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In 2025, Kazakhstanis were paid benefits in the amount of more than 80 billion tenge for childbirth and childcare 21.02.2025
Since the beginning of the year, 170.8 thousand people have been covered by state benefits, as well as payments from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the SSF) related to childbirth and care for a child until the child reaches 1.5 years of age, for a total amount of 80.1 billion tenge.In January 2025, 33.7 thousand people received benefits for childbirth from the republican budget for a total amount of 6 billion tenge. Citizens of our country who have children born, adopted, or under guardianship, relatives, as well as foreigners permanently residing in Kazakhstan, can apply for this benefit.People (families) with children born, adopted, or under guardianship, if the person caring for the child is not a participant in the compulsory social insurance system, and stepchildren, if they are not in the family of other parents, have the right to receive benefits related to child care. During the reporting period, 123 thousand people received child care benefits for children up to 1.5 years of age in the amount of 3.6 billion tenge.The amount of state benefits for childbirth and child care is determined by the law on the republican budget, depending on the monthly calculation index (hereinafter referred to as the MCI) approved for the relevant financial year. From the beginning of 2025, the amount of state benefits has been indexed by 6.5%.The amount of the child birth benefit:- for the first, second, third child - 38 MCI or 149,416 tenge;- for the fourth and subsequent children - 63 MCI or 247,716 tenge.The benefit paid for the care of the child until he reaches 1.5 years of age is paid monthly in the following amounts:- for the first child - 5.76 MCI or 22,648 tenge;- for the second child - 6.81 MCI or 26,777 tenge;- for the third child - 7.85 MCI or 30,866 tenge;- for the fourth and subsequent children - 8.90 MCI or 34,995 tenge.In addition, working citizens are entitled to benefits related to pregnancy and childbirth, adoption of a newborn child (children) In case of loss of income, the social payment from the Social Insurance Institution is assigned for all days of leave granted for pregnancy and childbirth. The amount of the payment depends on the average monthly income for which social transfers were made to the Social Insurance Institution during the last 12 months before the issuance of the certificate of temporary disability for pregnancy and childbirth and the number of days of disability.Since the beginning of the year, 23.6 thousand people have received this lump-sum payment for a total amount of 33.3 billion tenge, which is 4% more than in the corresponding period of 2024. The average amount of the assigned payment was 1,714,618 tenge.Also, in case of loss of income from the Social Insurance Institution due to the care of a child until he or she reaches the age of one and a half, a monthly social payment is assigned to the participant of the social insurance system from the date of birth of the child. The amount of the payment is 40% of the average monthly income for which social transfers were made to the Social Insurance Institution over the last 2 years. In the event of the birth of two or more children, the payment is assigned individually for each child.In 2025, this payment was assigned to 24.2 thousand people, the average monthly payment was 93,740 tenge. The payment was provided in the amount of 37.2 billion tenge, which is 21% more than in the same period in 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/939080
Since the beginning of 2025, large families and award-winning mothers have received benefits in the amount of more than 49 billion tenge 21.02.2025
In January 2025, 846 thousand families were covered by state benefits for large families and awarded mothers in the amount of 49.5 billion tenge, including: benefits for large families in the amount of 43 billion tenge for 604.7 thousand families; The awarded mother's allowance was paid to 241.8 thousand people in the amount of 6.5 billion tenge.Families with 4 or more minor children living together or full-time students under the age of 23 can apply for the state allowance for large families, regardless of their income.The amount of the payment is calculated based on the number of children and in 2025:- for families with 4 children - 16.03 MCI or 63,030 tenge;- for 5 children - 20.04 MCI or 78,798 tenge;- for 6 children - 24.05 MCI or 94,565 tenge;- for 7 children - 28.06 MCI or 110,332 tenge;- for families with 8 or more children - 4 MCI or 15,728 tenge for each child paid.The allowance for the awarded mother is awarded to mothers who have been awarded the "Altyn Alka", "Kumis Alka" medals or have previously received the title of "Batyr Ana", and have been awarded the "Ana Danky" orders of the 1st and 2nd degree.The allowance for the awarded mother is paid monthly in the following amounts:For mothers awarded the "Kumis Alka" medal - 6.40 MCI or 25,165 tenge;For mothers awarded the "Altyn Alka" medal or have previously received the title of "Batyr Ana", and have been awarded the "Ana Danky" orders of the 1st and 2nd degree - 7.40 MCI or 29,097 tenge.We note that from January 1, 2025, the amount of state benefits granted to families with children has increased by 6.5%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/939152
The President of the United World of Wrestling (UWW) visited sports facilities in the capital 21.02.2025
The President of the International Federation of United Wrestling, Nenad Lalovich, who arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit, toured the sports facilities in the capital and got acquainted with the progress of work.Mr. Nenad first visited the Qazaqstan Athletics Sports Complex, which was put into operation by the end of 2020. The sports complex has a certificate from the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). This certificate allows it to hold any competitions of the highest level here. The complex includes an athletics track with running tracks, a swimming pool, a hotel, a children's playground, a food court, a gym, a shot put area, and training areas for high and long jumps.The President of the International Federation of United World Wrestling Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov also visited the Wrestling Palace. The Wrestling Palace is a unique sports complex that can host international competitions in wrestling (Greco-Roman, freestyle, women's wrestling, judo, karate, taekwondo, mixed martial arts)."I am glad to be back in Astana! Your capitals have become more beautiful than ever, filled with magnificent, eye-catching buildings. Today, I visited several sports complexes that have opened the doors of Astana and turned it into a city of sports, and got acquainted with the excellent infrastructure. International-level sports facilities are of a very high level, built for the convenience of athletes and fans. Any of these facilities is capable of hosting international competitions,” Nenad Lalovich noted.
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The branch of the "K. Satpayev Canal" of the "Kazsuchar" institution, as part of preparations for the flood season, inspected electrical equipment and lifting mechanisms, and is clearing snow from pumping stations and approaches to dams 21.02.2025
The branch of the "K. Satpayev Canal" of the "Kazsuchar" institution, as part of preparations for the flood period, has checked electrical equipment and lifting mechanisms, is clearing snow from pumping stations and approaches to dams. A stock of fuel, special equipment and inert materials has been created. The reservoirs belonging to the branch are ready to receive flood waters.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/939025
Worker: Orazbekova Botakoz Sholpanovna 21.02.2025
A specialist who has worked in water management for almost 40 years and has made a great contribution to the development of the industry.He received his education at the Zhambyl Hydromelioration Construction Institute as a hydraulic engineer.He began his career in 1985 as an engineer at the Kazgiprovodkhoz branch in Taldykorgan.As a qualified specialist, he fulfilled the tasks assigned to him with great responsibility and achieved the professional goals set for himself at a high level.In 2023, he was awarded the breastplate "Water Management Excellence".Currently, he works in the Department of Regulation, Protection and Use of Water Resources in the Zhetysu region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/939026
Review of the news of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation last week 21.02.2025
10.02.KYZYLORDA REGIONFrom October 2024 to January of this year, 1 billion cubic meters of water was sent to the North Aral Sea. As a result of agreements reached with the countries of Central Asia, the total volume of water sent to the North Aral Sea by the end of March 2025 will reach 1.6 billion cubic meters.14.02.ASTANA As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, 8 projects for the construction and reconstruction of group water pipelines were completed in 6 regions of the country in 2024. This improved the quality of water supply to 49 settlements with a population of 208 thousand.13.02.FRANCE Specialists from the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation underwent an internship at the French Bureau of Geological and Mining Research (BRGM). During the internship, special attention will be paid to studying the BDLISA database, which provides access to information on groundwater, as well as new approaches to water resource management.11.02.ASTANAIn 2024, the Internal Audit Department of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation conducted inspections at 18 enterprises. As a result of the inspection, more than 30 individuals and legal entities were brought to administrative responsibility, and several officials were brought to disciplinary responsibility.11.02.ASTANAThe republican festival "City of Working Professions" was held at the EXPO International Exhibition Center. As part of the festival, future applicants received detailed information about working specialties in the water sector and the educational institutions they were interested in. Master classes, panel discussions, and a job fair will also be held.13.02.ASTANA First Vice Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Bolat Bekniyaz met with students and schoolchildren as part of the republican festival "City of Working Professions". The Vice Minister spoke about the work being done to release water into the Aral Sea and Lake Balkhash, international agreements, and increase the status of water professions.12.02.EKOThe "Kazsuchar" branch in the East Kazakhstan region has developed and approved an action plan to prepare for the safe passage of flood waters.Today, the main structures of the canals have been closed, and electrical equipment and lifting mechanisms have been inspected. A stock of inert materials for flood control measures has been prepared.13.02.AKMOLA REGION As part of preparations for the flood season, the Kazsuchar branch in the Akmola region is preparing inert materials, clearing the ridges of dams and areas of hydraulic structures from snow, as well as preparing equipment and special equipment.14.02.KARAGANDA REGIONAs part of preparations for the flood season, the Kazsuchar branch "K. Satpayev Canal" inspected electrical equipment and lifting mechanisms, and is clearing the entrances to pumping stations and dams from snow. The reservoirs belonging to the branch are ready to receive flood water.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/939027
TURKESTAN REGION, KAZYGURT DISTRICT 40 FAMILIES WERE GIVEN KEYS TO NEW APARTMENTS 21.02.2025
✔️Relevant work continues in the Turkestan region to provide the population with housing. Meanwhile, the construction of 5 2-story, 8-apartment residential buildings has been completed in the village of Kazygurt. Today, the Governor of the Turkestan region, Nuralkhan Kusherov, during a business trip to the district, handed over the keys to new apartments to 40 families on the housing waiting list.✔️– The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Kemelovich, instructed to carry out systematic work to provide the population with housing. The pace of construction is increasing every year in our region, and multi-storey buildings are being built. Today, the residents of Kazygurt are also filled with joy. I congratulate you all on your housing! – said Nuralkhan Kusherov.🔁The joyful residents expressed their gratitude to the citizens of the country.✔️The construction of these houses began in March last year and was completed at the end of the year. The construction was carried out by Urba Standard LLP. There are 8 apartments in 1 residential building. Among them, there are 2 1-room apartments (36.4 m²), 4 2-room apartments (59.4 and 52.2 m²) and 2 3-room apartments (74.8 m²).✔️It should be noted that since the establishment of the Turkestan region, that is, from 2018 to 2024, more than 14 thousand families have been provided with housing. Of these, 7,567 families were provided with communal housing, and 6,594 families were provided with mortgage housing through the "7-20-25" and "Family Bank" programs. If we look at the dynamics here, approximately 2,200 apartments are provided annually from the communal housing stock and through various mortgage programs. Last year alone, the country was provided with 1,174 communal houses and 977 residential mortgage houses. These works will continue systematically.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/939022
NURALKHAN KOSHEROV FAMILIARIZED WITH THE CONDITION OF FARMHOUSES AND SOCIAL FACILITIES IN KAZYGURT 21.02.2025
✔️The number of entrepreneurs turning to agriculture in the Kazygurt district is increasing. Among them, the potential of greenhouse farming is high. In this regard, the regional akim Nuralkhan Kusherov made a special business trip to the Kazygurt district and visited the "Saidusman Ata" farm located in the Turbat village.✔️The greenhouse produces 600 tons of vegetables per year and 5 million seedlings are planted. Of these, 360 tons of tomatoes and 240 tons of cucumbers are sold on the domestic market. The greenhouse area is 4 hectares. 1 hectare is used for seedlings, and the remaining 3 hectares are used for growing vegetables. 32 people are permanently employed here.📌During the visit, the regional akim reviewed the work of the greenhouse complex and instructed those responsible to intensify work in the agro-industrial direction. He said that the "Auyl Amanaty" project is an irreplaceable opportunity for the continuous development of the agricultural sector, and gave instructions to specialists to introduce new technologies and increase greenhouse capacity in order to diversify the field in the region.✔️Then, the head of the region visited the "Paseka Bal" farm in the Turbat agro-sector. He met with entrepreneurs and exchanged views on the development of the beekeeping industry. He got acquainted with the internal work of the enterprise.✔️The enterprise has 5 thousand beehives. 150 tons of honey are produced here per year, which is exported to the domestic market and neighboring countries, Uzbekistan and Russia. 20 employees work permanently at the production site, which has a total area of 18 hectares. In addition to honey production, greenhouse farming is actively developed in the apiary. Vegetables and roses are grown here.✔️The last point of the tour continued at the Zhanabazar rural central polyclinic, where the regional akim got acquainted with the renovation work of the institution. The specialists responsible for the construction of the building were reminded that the main focus should be on quality.✔️The multifunctional hospital is located on an area of 2.2 hectares. A total of 10 thousand people will be provided with medical services here. In 2024, the center began major repairs and was equipped with the necessary medical equipment. A fire alarm system, video surveillance systems were also installed, asphalting and landscaping were carried out. In addition, the internal electrical, water, sewage, ventilation and heating systems, internal and external doors were completely updated.✔️Today, based on the contract concluded with the companies "Ordamed", "Kazmedial", it is equipped with a digital X-ray diagnostic apparatus, a gynecological chair, an electrocardiograph, a dental unit, a coagulometer and other necessary equipment, as well as a new 4th category ambulance. The institution is connected to the natural gas system.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/939024
IRRIGATION DRAINS WILL BE BUILDING IN 14 PLACES IN KARATAU 21.02.2025
This year, in accordance with the requests of residents, construction of irrigation ditches will begin in settlements of the Karatau district where the risk of flooding has been identified.This project is an important step towards solving the problem of flooding, especially during rainy periods, improving the functioning of infrastructure, as well as ensuring the safety of residents of the district.The main goal of the ditch construction work is to protect local residents and the city's infrastructure from flooding. Within the framework of the project, irrigation ditches of various lengths will be built. For example, 260 meters of ditches will be constructed along Iirzhar Street in the "Sairam" residential area.In addition, 370 meters of ditches are planned to be constructed along Zhibek Zholy Street (near the car wash station) in the "Martobe" residential area, and along Orkeniet and Azharly Streets in the "Miras" microdistrict.In addition, about 700 meters of ditches are planned to be constructed along Tagilym Street (formerly Abay Street) and Orikzar Streets in the "Sairam" residential area. In addition, the main street leading to school No. 139 in the "Sairam" residential area is also included in this plan, and 200 meters of irrigation ditches will be constructed.Drain construction work will be carried out on 1,700 meters of unnamed streets in the residential area. 500 meters of Saremi Street will also become part of this large-scale project.And, a 50-meter ditch is planned to be built along Shapagat Street in the "Shapagat" microdistrict. It is planned to build a 350-meter ditch near 100 meters of the Academician's Town in the "Kaitpas" microdistrict and houses No. 135 A, B, B in the "Nursat" microdistrict.There are also works to build a 400-meter ditch on Children's Hospital Street in the "Nursat" microdistrict and Bakdaulet Street in the "Tasken" residential area. And Tasken, i.e. Baikent Street will be drained to a length of 100 meters.Also, 20 meters of construction work will be carried out to install a well on Kaharman Street in the "Kaitpas" microdistrict.This large-scale project is an important measure to prevent floods in the Karatau district. The construction of irrigation ditches will make a significant contribution to solving environmental and social problems, creating favorable conditions for the daily life of residents.After the completion of the project, the risk of flooding will be reduced, creating a safe and comfortable living environment for the residents of the district.In addition, these works are one of the important steps being taken to improve the infrastructure of the district and develop the territory.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/939023
Schedule of sports events to be held from February 17 to 23 21.02.2025
February 19-23 – Asian Cup in table tennis4 of our athletes will participate in the Yellow Continent Games.Venue: Shenzhen, China. February 17-28 – Women's Chess Grand Prix (3 rounds)Bibisara Asaubaeva will represent the country at the international tournament.Venue: Principality of Monaco. February 19-23 – Four Continents Figure Skating ChampionshipFour of our compatriots will compete in the competition.Venue: Seoul, South Korea. February 20-24 – BakuInternational indoor Meeting dedicated to Honorarycoach A. Antipov athletics tournamentFive of our athletes will compete in the competition in Baku.Venue: Baku, Azerbaijan. February 20-March 01 – Asian Fencing Championship among Juniors and Cadets24 athletes will represent the country at this competition.Venue: Al-Kuwait, Kuwait. February 20-23 – XVIII Kazakhstan Championship in the national sport "Kusbegilik" among adultsMore than 70 athletes from all regions and the cities of Astana, Almaty, Shymkent will participate in the competition.Venue: Petropavlovsk. February 20-25 – German Open Para Judo Championship10 domestic para athletes will compete in this competition. Venue: Heidelberg, Germany. February 21-22 – Open Water Swimming World Cup (1st round)4 of our compatriots will compete for prizes in the Cup competition.Venue: Hurghada, Egypt. February 21-27 – Asian Para Cycling Championship5 para cyclists from Kazakhstan will participate in the Asian Championship.Venue: Nilai, Malaysia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/939017
Target: Kazakhstan national team leads the Asian Cup with 14 medals 21.02.2025
The Asian Cup continues with a bang in the Thai capital, Bangkok. After a week of competition, the Kazakhstan team took 1st place with 5 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze medals.We present to your attention the winners:Gold:Kazakhstan men's team (Islam Satpayev, Konstantin Malinovsky, Nikita Shakhtorin) 10 m air rifle;Kazakhstan men's team (Konstantin Malinovsky, Elizaveta Bezrukova) 10 m, air rifle;Oleg Noskov (among juniors) 10 m, air rifle;Kirill Tsukanov (among juniors) 10 m, pistol;Kazakhstan men's team (Ramazan Intykbay, Kirill Tsukanov, Kirill Fed'kin) 10 m, pistol;Silver:Islam Satpayev, 10 m, air rifle;Valery Rakhimzhan 10 m, pistol;Kazakhstan women's team (Valeria Popelova, Irina Yunusmetova, Olga Aksenova)Kazakhstan youth team (Malika Seyil, Kirill Fed'kin) 10 m, pistol;Kazakhstan women's team (juniors) Malika Seyil, Saule Alimbek, Kristina Ustinova - 10 m, pistol;Kazakhstan men's team (juniors) Rinat Kazachenko, Oleg Noskov, Dmitry Kim, 10 m, pistol;Bronze:Alexandra Le, 10 m, air rifle;Kazakhstan youth team (Oleg Noskov, Anastasia Grigorieva) 10 m, air rifle;Kiril Fed'kin (juniors) 10 m, pistol;It should be noted that this year about 320 athletes from 23 countries of the continent gathered to compete. The Asian Cup will end on February 22. Singapore is coming in second place with 3 gold medals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/939018
Results of the "City of Working Professions" festival 21.02.2025
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/938997
A soldier received a leave of absence for outstanding service 21.02.2025
Infantry combat vehicle driver-mechanic Private Shakhman Muratov serves in military unit 31775 of the Karaganda garrison. The Minister of Defense, Colonel-General Ruslan Zhaksylykov, recently visited this unit.During a conversation with the soldiers, the head of the defense department drew attention to Shakhman Muratov's excellent knowledge of general military regulations and official duties. Taking into account his clear answers, his disciplined nature and the positive opinion of the commander, the Minister of Defense decided to encourage the young man with a 10-day leave.This was a real surprise for both the soldier and his family. When the soldier, holding flowers in his hands, met his mother and relatives, everyone was very surprised.Shahman is the first of seven children of Bakhytbek and Roza Muratov, and the youngest in the family is one and a half years old. - We understood our son's decision to join the army. A man should be able to make important decisions on his own, - said the soldier's mother.The soldier's grandmother, Dayla Maubayeva, was delighted with her grandson's coming of age and was very happy that he had come on vacation. The soldier's father was on a business trip, but he also spoke with his son via video call and expressed his gratitude to the leadership of the defense ministry.After completing his military service, Shakhman Muratov plans to enroll in the "Conscripts 2.0" program of the Ministry of Defense. Such an opportunity is provided after military service. Similarly, the best in combat training will be able to use the right to enter a higher education institution free of charge without passing the UNT.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/939007
PLAN 2025: 22 RESIDENTIAL HOUSES WILL BE MODERNIZED IN SHYMKENT 21.02.2025
This year, within the framework of the "Concept for the Development of Housing and Communal Infrastructure until 2026", it is planned to carry out a major overhaul of the total property of 22 multi-storey residential buildings in the city. In particular: 15 residential buildings in Al-Farabi district, 6 in Turan district, and 1 in Enbekshi district will undergo major repairs.It should be noted that last year, 15 multi-storey residential buildings in the city underwent current and major repairs. Major renovation works for modernization are being carried out on a refundable basis in accordance with the application to the local executive bodies with 70 percent agreement from the owners of the premises. Residents can apply to Turgyn Uy Shymkent LLP for major renovation works carried out at the expense of refundable funds. Address: 12 "A" 3rd floor, Republic Avenue. “Turgyn Uy Shymkent” LLPPress service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/938993
PLAN 2025: STREETS IN AL FARABI DISTRICT WILL BE COMPLETELY ASPHALTED 21.02.2025
There are 390 streets, avenues and overpasses in the district with a length of 260 kilometers. 365 streets are asphalt, 25 streets are gravel. In order to create a comfortable environment for local residents, asphalt will be laid on 25 streets this year.To satisfy the requests of city residents, asphalt roads in the courtyards of 344 multi-storey residential buildings will be put in order based on the concept of "A State that Listens to the Voice of the People".Currently, 314 of the 390 streets in the district are illuminated. This year, streetlights were installed on 76 streets, and the illumination indicator by the end of the year is 100%.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/938994
FIRST DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER OF THE RK ARRIVED ON A WORKING VISIT TO SHYMKENT 21.02.2025
During his working visit to our city, the First Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar got acquainted with the main infrastructure and investment projects. The purpose of the visit was to assess initiatives aimed at improving the urban environment, improving the quality of life of the population and strengthening the economic potential of the region.One of the facilities was the Shymkent railway station, which was renovated in 2024. Its area was doubled, and its throughput capacity increased to 6,000 passengers per day. Investment in the project amounted to 1.1 billion tenge.In addition, the First Deputy Prime Minister got acquainted with the activities of the Schoolchildren's Palace No. 2 for 500 children. Here, students are provided with conditions for science, art and sports. The implementation of the project, the total cost of which is 254 million tenge, was a vivid example of improving the educational infrastructure of the city.The delegation also got acquainted with the work of the "Bozaryk" substation, which was transferred to trust management and provides electricity to 250 thousand people.Furthermore, Roman Sklyar got acquainted with the construction progress of the "Alsera KZ" greenhouse complex. The large investment project is aimed at providing the region with fresh vegetables and creating 5 thousand new jobs. The total investment volume is $650 million, and the planned production capacity is 155 thousand tons of products per year.The issues of improvement were considered, in particular, the construction of the Shymcity park and the opening of the Tulip Hall congress hall with a capacity of 2 thousand seats.In addition, Roman Sklyar got acquainted with the work of the international logistics center - the vegetable warehouse of NMI-Yug LLP. The facility is located near the airport and the Western Europe - Western China highway. The center with a Cross Docking system for rapid cargo processing will significantly accelerate the delivery of agricultural products to the domestic and foreign markets.In addition, the Coca-Cola Almaty Bottlers JV LLP plant, which provides the region with an additional 100 new jobs and has an investment volume of 27 billion tenge, was also examined.Another point of the working trip was the new terminal of Shymkent airport. It was opened in December 2024 on the instructions of the Head of State. SCAT invested 24 billion tenge in the implementation of the agricultural project.In 2024, the gross regional product of Shymkent increased by 12%, the volume of construction by 27%, and the commissioning of residential buildings by 42%. The volume of attracted investments increased by 9%, 12 large projects worth 78.2 billion tenge were implemented, and more than 1 thousand jobs were created. In addition, 293 projects worth a total of 225 billion tenge were implemented in the industrial zones of the city. Thanks to the creation of this favorable investment climate and the implementation of large-scale projects in the processing industry, more than 8 thousand jobs were created.First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar highly appreciated the pace of implementation of these projects, noting their importance for the socio-economic development of Shymkent and the region as a whole. According to him, such initiatives will contribute to improving the urban environment, creating new jobs and strengthening the economy of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/938996
New sports complex opened in Kopa village 21.02.2025
The eagerly awaited new hangar-type sports complex opened its doors in the village of Kopa.The event dedicated to the grand opening of the complex began with the blessing of the village elder. The mothers of the village traditionally threw a party and distributed baursak to the guests. The joy of the residents knew no bounds. The youth of the village can now engage in various sports and spend their free time effectively.The district akim Nurkhan Tleumuratov, who participated in the opening ceremony of the new complex, congratulated the gathered public."The future of the district's sports is in the hands of today's youth. We firmly believe that future champions will emerge from the village of Kopa and defend the honor of not only our district, but also the entire country in international competitions.On this joyful day, I wish you all good health, well-being for your families, and success in your work," said the district head.The new sports complex was built in accordance with modern requirements and is fully equipped. It has basketball, volleyball, wrestling, mini-football fields and gyms. Also, a football field and a workout zone have been installed on the territory of the complex, and all sports equipment has been updated. Athletes have begun their first training on the volleyball, football and wrestling fields.The opening ceremony of the sports complex was attended by villagers, the district akim and the deputy head of the regional department of physical culture and sports, Shyngyz Shokpytov, who expressed their congratulations.Construction work began in May 2024 and was fully completed in December. The total cost of the project is 452.8 million tenge. The customer is the district construction department, the general contractor is AimarStroyService LLP, and the technical supervisor is Grand Tower Service LLP.Village elders and residents also expressed their gratitude. Village elders Zholdas Nurymkanov and Badegul Buzaubaeva expressed their gratitude for the good deeds being done for the benefit of the country and gave their blessings. Also, Ulugbek Kaliolla, the coach of the sports complex, noted that the new facility is a great opportunity for teenagers and sports fans.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938995
Asian Games-2025: Which victory is special? 21.02.2025
⛸️🥇The men's team won a historic gold medal in the 5,000-meter short track, which is included in the Olympic program. Of the 137 athletes who went to the Winter Asian Games, only Denis Nikisha won the silver medal at the World Championships.✅🥉The composition of Chinese athletes:🥇🥇2-time Olympic champion and 8-time world champion Shaong Liu🥇Pyeongchang Olympic champion and 9-time world champion Lim Hyo Jun🥇Pyeongchang Olympic champion and 3-time world champion Shandor Shaolin Liu🥈World Championship silver medalist Sun Lung✅4️⃣Famous rivals in South Korea:🥈Beijing Olympic silver medalist Park Chan Hyuk🥇World champion Park Chi Won⛷️🥇The historic gold medal of Roman Ivanov and Sherzod Khashirbayev in synchronized freestyle acrobatics.✅Beijing Olympic champion, 2-time world champion Qi Guangpu ⛸️🥈Silver medal in the women's 3,000-meter short track race. The main favorite left South Korea without a medal. ✅4️⃣South Korea's lineup:🥇🥇2-time Olympic champion and 10-time world champion Sim Seok-hee🥇🥇2-time world champion Noh Do-hee🥇World champion Kim Gong-hee🥈World Championship silver medalist Lee So-yeon⛸️🥈Silver medalist of the world championship in the 2,000-meter short track mixed team race. During the race, China, which was made up of the strongest, was left without a medal. 4️⃣The lineup of Chinese athletes in the final:🥇🥇2-time Olympic champion and 8-time world champion Shaong Liu🥇Beijing Olympic champion and 10-time world champion Fan Kexin🥇Pyeongchang Olympic champion and 9-time world champion Lim Hyo-jun⛸️🥈In the 100-meter speed skating race, Evgeny Koshkin won his first medal at this distance, leaving behind world championship silver medalist Kim Jun-ho (South Korea).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/938989
Asian Games-2025: In which competitions were the first prizes awarded? 21.02.2025
A record 11 prizes were awarded in freestyle acrobatics in China, and several new disciplines were added.🆕⛷️🥇Roman Ivanov and Sherzod Khashirbayev won their first prizes in the freestyle acrobatics synchronized jumping competition.🆕⛷️🥈15-year-old Asylkhan Asan, Sherzod Khashirbayev, and Ayana Zholdas won silver medals in the mixed team freestyle acrobatics competition.🆕⛷️🥉Ardana Mahanova and Ayana Zholdas won the bronze medal.🆕⛸️🥈In the mixed team competition at a distance of 2,000 meters in short track, Adil Galiakhmetov, Denis Nikisha, Abzal Azhigaliev, Mersaid Zhaksybayev, Yana Khan, Malika Ermek, Alina Azhgaliyeva, Olga Tikhonova became the first-time medalists.🆕⛸️🥈In the 100-meter speed skating, Evgeny Koshkin finished second.🆕⛸️🥉In the team sprint speed skating competition, Nadezhda Morozova, Kristina Silaeva, and Daria Vazhenina entered the top three.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/938990
The East Kazakhstan Region Akimat and the Department of Emergency Situations are monitoring the situation 21.02.2025
In the East Kazakhstan region, the "112" console received about 50 calls from 9 districts.There was no information about the victims.No avalanches or mudslides were registered. Information about the earthquake was brought to the attention of the region's residents.Explanatory work was carried out with residents, there was no panic or excitement among the population.Information about the earthquake was promptly published on all social media pages of the EKO Emergency Situations Department: Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, as well as on the EKO Emergency Situations Department website and in the media.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/938980