Almaty, January 17, 2025 – Zhanibek Abdrashov, Ambassador–at-Large and Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, held a meeting with Amir Pirich, Director of the United Nations Regional Office for Education, Science and Culture for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.The parties summed up the results of cooperation in 2024, noting significant achievements in the implementation of projects to address water issues and combat climate change. Particular attention was paid to Kazakhstan's initiative to establish the United Nations Regional Center for Sustainable Development for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty, which received the support of all countries in the region and the UN Secretary-General.The UNESCO representative stressed the importance of further expanding partnership relations and noted the visit of UNESCO Director General Audrey Azoulay in 2023 as an important step in the development of bilateral cooperation.Special attention was paid to the UNESCO Global Youth Forum, which will be held on February 19-20, 2025 in Almaty and will become a platform for exchanging views and developing solutions in the field of education, science and culture among the youth of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/922948

State Councilor of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Karin presented state scholarships in the field of culture to famous cultural and artistic figures.75 figures of literature and art of our country became scholarship holders.The scholarship awarded annually is evidence of the state's support and care for cultural and artistic figures, creative workers and young talents, as well as a sign of respect for their contribution to the development of Kazakhstan's culture and its popularization in the world.The state scholarship was awarded to such masters of literature and art as Asanali Ashimov, Ilya Zhakanov, Bibigul Tulegenova, Olzhas Suleimenov, Nurgali Nusipzhan, Meruert Utekeshova, Dulat Isabekov, Tolen Abdik, Yuri Aravin, Serzhan Shakrat, Amandos Akanaev, Tatiana Tarskaya, Gulver Razieva and others.In addition, government support was provided to Cannes Film Festival laureate Samal Yeslyamova, ballerina Tatiana Ten, opera soloist Maksat Samatov and other young talents.Scholarship holders who have received financial support from the state are given the opportunity to continue their creative activities. This scholarship not only stimulates the development of culture and art in the country, but also contributes to the implementation of new ideas and projects. AkordaSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/921317

In 2025, the Abylkhan Kasteev State Museum of Art of the Republic of Kazakhstan celebrates a significant event — the 90th anniversary of its founding.Today, the museum's collection includes more than 26,000 works of art reflecting the entire palette of cultural and historical heritage of Kazakhstan. It contains paintings, graphics and sculptures, including authentic masterpieces included in the golden fund of art of Kazakhstan.A significant section is represented by the decorative and applied art of Kazakhstan - the national source of spirituality and tradition, which came from antiquity and has survived to our time.An extensive program has been prepared for the museum's 90th anniversary, which will emphasize the rich history and versatility of its activities.An important event will be the opening of the new hall "Contemporary Art of Kazakhstan", which will feature works by the country's leading artists.The museum will also return to its origins by presenting a retrospective photo exhibition. Visitors will be presented with unique archival documents and photographs. Special attention will be paid to scientific, stock, exhibition, and excursion activities since 1935. Along with this, photographs of numerous exhibition projects and large-scale events that are taking place to this day will be shown. This is a story about the history, formation and development of the museum and its collection from its origins to the present day.Another exhibition will be dedicated to the jubilee artists who entered the history of fine art in Kazakhstan.A significant part of the anniversary program will be the publication of the two-volume catalog "Modern decorative and applied Art of Kazakhstan". The catalog will cover products made of metal, ceramics, textiles and other materials created from 1938 to the 2020s.The exhibition "Reborn Masterpieces" will present about 100 restored works, which will be accompanied by passports with a description of the restoration work done and photographs "before" and "after". The older generation of restorers will be invited to the exhibition, who have put a lot of effort and labor into giving numerous works an expositional appearance.The anniversary year will also be marked by a number of major international exhibitions that will strengthen Kazakhstan's cultural dialogue with the world.The most important project of the year is intended to be a visiting exhibition of works by Abylkhan Kasteev from the Museum's collection at the State Tretyakov Gallery. It is planned to present unique works of graphics and watercolors by the master – a retrospective exhibition of 50 works will reflect all stages of the artist's creative development and present it to the Russian audience.The international project dedicated to the 120th anniversary of Ural Tansykbayev, organized by the Cultural Development Fund of Uzbekistan, will unite the collections of leading museums in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.The international exhibition of the National Museum of China will feature over 50 works: original Chinese paintings, sculptures, composite materials, watercolors, gouache and lacquer paintings.The Kasteev Readings, an annual international scientific and practical conference that unites art and museum researchers, will become a traditional event of the year. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/921812

Taking into account the latest trends and reader demand in the field of book publishing, the Russian literary portal adebiportal.kz continues to be updated with new works by the authors in the audiobook format.Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's audiobook "The Word about the Father" has become a novelty of the portal. The biopic is dedicated to the founder of the detective genre in Kazakh literature, Kemel Tokayev.In the book, the author shares personal memories of the life and work of his famous father, focusing the reader's attention on the key moments of Kemel Tokayev's biography: childhood, participation in the Great Patriotic War, becoming a writer. The author dedicated a separate chapter to his mother, Turar Shabarbayeva, who became a faithful companion of life, the keeper of the hearth and the inspiration of the writer's work.The book is imbued with the President's reflections on family values, duty and responsibility, and the legacy of the older generation. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's sincere feelings make this work deep and meaningful for the younger generation.Kemel Tokayev left a vivid mark in the Russian literature of the twentieth century; his works were recognized by colleagues, critics, readers and became bestsellers in Kazakhstan and the Soviet Union.The President's audiobook will also be available in the Kitap apps.kz, Topiq.kz, Kazneb.kz.In the near future, as part of the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory on the adebiportal portal.kz will host audio books by Kazakhstani front-line writers: Bauyrzhan Momyshuly "Artymyzda Moskva" ("Moscow is behind us: Notes of an officer"), Takhaoui Akhtanov "Kaharly Kunder" ("Terrible Days"), Abdizhamil Nurpeyisov "Kutken kun" (The Long-awaited Day), Azilkhan Nurshayikov "Akikat pen aız" ("The Truth and the Legend"), Kemel Tokayev "Soldier sogyska ketti" ("The soldier went to war"), Kasym Amanzholov "Akyn olimi turaly ayz" ("The legend of the poet's death"), etc.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/922532

On January 20, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan will hold a press conference on "Emergency rescue operations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in winter and measures taken." The speaker will be Aslan Uakishev, Deputy Head of the Emergency Response Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Links to the broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/user/ortcomkz https://ru-ru.facebook.com/ortcomkz. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/920242

On January 20, 2025, the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a press conference on "Emergency rescue operations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in winter and measures taken." The speaker was Deputy Head of the Emergency Response Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aslan Uakishev. The Ministry of Emergency Situations carried out a set of organizational and practical measures to prepare for the winter period. In order to assess the readiness of management bodies, forces and means of civil protection services to respond to emergencies in the winter period, from November 21 to November 22, 2024, the Kys - 2024 RCSHU was conducted with the headquarters of the leadership from the city of Kokshetau, Akmola region. Based on the analysis of emergency situations in previous years, the main focus was on working out actions for possible accidents on water supply, heating, power supply systems, as well as congestion on highways. The operational groups of the regions have worked out introductory exercises based on local climatic features. In order to promptly respond to emergencies in the winter period of 2024-2025, the order of the Ministry of Emergency Situations approved the grouping of forces and means of 37.4 thousand people and 13.6 thousand units of equipment, and defined the tasks of central state and local executive bodies. According to the Ministry of Transport, 1,437 units of snow removal equipment have been put on standby, 174 units of new road maintenance equipment have been purchased, and 241 additional units of road cleaning equipment have been leased. 1,548 heating points have been prepared for injured people on the roads in winter. Since the beginning of winter, storm warnings have been issued 1,300 times, and highways of national and regional significance have been closed 390 times. More than 1,468 people were rescued and evacuated, including 149 children, and about 208 pieces of equipment were rescued from snowdrifts. The issues of informing the population about the threats of emergencies, worsening weather conditions, the closure of roads in the republic and other emergency messages are under special control. So, in order to warn the population, about 1,800 thousand SMS messages were sent about the deterioration of weather conditions. 1,700,000 warning notifications were sent through the Darmen mobile application. Over 70 times, tele- and radio interception of channels has been carried out to deliver emergency information. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reminds citizens of recommendations in winter: Before planning trips outside the locality, it is necessary to study the weather forecast for the upcoming route. Specify which roads may be closed to traffic. Information can be viewed on the website of NC Kazavtozhol with a detailed map of the closed areas, or specified by calling the unified telephone number 1403, or by calling the rescue service 112, as well as using the Darmen mobile application; When you receive an official storm warning from the 112 service, refrain from traveling or leaving populated areas. If there is an urgent need to get to any locality, use rail transport, this significantly increases the chances of avoiding snow jams and accidents. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reminded how to prepare a personal car for winter in advance Equip the car with additional, but extremely necessary luggage, which will allow you to survive in an emergency situation.: - a canister (at least 20 liters) with a fuel reserve and a funnel for refueling; - awning or car cover, at least 4*3m in size (preferably bright in color, which will make your car visible at a great distance. With it, you can hide the car from the snow and create a small living space nearby); - trench tools (a shovel is required, an axe and a hacksaw); - tow rope; - a thermos of tea and a stock of products (which do not require cooking - stew, canned food, smoked sausages, 10-15 liters of water, tea bags, sugar, biscuits, etc.); - a gas burner or blowtorch; - a flashlight and spare batteries for it; - GPS navigator (if not available, you can use a smartphone); - a spare set of warm clothes. The most important thing is that the car is in good technical condition. Tips from rescuers: if a blizzard is caught on the road and visibility is deteriorating If you are caught in a blizzard on the road and visibility is deteriorating, you must: 1. Turn on the fog lights, as well as the alarm. 2. The speed should be gradually reduced to ensure maximum safe braking in case of obstacles. Keep your distance in front of the car in front and avoid overtaking maneuvers. 3. During a snowstorm, blizzard, or in conditions of limited visibility, it is best to get to the nearest safe place (gas station, cafe, tire repair center, camping). You should not stop right on the side of the road. 4. If you can't move and you realize that you can't get out without help, don't panic, immediately call the emergency numbers 112 or 102. In the event that the emergency services have decided to escort vehicles in convoys.: - follow the rules of the road; - observe the speed limit set by the accompanying emergency services; - move strictly in a column, keep only behind the car that was followed from the checkpoint.; - keep a distance from the car in front, allowing you to apply timely; - do not overtake the cars ahead; - monitor the environment. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/920849

The 2nd year cadets of the M. Gabdullin Academy of Civil Protection took part in the international online Olympiad. The event was held on the basis of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "Siberian Fire and Rescue Academy" of the State Fire Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia. The Olympiad was attended by university students from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, the Republic of Belarus and Russia. Cadet Maxim Gitlein took 1st place in the subject "Life safety", cadets Anastasia Kryukova and Margulan Zhumagali took 3rd place in the discipline "Natural Science in fire and rescue". The supervisor, lecturer of the Department of General Technical Disciplines of Information Systems and Technologies of the Alibi Moldakhmetov Academy was awarded a letter of thanks from the organizers for preparing cadets for the Olympiad. "It is a great honor for us to see our cadets achieve high results in the international arena. Their success is the result of hard work and a desire for knowledge. These achievements confirm the high level of our academy and the seriousness of our approach to training future specialists in the field of civil protection," said Alibi Moldakhmetov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/921980

Since the beginning of the year, the program "Altyn Zhas" has been launched in Karaganda region. This is the initiative of the head of the region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev. His personal reception is often complained about by older people and cannot find a job. The program is in demand. In less than a month, about a hundred people were employed.The program is financed from the regional budget. Its peculiarity is that employers who accept a pensioner for their team will be subsidized by half of his salary, but not more than one minimum wage (in 2025 – 85 thousand tenge). But even with this restriction, the increase in pensions is not bad, because the employer also adds so much.One of the first to receive retired teachers were private educational centers.Dariya Nurekina worked as a primary school teacher in a rural school for 44 years. He retired eight years ago. She moved to the city with her children from the village of Akzhal, Shet district."I don't want to stay at home, I want help. Seeing a message about such a program on Instagram, I decided to try it. I went to the Career Center. Since January 8, I have been working here, in the development center. I deal with children, help them prepare for school. I like everything: my favorite job, near the Central House – I come on foot, - says Dariya Nurekina.According to the administrator of the center Aida Uteuova, up to 50 children visit them every day. Many parents prefer older, more experienced teachers, so they are happy to find a new useful employee. According to the" Altyn Zhas " program, another pensioner – a former university teacher-has been coming to work at the center since February. She teaches English to children.Lyazzat Asylbekova has been working as a primary school teacher in Tomar village of Karkaraly district for more than 40 years. Last year he retired and moved to Karaganda. In January, according to the program, he settled in a new mini-Center, which opened in one of the new high-rise buildings in the Southeast. Every day he comes to work from Maikudu.- Thank you for creating the program! For pensioners, this is a good support. I love children. My health allows me to work. Do not stay at home if it is in order! If you keep locking yourself in four walls, you will quickly grow old. And here I feel needed, everyone benefits: we give our experience to young people, and you can learn something new from them, – Lyazzat Asylbekova invites her peers to participate in the program.The pensioner wants to collect additional income and visit Kazakhstan.- For official employment of older people, a special program "Altyn Zhas" has been developed. It is intended for residents of the region who are retired, but have a lot of strength and want to increase their income. More than 180 thousand pensioners live in Karaganda region, – said Nurzhan Syzdykov, head of the Center for labor mobility in Karaganda region. – To date, 146 employers have expressed their desire to participate in the program. 96 people were sent to work. Basically, they are primary school teachers, accountants, managers, security guards. There are no restrictions on specialties, we can find work in different specialties.This year, it is planned to employ 400 people under the Altyn Zhas program, and in the following years their number will increase.Applications for participation in the program are accepted at Career Centers of all cities and districts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922555

Today, a significant event took place in the city of Rudny – two apartment buildings were put into operation. The keys to 122 new apartments were given to waiting lists, including large families and people with disabilities. The Governor of the region visited the new settlers, congratulating them on this important event, and wished them well-being, health and comfort in their new homes.Implementation of the instructions of the Head of StateProviding citizens with high–quality housing is one of the key areas outlined by the Head of State. Relevant instructions are being successfully implemented in Kostanay region. The results are impressive:In 2024, 500,000 square meters of housing were commissioned, which made it possible to provide more than 5,000 families with new apartments.Significant funds have been allocated for the purchase of rental housing. Last year, 940 apartments were purchased, which is 5.7 times more than in 2023.This year, it is planned to purchase 1,500 more apartments, which will provide housing for even more needy families.In addition, the reconstruction of old buildings in Rudny continues. Since 2023, 11 apartment buildings with a total area of more than 28 thousand square meters have been restored. This work continues to give a new lease of life to the city's infrastructure.Development of industrial potentialAnother important facility of Rudny was the Kazogneupor plant, an enterprise that produces refractory materials for various industries. The plant's products are in demand not only in Kazakhstan, but also on international markets: about 70% of the products are exported.The company is actively modernizing. A technical re-equipment program is being implemented, aimed at increasing productivity and competitiveness.:The total amount of investments in reconstruction and development is 6.9 billion tenge.In 2023, 1.7 billion tenge was invested, in 2024 – 3.2 billion tenge, and in 2025 another 2 billion tenge is planned.The launch of new production lines will increase the volume of products by 2 times.Government support plays an important role in the development of the enterprise. In 2024, thanks to the fixing of raw material prices, the plant was able to stabilize production and increase output with high profitability.Under the control of the regional leadershipEach of these projects, whether it is providing citizens with housing or developing industrial potential, is under the personal control of the akim of the region. This approach allows you to quickly resolve emerging issues, ensure the effectiveness of tasks and achieve high results.Kostanay region is steadily moving forward, implementing large-scale projects that create comfortable conditions for residents and strengthen the region's economy. Housing construction and modernization of industrial facilities are key areas that serve as the basis for the further development of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/922919

A storm warning continues to be in effect in the Karaganda region. Strong winds and snowstorms will remain in most of the region. In addition, from January 22 to January 24, a sharp drop in air temperature to minus 34 degrees is expected in the region.In such weather, due to improper use of heating devices, overloading of electrical networks and related violations of fire safety rules, the risk of fire increases, representatives of the Emergency Department of the Karaganda region noted at a briefing at the site of the Regional Communications Service."In order to keep warm, our residents sometimes neglect fire safety rules by connecting several electrical appliances to the same network, which leads to short circuits and further fire," says Duman Daleshev, deputy head of the Emergency Department for the Karaganda region. – Therefore, we recommend using only those heating sources that are provided in an apartment building.Thus, according to the Department of Emergency Situations, 139 fires have been registered in the residential sector in the region since the beginning of the heating season, where nine people were injured and 11 died. In addition, six people received carbon monoxide poisoning. Rescuers are asked to strictly observe fire safety measures.:- do not leave unopened cigarettes and matches;- use only serviceable furnaces, gas and electric appliances;- timely clean the chimney of soot (once every three months);- do not overheat the oven or over-heat the heating stoves;- do not entrust children with the furnace heating.The Department of Emergency Situations also draws the attention of residents to compliance with the rules of operation of household gas appliances.:- do not place gas cylinders near heating devices, especially when moving them from a cold room to a warm one.;- do not leave unattended operating gas appliances;- do not use an open flame to detect a gas leak;- the use of gas appliances by children is strictly prohibited. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/921833

Honored Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan Azamat Zheltyrguzov will perform on the stage of the Shalkyma Concert Hall in Karaganda on January 26. It starts at 17:00.The works of the great composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky will be performed by baritone Azamat Zheltyrguzov for Karaganda residents. He is a soloist of the E. Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic and the K. Baiseitova National Opera and Ballet Theater. In the latter, Azamat Zheltyrguzov performs roles in Tchaikovsky's operas "Eugene Onegin" and "Iolanta" on a regular basis.Virtuoso pianist Rosa Shotkalieva will play the piano for the Karaganda residents this evening. She, like Azamat Zheltyrguzov, is an artist of the E. Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic. Roza Shotkalieva is a winner and laureate of both national and international competitions.Firuza Rakhmetova, soloist of the Rakhmadiev Philharmonic, and Rysty Rakhymzhan, vocalist of the Karaganda Concert Association named after K. Bayzhanov, will also take part in the concert.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922125

The Polytech team of Karaganda Technical University named after Abylkas Saginov took the second place at the republican futsal tournament in Ekibastuz. 30 sports teams from different cities of Kazakhstan participated in the competition.Polytech started the tournament in Group A, where they defeated the teams Arlan (Pavlodar), 1994 (Ekibastuz) and Samgau (Pavlodar), ensuring their entry into the 1/4 finals.In the quarterfinals, the Karaganda team confidently defeated the "Nomad" from the Pavlodar region with a score of 5:2. In the semifinals, they faced a strong opponent, the Alim team from Pavlodar. This match turned out to be difficult, and the only penalty goal scored in the first half was decisive in favor of Polytech.The final was a real challenge for the team. In a tense struggle that lasted until the last minute, Polytech lost the match with the Alim team with a score of 2:4 and took second place.Despite losing in the final, the team showed a great performance.According to the press service of Karaganda Technical University named after Abylkas Saginov Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922198

About 180 measures have already been carried out in preparation for floods in the Karaganda region. 65 kilometers of protective dams and ramparts have been erected and reinforced, 26 kilometers of drainage and drainage systems have been cleaned, and more than 18 kilometers of riverbeds have been rehabilitated. Culverting capacity has been increased on 75 sections of roads. Stocks of fuel, lubricants and inert materials, bags and food have been made.Representatives of responsible departments, as well as akims of cities and districts, reported on the work done to prepare for the flood period to the head of the Karaganda region, Ermaganbet Bulekpayev."From March 1, the forces and means of the territorial subsystem of civil protection will be put on high alert," says Margulan Amanbayev, head of the Emergency Department. These are 4,125 personnel and 1,754 pieces of equipment, including units of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, military command authorities and the police department.To date, the situation remains stable: the rivers are in winter mode, the snow level covers the territory of the region by 100%. Sanitary water discharges are carried out from the Samarkand and Intumak reservoirs to prevent overflow.According to Kazhydromet, water reserves in the snow exceed the norm for the Nur River, but remain close to the norm for Sherubainura and Tokrauyn. The depth of soil freezing is less than last year's values, which reduces the risk of flooding.— Any risks that may arise should be considered in detail. We must be prepared for any situation," the head of the region emphasized. — We have an action plan, and all services should work out it clearly in order to ensure the safety of residents of the region during the flood season. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922209

Employees of the Belodymovsky branch of the Buiratau National Nature Park, located in the Osakarovsky district of the Karaganda region, do not leave marals and bison without food in winter frosts. The animals graze on 400 hectares of the park.It would be extremely difficult for local inhabitants to survive without outside help in a snowy and frosty winter: snow covered with an ice crust prevents them from foraging on their own. Therefore, the rangers set up feeders with grain, hay and birch brooms.A real forest canteen was set up for them in the national park. A menu is provided for everyone. For example, marals feast on grain. Other forest dwellers, foxes and hares, are also not ignored. True, they usually get their own food in winter, but they can also eat from feeders.According to the akimat of Osakarovsky districtSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922405

Measures are being taken in the Karaganda region to stabilize potato prices and prevent an increase in the cost of socially significant products.Akim of the region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed to conclude memoranda with agricultural companies for guaranteed supplies of potatoes to retail outlets at fixed prices. And also to continue monitoring prices for socially important goods in order to avoid excessive margins.53 thousand tons of potatoes are stored in the warehouses of agricultural enterprises in the region, and the total stock, including the stabilization fund and retail chains, is 61.6 thousand tons — this is enough to cover the needs of the population in the off-season.Currently, 3.2 thousand tons of potatoes have already been supplied under forward contracts, as well as the required amount of other vegetables, which fully covers the needs of the region in the off-season. Deliveries are also continuing according to the reverse scheme.The Department of Trade and Consumer Protection of the region and the Akimat of Karaganda, in order to prevent exceeding the 15% trade premium for socially important food products, including potatoes, held a meeting with representatives of retail chains. To date, two entrepreneurs have been brought to administrative responsibility for exceeding the trade allowance for potatoes. An inspection was ordered for another outlet.The Department of Economic Investigations has been instructed to investigate the facts of non-compliance with trade margins. Measures will be taken for all violations.There are enough stocks of essential goods in the region to meet the needs of residents, and work on price stabilization will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922554

In the Karaganda Children's Library named after Abai, one of the bookcases is dedicated to famous anniversaries of the region. It presents books about people who have made a significant contribution to the development of the city and the region.This year's exhibition is dedicated to the 130th anniversary of Nygmet Nurmakov, a statesman and public figure from the Karaganda region; the 100th anniversary of the scientist in the field of chemistry and metallurgy, writer, poet academician Yevney Buketov; the 85th anniversary of the famous journalist, publicist, member of the Union of Journalists of Kazakhstan, writer and poet Valery Mogilnitsky; the 75th anniversary of the poet, translator and the winner of the state prize Serik Aksunkarula.The exhibition will run until the end of the year and will be updated as new editions become available.The library invites young residents of Karaganda to get acquainted with the life and work of famous people in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922571

The exhibition "Winter that only seems white" will be held at the Karaganda Regional Museum of Fine Arts. Children from 4 to 17 years old will present their works.All of them are made in different genres and techniques. Their authors are pupils of the Karaganda Center for Development and Creativity "Create".In total, the exhibition will feature more than 400 works in the genre of painting, graphics, composition, modeling, etc.The exhibition opens on January 23 at 3 p.m. It will last until February 2.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/922655

The Minister of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan met with the head of KazatompromThe Minister of Science and Higher Education met with the Chairman of the Board of JSC NAC Kazatomprom, Meirzhan Yusupov at the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. The results of the scientific and technological session were summed up on the agenda and prospects for further cooperation in the field of science and technology were discussed.During the meeting, a report was presented on the results of the EOM scientific and technological session organized in September 2024 in Kyzylorda with the support of NAC Kazatomprom JSC. The event addressed current scientific and production tasks, such as the development of technologies for the extraction of rare earth metals, protection of equipment from wear and corrosion, as well as improving the efficiency of ion exchange sorption processes. As a result of the event, 25 tasks were proposed, 6 prototypes of solutions were created and 2 technical specifications were prepared.One of the key results was the terms of reference for the development of environmentally sustainable methods to increase the efficiency of uranium extraction, as well as innovative methods for underground uranium leaching in difficult mining and geological conditions.The scientific and technical activities of NAC Kazatomprom JSC were also presented at the meeting and areas for further cooperation with the scientific community were identified.At the end of the meeting, a ceremony was held to award the participants of the session with letters of thanks for their contribution to the development of Russian science and technology, with the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and JSC NAC Kazatomprom. The document is aimed at strengthening cooperation between science and the uranium industry, which will contribute to the introduction of scientific and innovative technologies and the development of strategically important industries.Minister S.Nurbek stressed that such events create an effective platform for combining the efforts of science and business, which is especially important in the context of increasing Kazakhstan's competitiveness in the global arena.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/921631

THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE A PRESTIGIOUS AMERICAN DIPLOMA AT A DRUG FARM: A JOINT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM WITH THE ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY HAS BEEN ANNOUNCEDThe joint program of Narkhoz University and the Illinois Institute of Technology allows graduates to receive two diplomas immediately after graduation – American and Kazakh.On January 13, 2025, an institutional partnership agreement was signed in Chicago between Narkhoz University and the Illinois Institute of Technology."The dual degree program with the Illinois Institute of Technology is an important step in providing students from Kazakhstan with knowledge and skills that meet international standards. Narkhoz University offers unique opportunities that open the way to a global career in the IT-tech industry and the development of this sector in our country. This partnership testifies to the University's high reputation in the international educational arena. The international recognition of Narkhoz is also confirmed by the results in global ratings and accreditations," said Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As part of the cooperation, a double degree program will be implemented, which involves obtaining two bachelor's degrees from Kazakh and American universities in IT specialties in the 4+0 format. In other words, students will complete the entire cycle of study (four years) in Kazakhstan at Narkhoz University and will receive two diplomas after graduation. However, if they wish, they can also spend from a month to a year at the Illinois Institute of Technology – in this case, the training will take place in the 3+1 format."Partnerships between universities in Kazakhstan and top universities in the United States, such as Penn State, the University of Arizona, and the University of Minnesota, make it possible to strengthen the training of Kazakhstani specialists in dual degree educational programs according to the best international standards. Narkhoz University enters into an institutional agreement for the training of IT personnel with one of the leading universities, the Illinois Institute of Technology. This will create new prospects and opportunities for Kazakhstanis to gain access to world-class education. The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the United States continuously supports and assists in the implementation of such programs," said Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the United States Yerzhan Ashikbayev.The program is aimed at training specialists in the fields of Computer Engineering and Digital Technologies in English. It also includes the possibility of staying in the United States to gain additional practical experience through Optional Practical Training for up to three years."Narkhoz University is reaching a new global level of training for IT specialists. We have carefully selected a partner for the School of Digital Technology, and the Illinois Institute of Technology is ideally suited to implement our plans. We are confident that the joint program will provide students with global skills and open up new career prospects in the international arena," said Kanat Kozhakhmet, President of Narkhoz University.The return visit of the Illinois Institute of Technology delegation to Kazakhstan is scheduled for March 2025. And students will be able to start studying under the new two-degree program as early as September 2025. This initiative is supported by the international organization Catalina Global, whose mission is to support global educational innovation projects.Illinois Tech is a prestigious university known for its high quality of STEM education and focus on supporting career opportunities for graduates. The cooperation between the two universities has become part of the strategic initiative Narxoz Global-2030, aimed at bringing IT specialists to a new global level in accordance with international standards. The strategy involves building sustainable relationships with the world's leading universities, as exemplified by Narkhoz's partnerships with Queen's University Belfast, Penn State University and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/921796

THE RESULTS OF THE RATING OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OF UNIVERSITIES OF KAZAKHSTAN FOR 2025 HAVE BEEN PUBLISHEDThe National Chamber of Entrepreneurs "Atameken" presented the results of the rating of educational programs of universities in Kazakhstan in 2025. This rating provides an objective assessment of the quality of educational programs and is the result of many years of work on the analysis and assessment of the quality of education in the country. This was announced by Azamat Beisenbenov, Managing Director of the Human Capital Development Department of the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs.The rating of educational programs is aimed at providing the key stakeholders – applicants, parents, employers and educational organizations – with useful and objective information. As part of the work on the rating, the following tasks were completed::Data collection for 2051 bachelor's degree educational programs;Involvement of independent industry experts;A comprehensive assessment of programs based on four sets of criteria: graduates' career prospects (49%); quality of educational programs (24%); student achievements (16%); general indicators of secondary vocational education (11%).In 2024, 2,051 educational programs in 95 universities were analyzed, for which 117 ratings were compiled. More than 100 experts from various industries from all regions of the country were involved in evaluating the content of educational programs. Basic statistics about graduates:The leaders in terms of employment among educational programs are:Computer Science and Robotics – 98%;Technical physics – 95%;Mineral processing – 93%;General medicine – 92%. Regional differences:Almaty region leads the way with an employment rate of 90%;East Kazakhstan region – 86% (VKTU and VKU);Kostanay region and North Kazakhstan region show an employment rate of 84%. The average duration of job search in 2024 was 3.3 months. The rating data of educational programs demonstrate both the achievements and growth areas of the higher education system in Kazakhstan, which allows us to build a strategy for further development of the industry. The rating of educational programs highlights the significant achievements of Kazakhstani universities in the field of education quality, but also identifies areas that require further attention and improvement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/922182