On February 25, 2026, Ilyas Dzhambulovich Sartbayev, Head of the Occupational Safety and Health Control Department and State Labor Inspector, took part in the program “Yaqyt.kz” on the Saryarka TV Channel TV channel, dedicated to current issues related to compliance with labor legislation in the Karaganda Region.During the discussion, key amendments that have entered into force in the labor legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan were reviewed, as well as issues to which employers in the region should pay special attention when organizing labor relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-enbek/press/news/details/1169354?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, February 24, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates, Rauan Zhumabek, met with the Rector of the Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities, Dr. Khalifa Mubarak Al Zahiri.During the meeting, R.Zhumabek informed his counterpart about the political and socio-economic reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan at the initiative of the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Particular attention was given to the upcoming republican referendum in Kazakhstan on the adoption of a new Constitution, emphasizing its strategic importance for the country’s further democratic development.It was noted that the referendum aims to ensure broad public participation in making key decisions of national significance and reflects Kazakhstan’s consistent commitment to the principles of openness and transparency.The parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the fields of education and the humanities. The importance of establishing direct partnerships between higher education institutions of the two countries was emphasized, including the implementation of joint educational programs, academic mobility of students and faculty, as well as conducting joint research projects and conferences.In turn, Dr. H.M. Al Zahiri expressed interest in developing bilateral academic cooperation and supported proposals for exchanging delegations, organizing joint academic projects in the fields of humanities and intercultural dialogue, as well as promoting the study of the Arabic language.Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in strengthening educational and cultural ties and agreed to continue substantive work on the initiatives discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-abudhabi/press/news/details/1169308?lang=kk

The republican command and staff exercise "Spring-2026" will be held in Kazakhstan from February 25 to 27. The large-scale event is being organized in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is aimed at testing readiness for the spring flood period. This was announced today at a briefing held at the Regional Communications Service in Shymkent by Sharip Askar Rysbekuly, engineer of the Emergency Situations Department of the Shymkent Emergency Situations Department, civil defense captain. The main theme of the exercise is to improve preparedness for emergency response, rescue and emergency operations in the event of a worsening flood situation in the spring of 2026. In this regard, special organizational instructions for preparing and conducting the exercise in the city have been developed and submitted to the city akim for approval. During the event, an operational city headquarters will be created on the basis of the department, and territorial subsystems of civil defense will be put on high alert. The operability of warning and communication systems, the ability of emergency and rescue services to respond quickly will be checked. In addition, comprehensive measures aimed at preventing spring floods will be carried out on a large scale. As part of the practical part, 9 training points with a high risk of flooding have been identified in the city. In particular, training will be held at 2 points in Abay district, 1 in Al-Farabi district, 3 in Enbekshi district, 1 in Turan district, and 2 in Karatau district. In addition, at one facility, the forces and equipment of the city of Shymkent will practice loading and unloading engineering and other equipment using the railway platforms of the National Railway Company KTZ. The issues of assembling emergency response teams, evacuating the affected population and deploying reception points, and promptly sending forces and equipment of civil defense agencies and local executive bodies to the territory of the Turkestan region will also be considered in practice. In this case, the main focus is on the full readiness of personnel to act in autonomous conditions. As part of the "Spring-2026" exercise, the 1st echelon has been fully prepared to provide assistance to areas of the Turkestan region where the flood situation may worsen. The unit, which consists of 32 personnel, 6 units of equipment, 9 motor pumps, 1 floating device and 1 unmanned aerial vehicle, is ready to go at any time. In addition, 2 tents with a capacity of 20 people are provided. These forces will be directed to eliminate the consequences of possible floods, protect the population and conduct emergency response work. In accordance with the organizational instructions, the heads of civil defense services, military units and relevant institutions were instructed to strictly monitor the implementation of all activities. The participation of responsible employees with the right to make decisions and not lower than the position of deputy head of the department was required. As part of the preparation, a meeting of the commission for the prevention and elimination of emergency situations was held on February 20 at the department. The level of preparedness for the spring flood period was discussed in detail at the meeting, and the readiness of management bodies and forces was clarified. The agenda included the procedure for organizing training exercises, measures for preventing possible emergency situations, calculation of forces and means, algorithms for conducting emergency rescue and urgent work, as well as the procedure for interaction between state bodies and services. Following the results of the commission meeting, specific tasks were assigned to the responsible structural divisions and the task was set to conduct the training at a high level within the specified time frame. After the end of the exercise, detailed information about its results will be provided to the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Shymkent city administration.

🔎 The Center for Countering Disinformation has prepared an overview of the most common fakes and manipulations surrounding the new draft of the Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan. We compared the false statements circulating online with the official text of the draft and explanations from government agencies. Part 1 1. "The Constitution Strengthens the Powers of the President" This does not match the content of the document. The draft establishes a system of checks and balances. Key personnel decisions - the appointment of the Vice President, Prime Minister, judges of the Constitutional Court, members of the Central Election Commission and the Supreme Audit Chamber - will be made with the consent of the Kurultai. In addition, the President's single seven-year term of office without the right to re-election remains. Such a structure is characteristic of a presidential republic, not a "super-presidential" model. Conclusion: Fake 2. "The ban on selling land to foreigners will be lifted" The draft text does not contain any norms that would allow the sale of land to foreign citizens. Paragraph 3 of Article 8 states: It is established that "the land and its subsoil, waters, flora and fauna, and other natural resources belong to the people. The state exercises the right of ownership on behalf of the people. Land may also be privately owned on the grounds, conditions, and within the limits established by law." Conclusion: Fake 3. "Free medicine will be abolished" The project maintains the non-reimbursable nature of medical care. According to paragraph 2 of Article 32: "Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan have the right to receive medical care established by law, which they do not pay for themselves." The issue here is not the abolition of free medicine, but rather the legislative clarification of the mechanism for implementing this right. Conclusion: Manipulation 4. "Free education will be abolished" This also does not correspond to the text of the project. In fact, the Constitution guarantees the free nature of secondary education in state educational institutions. It also establishes the right to receive free higher education on a competitive basis in higher education institutions (Article 33). At the 9th meeting of the Constitutional Reform Commission, Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva: "No one is deprived of the right to medical care and education... The concept of "free" has been replaced by a more legally specific concept: "citizens have the right to receive medical care without paying, in accordance with the procedure established by law," he noted. Conclusion: Manipulation 5. "Annual paid leave will be abolished" This is a misconception. Article 27 of the draft Constitution guarantees the right to rest. The exact duration and conditions of annual paid leave are determined by the Labor Code. The constitutional norm establishes the principle, while the details are regulated by sectoral legislation. Conclusion: Manipulation Part 2 6. "The concept of "freedom" has been removed from the Constitution" On the contrary, rights and freedoms are defined as the highest value. The Preamble and Article 1 declare that man, his life, rights and freedoms are the most precious treasure of the state. Rights and freedoms are recognized as indivisible and inalienable. Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva noted in her public statement: "The person and his dignity are becoming the center of the constitutional model." Conclusion: Manipulation. 7. "Freedom of speech and assembly will be restricted" In fact, the draft Constitution explicitly prohibits censorship (Article 23, Clause 5) and guarantees freedom of expression (Article 23, Clause 4). Restrictions are permitted only by law and only for the purpose of protecting the constitutional order, public security, and the rights of others, in accordance with Kazakhstan’s international obligations, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The right to peaceful assembly is also guaranteed in Article 35 of the draft Constitution. The lack of a list of types of peaceful assembly is explained by the fact that all of these types fall under the concept of "peaceful assembly", that is, are covered by the right to peaceful assembly. The specific types of peaceful assembly are specified in the Law on Peaceful Assembly. Such a general concept, which does not specify the types of peaceful assemblies, is consistent with the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which states that "the right to peaceful assembly shall be recognized." Conclusion: Manipulation. 8. "Total digital control will be introduced" On the contrary, the draft Constitution introduces "digital rights" and protects citizens' privacy and personal data from illegal use in the virtual environment (Article 21, Clause 1). Conclusion: Fake. 9. "The text of the Constitution was written by foreigners" The draft was prepared by domestic lawyers, scientists, and experts, taking into account the proposals of citizens. The work of the commission was conducted openly and publicly. Conclusion: Fake. 10. "The new Constitution violates international obligations" The draft does not contain any norms that contradict ratified international treaties. The fundamental principles of human rights and freedoms are brought into line with internationally recognized standards. The procedure for the application of ratified international treaties will be determined by law, taking into account the need to protect national interests. Ratified international treaties will remain part of the current legal system of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Conclusion: Manipulation. The Center for Countering Disinformation urges citizens to carefully examine primary sources, be critical of unverified publications, and refrain from spreading false information. When forming your own view, rely on official texts and explanations from authorized bodies, rather than emotional and superficial interpretations.

A book exhibition was held at the Central Library named after S. Seifullin "Zhyr Alyby – Zhambyl".In the department for visually impaired and blind readers, a book exhibition titled "Zhyr Alyby – Zhambyl" was organized to mark the 180th anniversary of the great Kazakh zhyrau and Zhamby.The exhibition featured poetry collections, memoirs, research works, and other literature dedicated to the life and творчество of the poet, which were presented to the readers. During the event, information was shared about his works that reflected the spirit of the people, their hopes, and their struggles, and his significant place in Kazakh literature was highlighted.As part of the evening, the department’s regular reader Dauyen Algysbek performed the poem “Tögeyin zhyrdy halqyma,” giving the audience a deep spiritual impression. His performance enriched the atmosphere of the event and received warm appreciation from the readersSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1169205?lang=kk