Kirill Bauer is the bronze medalist of the Universiade In the Winter Games among students in Turin, our compatriot Kirill, a student of the Kazakh Academy of Sports and Tourism, finished third in biathlon (20 km).Congratulations!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/922653

A young KazNU scientist has received an invitation to OxfordArystanbek Akylbai, a young scientist at the Department of Chinese Studies at the Faculty of Oriental Studies of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, has been enrolled at Oxford University as a recognized student.Starting in January 2025, he will study Regional Studies at the Oxford School of Global and Regional Studies in the UK. Upon graduation, Arystanbek will receive the status of an associate graduate of Oxford University.Earlier, a young KazNU scientist was invited to Harvard (USA) and successfully worked out a contract as a visiting researcher.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/922671

For the first time at the Bett Show, Kazakhstani universities will present the possibilities of a regional academic hub Kazakhstan will present its pavilionFor the first time in 40 years, Kazakhstan will present a national pavilion at one of the largest international educational exhibitions, the Bett Show. The event will take place from January 22 to January 24, 2025 in London, United Kingdom. What is the Bett Show?The Bett Show (British Education Training and Technology Show) is an important event in the field of education. It brings together representatives of educational institutions, EdTech companies, universities, schools and developers of educational solutions on one platform. About 30,000 people from 130 countries attend the event annually to share experiences, present innovations, and discuss global educational trends. The role of Kazakhstan as an academic hubThe central theme of the pavilion will be the development of Kazakhstan as a regional academic hub. Today's educational ecosystem in Kazakhstan is stimulating a growing interest in learning opportunities. There are already about 30,000 international students studying in the country. Cooperation and new programsDoctoral programs have been launched in Kazakhstan in cooperation with leading foreign universities, and scientific research is being conducted. Large corporations also contribute to the implementation of artificial intelligence programs aimed at developing digital competencies. The "Study in Kazakhstan" projectThe Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, will present the "Study in Kazakhstan" project, which will strengthen Kazakhstan's position as a regional academic hub. The opening of campuses of leading British universities, such as Coventry University Kazakhstan, expands academic opportunities, improves the quality of education and the internationalization of universities."For the first time, Kazakhstan participates in one of the world's largest educational exhibitions, the Bett Show, as a national pavilion, providing an excellent opportunity to demonstrate the development of our country as a regional academic hub. Today, about 30,000 foreign students study in Kazakhstan, and new educational programs are being implemented jointly with leading international universities. These achievements confirm the international recognition of Kazakhstan's education system and its openness to the world," Sayasat Nurbek said in his speech. Pavilion participantsThe national pavilion will be represented by six leading universities in Kazakhstan and branches of Coventry University Kazakhstan and Heriot-Watt University. Participants:1. Nazarbayev University;2. L.N.Gumilyov Eurasian National University;3. Al-Farabi Kazakh National University;4. D.Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University;5. Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I.Satpayev;6. Atyrau University of Oil and Gas named after Safi Utebayev. The branches of Coventry University Kazakhstan and Heriot-Watt University in Kazakhstan, as well as the Center for International Programs JSC, will also participate, which will be evidence of an active international dialogue in the educational field. The main objectives of participationOne of the key objectives of the participation will be the signing of agreements with leading universities in the UK. This will open up new opportunities for academic and scientific collaboration, the use of modern digital tools and the creation of educational content. Registration for the exhibition:Admission to the Bett Show is free for students. You can register on the official website of the exhibition: https://uk.bettshow.com /.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/922706

NU IN THE TOP 200: THE TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION 2025 SUBJECT RANKING HAS BEEN PUBLISHED The 2025 subject ranking of world universities has been published, which includes thousands of universities in 11 subject areas.Four leading Kazakhstani universities, Nazarbayev University (NU), Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, L.Gumilyov ENU and Satpayev University, took positions in 9 areas. In the field of Education StudiesNazarbayev University – 176th - 200th place,Al-Farabi Kazakh National University – 501 - 600th place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 601+ places. In the field of Art and HumanitiesNazarbayev University – 401-500 place,Al-Farabi Kazakh National University – 501-600 places,L. Gumilyov ENU – 601+ places. In the field of EngineeringNazarbayev University – 401 - 500th place,Al-Farabi Kazakh National University – 1000 - 1250th place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 1000 - 1250th place,Satpayev University – 1250+ places. In the direction of Medical and HealthNazarbayev University – 401 - 500th place,KazNU named after al-Farabi – 601 - 800th place. In the field of Social SciencesNazarbayev University – 401 - 500th place,KazNU named after al-Farabi – 601-800 place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 801-1000 place. In the field of Computer ScienceNazarbayev University – 501-600 place,Al-Farabi Kazakh National University – 1000+ place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 1000+ place. In the field of Business and EconomicsNazarbayev University – 601-800 place,KazNU named after al-Farabi – 601-800 place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 801+ places. In the field of Life ScienceNazarbayev University – 601 - 800th place,KazNU named after al-Farabi – 801- 1000th place. In the field of Physical SciencesNazarbayev University – 601 - 800th place,Al-Farabi Kazakh National University – 1000 + place,L. Gumilyov ENU – 1000 + place,Satpayev University – 1000+ places. Nazarbayev University has become one of the best educational institutions in the world in the field of Education in the new Times Higher Education ranking. Out of a total of 11 evaluated areas, 9 NU programs were in the top 500. The ranking evaluates universities based on key criteria such as teaching, scientific activity, quality of research, collaboration with industry, and degree of internationalization. It is also worth noting that NU has become one of the leaders in Central Asia, entering the top 200 best universities in the world in the field of education. The Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, congratulated the staff and students of the NU School of Higher Education and Medicine on their excellent results in the ranking."Congratulations on being included in the top 200 global leaders in the field of education according to the Times Higher Education 2025 subject rating. This success is a vivid testimony to your professionalism, dedication and outstanding academic activity," he said. In 2024, Nazarbayev University entered the prestigious THE rating for the first time, taking positions in the range of 501-600. It is also worth noting the achievements of other Kazakhstani universities. According to the results of the Times Higher Education by Subject rating, al-Farabi Kazakh National University and L.Gumilyov ENU also took positions in 9 out of 11 programs.Al-Farabi Kazakh National University for the first time took the position of 501-600 place in the field of "Education". KazNU demonstrated steady growth in the fields of Arts and Humanities, also taking positions 501-600, and Social Sciences, where the university was in the range of 601-800. In addition, the educational institution has successfully maintained its position of 601-800 places in the disciplines of Business and Economics, Medicine and has risen by 801-1000 places in the field of Life Sciences. In the world university ranking by subjects for 2025, the L.N.Gumilyov Eurasian National University is in the 601+ category in the fields of Arts and Humanities and Sciences in Education. Two new subjects of ENU – "Arts and Humanities" and "Computer Science" were included in this rating for the first time this year. The breakthrough of 2025 is Satpayev University, which has taken positions in two programs "Engineering" (1250 + place) and "Physics" (1000+ place). The Ministry congratulates the university teams on their achievements and wishes them further success in competing with the best universities in the world!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/922892

In 16 regions of the country, about 400 dams with a total length of 584 km were repaired as part of flood preparation. I note that this work is being carried out by the Ministry of Water Resources and irrigation together with the Ministry of emergency situations and akimats. Also, together with our colleagues in these state bodies, work is underway to build, reconstruct and restore protective dams and hydraulic structures in 84 settlements of 6 regions. These are Akmola, Aktobe, West Kazakhstan, Pavlodar, North Kazakhstan and Kostanay regions. What is this work for?This will ensure the safety of 359 thousand people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/922856

In Semey, 27 projects (17 basic and 10 additional) are planned to be implemented as part of the Roadmap for the development of smart cities. Abzal Serikuly, Head of the Department of Digital Technologies, noted that the purpose of this initiative is the efficient use of urban resources, the introduction of high–tech solutions for the development of the city and improving the living conditions of residents."As part of the Roadmap, several projects were launched in 2024. Among them are automation of housing and communal services, digital accounting of green spaces, and the opening of IT platforms based on secondary and higher educational institutions. The 109 Unified Contact Center has also been improved with the introduction of omnichannel, database availability and access to video surveillance systems.In 2025, it is planned to increase the number of services in the field of housing and communal services to 40," Abzal Serikuly stressed.In addition, on behalf of the akim of the region, the Department of Digital Technologies is working on the launch of the My Semey superapplication."The My Semey app will provide such opportunities as calling a taxi, tracking the movement of buses, making an appointment at a polyclinic, integrating with the 109 service, and receiving information about cultural sites. It will also combine data on weather, exchange rates, news, polls and provide access to housing and communal services. This project is aimed at turning Semey into a smart city," said the head of the department.In addition, for the development of tourism, the Department of digital technologies of the region is working on launching a service for booking holiday homes on Lake Alakol – ALAKOL.KZ . The project will be presented next year in the format of a website and a mobile application.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/922953

For the first time in 36 years, the Aktobe reservoir on the Ilek River has been reconstructed, and today its capacity is 245 million cubic meters.And in the West Kazakhstan region, the Kirov reservoir was repaired for the first time in 58 years. Irrigation channels have also been repaired. This will improve the water supply to farmers and for livestock watering. In Atyrau region, the Aksai canal, 74 km long, was also repaired for the first time in 41 years. The development of design and estimate documentation for the reconstruction of the Astana reservoir has begun. And in the East Kazakhstan region, preparations are underway for the reconstruction of a reservoir on the Kandysu River.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/922849

Basin inspections of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, together with the Ministry of Emergency Situations and akimats, conducted inspections of 1,502 hydraulic structures across the country. As a result, all identified shortcomings have been eliminated. Multifactorial surveys of 105 hydraulic structures are also being conducted, which is 20 more facilities than last year. In addition, the ministry, together with the akimat, approved a Roadmap for 2025-2027 for the rehabilitation (cleaning and deepening) of flood-prone sections of rivers and lakes near populated areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/922858

A joint Kazakh-Russian Working Group on cooperation in flood control has been established. The composition, regulations and work plan for 2025 have been approved.The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has agreed with Kyrgyzstan to increase water supply along the Talas River. This was done in order to distribute water discharges from the Kirov reservoir and avoid flooding during the flood period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/922876

With the support of the Japanese Embassy, specialists from the Japan International Cooperation Agency inspected 13 hydraulic structures in 4 regions of Kazakhstan.Experts examined facilities in Akmola, Karaganda, Aktobe and West Kazakhstan regions that were heavily stressed during the floods.And experts from the Netherlands held seminars on flood risk management in Astana and Aktobe within the framework of a memorandum between the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and the Delft Institute of Water Education.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/922877

On January 21, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Security Committee, with the coordination of the Prosecutor's Office, completed a large-scale and lengthy special operation aimed at suppressing the illegal activities of criminal groups that have established a drug supply channel to institutions, as well as those involved in extortion and the financing of criminals.Operational and investigative actions of the security forces were carried out simultaneously in 10 regions of the country.In general, the measures were aimed at improving the criminogenic situation in institutions of the penal system, including in relation to persons who attempted to destabilize and violate the detention regime.- During the operational development, a network of groups operating according to an established scheme was documented, which included people who had been convicted several times. In total, 118 persons of criminal orientation were detained, including 13 representatives of the criminal environment. Over 100 search operations were conducted. Three Kalashnikov assault rifles, two traumatic pistols, a large amount of ammunition of various calibers, over 11 kg of drugs, mobile devices and "black" documentation were seized. It should be noted that among the detained persons were representatives of criminals from far and near abroad. Operational measures are continuing," Kuandyk Alpys, a representative of the Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Interior Ministry, said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/922471

Under the leadership of Akim of North Kazakhstan Region Gauez Nurmukhambetov, an expanded meeting of the regional akimat was held, during which the results of the socio-economic development of the region for 2024 were summed up and key directions for 2025 were identified as part of the instructions of the Head of State, announced in the Message.The year 2024 was not easy for the region: the strongest flood had a serious impact on the development of the region. All efforts were aimed at restoring the infrastructure and providing assistance to the victims. As a result, 700 new houses were built in the new Birlik neighborhood and 1,394 apartments were purchased.Despite the difficulties, the economy of North Kazakhstan region grew by 120% at the end of the year. Thus, the President's instructions to achieve 6% economic growth have been fulfilled. All major sectors of the economy showed positive dynamics.Crop production showed particularly high results, where growth amounted to almost 50%, and the volume of gross output reached 749 billion tenge. This became possible due to the large harvest that North Kazakhstan farmers have harvested.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/922337

Under the leadership of the deputy akim of the region, Dimitri Garikov, the results of the 2024 draft campaign were summed up. The meeting discussed in detail the achieved indicators and emerging issues.According to the head of the regional Defense Department, Colonel Ruslan Omarov, in accordance with the instructions of the Department of Organizational and Mobilization Work of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 1,402 units were allocated for the spring and autumn conscription in 2024. By the end of the year, 1,422 residents of the region went to work, which accounted for the fulfillment of the plan by 101.4%."Our region has successfully completed the draft plan and achieved high performance. This is the result of the coordinated work of the regional administration and responsible institutions. However, there are still issues that need to be addressed. Specific measures will be taken to eliminate them in order to achieve even better results in the next campaign," the colonel noted.Current issues were also discussed during the meeting. To solve them, it is proposed to purchase modern diagnostic equipment, optimize medical commissions and centralize their work, as well as introduce new technologies in order to save money.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/922235

In accordance with the President's instructions, construction of three new airports in the resort areas of Zaisan, Katonkaragai and Kendirli began in 2025 in order to develop domestic tourism and passenger air transportation.According to the Ministry of Transport, the implementation of these projects will give a new impetus to the development of the regional economy, as well as increase the flow of domestic and foreign tourists and help provide additional jobs for local residents.In addition, three new passenger terminals were commissioned in 2024 as part of the modernization of the air transport infrastructure in order to develop large hubs. For example, the capacity of passenger terminals in the cities of Almaty, Shymkent and Kyzylorda has increased.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/922523

Today, on January 22, by order of Akim of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybai, Amantai Kumbayev was appointed as the new head of the regional department of education.Amantai Kumbaev was born in 1979. Higher education. In 2001, he graduated from Aktau State University named after Sh.Yessenova is a history teacher with a degree in Law in 2020.He started his career in 2000 as a foreman at Femina LLP, and worked in the private sector until 2012. From 2012 to 2015, he was the deputy director for educational work at Secondary school No. 10 in Aktau.From 2015 to 2020, he worked as a leading specialist at the Department of Education Control of Mangystau region, a leading specialist and chief specialist at the Department of External Education Quality Assessment of the Department of Mangystau region of the Education and Science Control Committee of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In 2020, he was appointed Head of the Department of licensing educational activities of the Department of Quality Assurance in Education of the Mangystau region of the Committee for Quality Assurance in Education and Science of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan.From 2021 to 2024, he worked as chief inspector in the offices of Akim of Karakiyansky district and Aktau city, deputy akim of Omirzak village, head of the department of the Aktau City Department of Culture, Physical Culture and Sports state institution.In 2024, he was the head of the General Education and Public Service sector of the Aktau City Department of Education, head of the Department of State and Legal Work of the office of the Akim of Aktau.Prior to that, he held the position of head of the Department of Regional policy and organizational work of the office of the Akim of Mangystau region.Press service of Akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/922753

According to Deputy Akim of Almaty Beibut Shakhanov, municipal services of the city promptly started clearing streets, roads and sidewalks. Snow removal work will be carried out around the clock. View this post on Instagram A post by ALMATY ÁKIMDIGI (@akimat_almaty)"Today, from 9:00 a.m., snow began to fall in the city and in mountainous areas, which will last up to two days. The total precipitation is expected to be up to 20 mm. This is a significant amount, so we have a lot of work ahead of us. Since the morning, the municipal services have carried out a preliminary treatment of the streets with anti-icing agents to ensure the safety of movement. The main work will begin after the snow accumulates. We will start clearing the main and central streets, form snow banks and organize snow removal," said the Deputy akim of Almaty.Cleaning technology and forecastsAccording to Kazhydromet, on January 23 and 24 in Almaty, the air temperature is expected to drop to -15... -20 degrees. At the moment, the roads are being treated with anti-icing materials. 152 sand spreaders are involved. 950 tons of deicing materials and 60 m3 of liquid reagents were consumed. 46 operational teams are working on dangerous sections of roads, which patrol the condition of the road surface.General cleaning of main streets will take up to 3 days, and of streets of regional significance – up to 7 days."At the moment, more than 600 units of special equipment are working on the roads, about 1.5 thousand people are involved in the daytime. Work will continue at night, until the snow is completely removed from the city. We have organized a round—the-clock duty in the akimats of the districts to monitor the cleaning," Beibut Shakhanov added."We understand that the snowfall creates temporary inconveniences for the townspeople. We ask you to understand the work of public utilities and provide assistance: do not park cars at the roadsides so that the equipment can do its job unhindered," the deputy akim emphasized.To promptly resolve issues, residents can contact the district akimats using the following links to Telegram bots:1. Auezovsky - https://t.me/akimatAuezov1 2. Alatausky - https://t.me/akimat_alatau 3. Almalinsky - https://t.me/almalyaudany/1 4. Bostandyksky - https://t.me/bostandykaudanyy/1717 5. Zhetysusky - https://t.me/obzhetysu 6. Medeusky - https://t.me/medeu_audany 7. Nauryzbaysky - https://t.me/+jD3nmPVIVrw1YWQ6 8. Turksib - https://t.me/turksib_audany Forecast for January 23: snow at times, temperature at night -13...-15°C, daytime -7...-9°C.Forecast for January 24: partly cloudy, no precipitation. At night -18...-20°C, during the day -10...-12°C.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/922591

Almaty showed dynamic socio-economic development in 2024. The city's short-term economic indicator exceeded the forecast growth rate of 5.5%, amounting to 8.3%. The growth drivers were an increase in the volume of transport services by 25.3%, construction by 17% and trade by 8.6%.In the first 9 months of 2024, the gross regional product of Almaty increased by 3.8% in real terms. By the end of 2024, the city's GRP growth is estimated at 5.8% -6%, and economic growth is projected to accelerate to 6.4% in 2025.Thanks to the dynamic growth of the city's economy, local budget revenues are increasing. In 2024, the budget of Almaty received 1,874 billion tenge of taxes and payments with an increase of 24%. The main revenues - about 70% - are provided through the development of SMEs.For 9 months of 2024, the incomes of Almaty residents averaged 335 thousand tenge with a real increase of 10.2%. The average monthly salary in real terms increased by 6.1% to 470 thousand tenge compared to the same period of the previous year.In 2024, 73.9 thousand jobs were created, of which 83.2% were permanent jobs (61.5 thousand). As a result, the unemployment rate dropped to 4.6% in the third quarter of 2024.Business and investment activity remains high.In 2024, investments in fixed assets increased by 8.2% due to significant growth in investments in manufacturing (2.9 times growth), education (by 84.7%), transport (by 37.5%), healthcare (by 31.3%). About 90% are private investments, which grew by 6.2%.The favorable investment climate of the city is confirmed by its high credit rating. On December 6, 2024, Fitch Ratings confirmed the independent credit rating of Almaty at BBB+, with a Stable outlook.The active development of small and medium-sized businesses continues, where more than 80% of permanent jobs have been created. In 2024, 53.1 billion tenge was allocated from the budget for subsidizing, guaranteeing and lending, which allowed supporting 2507 new SME projects.The development of the manufacturing industry is one of the main priorities for diversifying the city's economy. 67 projects are being implemented in the Industrial Zone of Almaty, in which 485 billion tenge has been invested and 11.6 thousand jobs have been created. In 2025, it is planned to commission 15 projects worth 197 billion tenge, with the creation of 2,700 jobs. 13 projects worth 31 billion tenge are being implemented in the PIT FEZ with the creation of 220 jobs. Of these, 5 projects worth 10 billion tenge are planned to be commissioned this year with the creation of 361 jobs.According to the approved Master Plan until 2040, which provides for a decrease in building density and an increase in green areas, in 2024 there was a decrease in the volume of housing commissioned by 10.3% - 2.4 million square meters were commissioned. m versus 2.67 million sq . m . m in 2023.In general, all the parameters of economic growth and budget revenues set for 2024 have been met, and the dynamic development of socio-economic indicators will continue this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/922831

Last year, 73.9 thousand jobs were created in Almaty. It is important to note that 61.5 thousand of them are permanent.The most important priority in the work of the Akimat of the city is to improve the well-being of Almaty residents. For 9 months of last year, taking into account current inflation, the average monthly salary in Almaty increased by 6.1% in real terms and amounted to 470 thousand tenge.Last year, 73.9 thousand jobs were created. 83.2% of the jobs created are permanent. As a result, the unemployment rate in Almaty dropped to 4.6% in the third quarter of 2024.Manufacturing is a key factor in diversifying the urban economy. 67 projects worth 485 billion tenge are being implemented in the Industrial Zone of Almaty, where 11.6 thousand jobs have been created. In 2025, it is planned to launch 15 projects worth 197 billion tenge with the creation of 2.7 thousand jobs. 13 projects worth 31 billion tenge are being implemented in the PIT FEZ with the creation of 220 jobs. This year, 5 projects worth 10 billion tenge are expected to be commissioned, which will provide 361 jobs.Annual inflation is projected to slow down to 7.5% in the megacity in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/922837

High business and investment activity remains in Almaty. Thanks to the measures taken, today Almaty is the country's main hub for investments in the non–resource sector.In 2024, Almaty attracted about 2 trillion tenge of investments in fixed assets. Investments in fixed assets increased by 8.2% due to a significant increase in investments in manufacturing (2.9 times growth), education (by 84.7%), transport (by 37.5%), healthcare (by 31.3%).This growth dynamics indicates a qualitative change in the investment structure. About 90% are private investments, which grew by 6.2%.Taking into account the intensive development of the city's economy and significant growth in local budget revenues, on December 6, 2024, Fitch Ratings confirmed Almaty's independent credit rating at BBB+, with a Stable outlook.In general, it is planned to attract 2.2 trillion tenge to the city's economy in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/922841

In Almaty, in 2025, 71 billion tenge is planned to be allocated from the budget for the development of small and medium-sized businesses, including by increasing funding from the local budget 2.5 times to 52.6 billion tenge. This will support only 4 thousand projects, including 2 thousand new projects. This is reported by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Investments of the city of Almaty.Today, more than 85% of the total number of people employed in the city, or about 942 thousand Almaty residents, work in this field.It should be noted that Almaty plans to increase the contribution of small and medium-sized businesses to the economy from 60% in 2024 to 75% by 2030.In 2024, 53.1 billion tenge was allocated from the budget to support 2.5 thousand new projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/922845