Due to repair works on overhead power lines, temporary power outages are scheduled.“Fedorov” Transformer SubstationOutage period:May 18–22, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMPrivate residential sector:Doshchanov St.: 83–180, 180a, 99/1–99/11, 101a, 176/1–176/10Borodin St.: 24–45Shayakhmetov St.: 24–37, 35/1–35/14Zhuravleva St.: 98–138, 123/1–123/12Letunov St.: 11–36RP-9Outage period:May 18–22, 2026Time: 09:00 AM – 6:00 PMFacilities:Old church — 212 Altynsarin St.Stores:“Partner”“Na Kryuchke”“Promtovary”Service station — 56 Shipin St.Private residential sector:Altynsarin St.: 182–228Shipin St.: 50–61, 61aKassymkanov St.: 144–199, 152aRabochaya St.: 61–74, 61aProletarskaya St.: 74–84Traffic lights temporarily отключены:Nazarbayev Ave. — Altynsarin St. intersectionResidents are kindly asked to take the necessary precautions in advance and treat the temporary inconvenience with understanding.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1223373?lang=kk

According to the plan of the KSU "East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Development of Education 'Örken'" of the Education Department of the East Kazakhstan Region, from June 1 of this year, school-based language camps for 4,255 students will begin operating in 340 general education organizations in the region.The goal of the camp is to develop students' language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), expand vocabulary in three languages, and develop the ability to freely express their thoughts.In 121 schools with 2,155 students, activities will be organized to adapt children to the Kazakh-language environment; in 140 schools with 1,740 children — to the Russian-language environment; and in 18 lyceums and gymnasiums, 300 children will be adapted to the English-language environment.Dates: June 1–12, 2026Participants: students in grades 2–5.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-bilim/press/news/details/1223374?lang=kk

Al-Kuwait, May 18, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the State of Kuwait Yerzhan Yelekeyev held a meeting with Sheikha Ohoud Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, during which the parties discussed prospects for the development of trade, economic and investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and Kuwait.During the meeting, the parties discussed opportunities for cooperation in the fields of agriculture and the agro-industrial complex. It was emphasized that Kazakhstan is one of the world’s major grain exporters, supplying agricultural products to more than 80 countries worldwide. The Ambassador of Kazakhstan also noted that the country continues to strengthen its position in the global oilseed market, having recently entered the world’s top 10 exporters of sunflower oil.Particular attention was paid to food security issues. The Ambassador noted that Kazakhstan possesses significant potential to contribute to ensuring food security not only for the State of Kuwait, but also for the region as a whole, including through the supply of environmentally friendly and high-quality agricultural products.In this context, the parties, together with representatives of “Al Deira” company, discussed in detail the prospects for supplying Kazakh meat products to the Kuwaiti market, including beef and lamb exports. The Kuwaiti side expressed interest in establishing cooperation with leading Kazakh producers and suppliers of meat products.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to organize a visit of Kuwaiti representatives to Kazakhstan in the summer of 2026 in order to further explore opportunities for cooperation, hold meetings with enterprises, and discuss prospects for importing Kazakh meat products.The parties also exchanged views on cooperation in the fields of real estate and investment, including the participation of “Al Ahd Al Mushtarak” company in the implementation of investment and infrastructure projects in Kazakhstan, including the “Alatau City” accelerated development project. The Kazakh side presented information on the project’s potential, its special legal status and opportunities available for foreign investors.At the conclusion of the meeting, the interlocutors confirmed their mutual interest in further expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation and developing direct contacts between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Kuwait.“Al Deira”company operates in the field of food distribution in the State of Kuwait, supplying retail chains, restaurants, hotels and other HoReCa sector facilities. The company is considered one of the notable players in Kuwait’s food distribution market and is currently exploring opportunities to expand imports of meat products from the Republic of Kazakhstan. Founded in 2001, “Al Ahd Al Mushtarak” company operates in the fields of construction, real estate, facility management and interior design in the State of Kuwait. The companies are part of the family business structure of Sheikha Ohoud Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah. Sheikha Ohoud Al-Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah is a Kuwaiti public figure and entrepreneur, founder of a number of companies and initiatives in the fields of real estate, asset management, youth development and entrepreneurship support. Under her leadership, projects in the real estate sector are being implemented, along with initiatives aimed at supporting young talents and the development of creative industries in the State of Kuwait.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-kuveyt/press/news/details/1223339?lang=kk

Pursuant to paragraph 1 of Article 110 of the Tax Code, all monetary settlements within the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan must be conducted with the mandatory use of cash register machines (hereinafter – the CRM) equipped with with the function of data recording and (or) transfer. The approved models for these machines are included in the State Register, which is published on the official website: kgd.gov.kz.Issuing a receipt is a primary compliance requirement when utilizing cash registers. Taxpayers are legally obligated to issue a receipt for the exact amount paid for the sale of goods, the performance of work, or the provision of services.When conducting monetary settlements in locations lacking a telecommunications network, cash registers that do not feature a data transfer function may be utilized, provided their models are included in the State List i.e., standard cash registers without the function of data transfer.Currently, various alternatives to traditional online cash registers are available, including software-based and integrated cash register systems. For any inquiries regarding system upgrades or updating receipt data format requirements, taxpayers should contact authorized cash register service centers or the contact centers of Fiscal Data Operators at the location where the online CRM is deployed.Where necessary, the cash register receipt may additionally feature data provided for in the manufacturer's technical documentation. Furthermore, at the express request of the buyer (customer) or recipient of the goods, work, or services, the receipt must contain the identification number (IIN/BIN) of a buyer, customer, or recipient.If a violation is detected, specifically the failure to use a CRM when conducting monetary settlements for trading operations, work performed, or services rendered via cash or bank card, as well as the utilization of a faulty or unregistered CRM, a formal warning is issued for the first offense, a repeated violation within one calendar year entails a fine based on the category of the business entity, or applied to private notaries and bailiffs, ranging from 30 to 50 monthly calculation indices (hereinafter - the MCI), which equates to between 129 750 and 216 250 tenge in 2026.Similarly, the failure to issue a cash register receipt or a sales receipt, or issuing a receipt for an amount greater or less than the actual amount paid for the product or service, results in an initial warning, a repeated violation within a calendar year carries a fine ranging from 20 to 40 MCI, which equates to between 86 500 and 173 000 tenge in 2026.Every consumer has the right to report a refusal to issue a CRM receipt upon purchasing goods or receiving services to the state revenue authorities at their respective location.In light of this, we urge all taxpayers to make every effort to strictly comply with the requirements of tax legislation regarding cash control discipline!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1223341?lang=kk

The “Friendship Cup” stage of the Hand-to-Hand Combat World Cup was held at the International Sambo Center in Moscow. The tournament was organized by the Moscow Department of Sports in cooperation with the International Hand-to-Hand Combat Federation. In 2026, the tournament was held for the fifth anniversary time, bringing together more than 250 athletes from 16 countries. Participants competed for 30 sets of medals in the disciplines of “Combat,” “Self-Defense,” and “Self-Defense 1+1.” Fighters of the “BURKIT TEAM” of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan also demonstrated outstanding results at the international tournament. In the under-58 kg weight category, Aigerim Torekhanova confidently claimed the gold medal and became the winner of the World Cup stage. Meanwhile, in the under-67 kg category, Asembay Manarbek won the silver medal, finishing in second place. Following the results of the World Cup stage, the Kazakhstan national team ranked among the strongest teams of the tournament, winning 30 medals, including 17 gold medals. Kazakhstani athletes demonstrated a high level of preparation and secured second place in the overall team standings. After the international tournament concluded, the athletes returned to Kazakhstan, where they received a warm and ceremonial welcome from fans, representatives of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the BURKIT TEAM, as well as family members and relatives. At the airport, the athletes were congratulated on their successful performance and thanked for достойно representing the country on the international stage. The successful performance of Kazakhstani athletes at the prestigious international tournament once again confirmed the high level of the national hand-to-hand combat school and made a significant contribution to the overall result of the national team. #BURKIT_TEAM Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1223342?lang=kk