring not only ecological balance but also the economic survival of many local communities.

In the gentle sunshine of Kep, the Kep Education Centre is shining with a new promise of learning and solidarity, thanks to a kind gesture. Princess Sylvia Sisowath, President of the Centre, expressed her deep gratitude to Phnom Penh Accueil (PPA) for their generous donation, a tangible support for local education.