The municipal services of the capital continue to work around the clock in an enhanced mode. During the night shift from January 10 to January 11, over 1,300 units of special equipment and more than 300 road workers are involved in snow removal, the official website of Astana Akimat reports.During the day, more than 50,000 cubic meters of snow were removed, which is equivalent to 3,685 flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, about 2.8 million cubic meters of snow have already been removed from the capital, which amounted to more than 213,558 flights.The focus is on clearing roads with heavy traffic to minimize traffic jams and congestion. Station forecourts, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, as well as central streets and public transport routes are also being cleared as a matter of priority.There are several snow training grounds in the capital, equipped with modern systems for reading equipment numbers, video surveillance and lighting. This allows snow removal operations to be carried out efficiently and safely.Authorities are asking residents to be careful on the roads, follow safety rules and avoid long-distance travel with a storm warning.In case of an emergency, please call 112.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/916285

The grand opening of a sports and recreation complex, which will become an important facility for promoting health and sports development in the region, took place in the city of Stepnogorsk. The event was attended by Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov, as well as representatives of local authorities, the public and athletes.According to the contractor, director of AN Groups LLP Darkhan Shotabayev, the new complex has an area of over 2,600 square meters. m consists of two blocks. The first one houses a multifunctional hall for playing sports such as volleyball and mini–football. In the second block there is a gym, facilities for fitness, physical education, wrestling and boxing. Special attention is paid to creating an accessible environment for people with special needs.Opening the complex, Marat Akhmetzhanov stressed that the opening of the FOC is an important event for the region."We are creating all conditions for sports to become accessible to everyone, from children to the elderly. Such facilities are not only places for training, but also playgrounds that unite society, inspire young people and contribute to the formation of a healthy lifestyle. Stepnogorsk is famous for its sports traditions, and champions need to be raised here. I am sure that this complex will become the pride of the city and will serve people for many years to come," said the head of the region.As part of the opening, demonstration performances of sports teams were held, as well as a tour of the complex. The FOK is already open to the public and is ready to receive residents of all ages. Weightlifters, boxers, wrestlers and a children's soccer team are already training here."I like the new gym, the football field is comfortable. Our team has already competed in Kokshetau, Astana and Karaganda. We want to become champions and we will train hard," said Maxim Atamas, captain of the Stepnogorsk football players.By the way, the project was implemented as part of the regional program for the development of sports infrastructure. The new complex will become a venue for regional-level sporting events. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/916289

Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov visited Stepnogorsk Multidisciplinary Hospital as part of his working trip, where he inspected the progress of major repairs. The renovation of the medical facility is aimed at creating comfortable conditions for patients and medical staff, as well as improving the quality of medical services provided.According to Tokhtar Konurbayev, the acting chief physician of the hospital, the contractor has already completed interior finishing works and updated engineering communications. After the renovation is completed, the hospital will be able to offer patients treatment conditions that meet healthcare standards.The hospital has 246 round-the-clock and 24 day-care beds. More than 40 thousand residents of Stepnogorsk and nearby settlements receive assistance at the medical facility. The number of patients is expected to increase to 162,000, covering residents of Birzhan Sal, Akkolsky, Bulandinsky and Shortandinsky districts.During the visit, Marat Akhmetzhanov also talked with students of the medical college, discussing their professional prospects and the importance of training qualified personnel for the regional healthcare system.The Akim of the region instructed the Akimat of Stepnogorsk and the health department to strengthen control over the construction process so that the work would be completed on time and with high quality of execution and financial issues would be resolved."The modernization of medical institutions is not just an upgrade of infrastructure, it is a significant contribution to the health and well–being of the region's residents. The implementation of this project will provide citizens with access to modern and high-quality medical services, which corresponds to the tasks set by Head of State Kassym–Jomart Tokayev to modernize the healthcare system," M. Akhmetzhanov summed up. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/916291

As part of a working trip to Stepnogorsk, Akim of the Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov visited the Mining and Technical College. The head of the region got acquainted with the equipment of the laboratories, talked with teachers, craftsmen and students.The laboratory equipment, which is close to the production conditions, was purchased under the Zhas Maman program and at the expense of social partners. So, in 2022, AK Altynalmas JSC provided laboratory equipment for student training."The President declared 2025 the Year of Working Professions. This will introduce changes to the regulatory framework and expand benefits for specialists in working professions. We will provide personalized grants for college graduates who want to get higher education," Marat Akhmetzhanov emphasized.According to the director of the college, Elena Tarasova, about 500 students study at the educational institution in 10 specialties, 40% of them – under targeted contracts with further employment, another 146 – on dual training."Our task is to train a specialist who wants to work and understands the benefits of his work. One third of college graduates receive higher education, and over 80% find jobs without any problems. This indicates a high level of training and the demand for working specialties," said Elena Tarasova.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/916292

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in an interview with the newspaper "Ana tili", noted that in 2025 the state will continue to develop housing construction, and until 2029, apartments will be provided annually to those queuing throughout the republic.The President's instructions are being successfully implemented in the Alginsky district. In the new year 2025, 23 families waiting in line for housing received their own homes. Of these, 19 families received housing in the city of Alga, and the rest in the village of Marzhanbulak.Akim of the district Aslanbek Shuinshaliev solemnly handed over the keys to the new homeowners and congratulated them on this joyful event."Congratulations to all of you on such a long-awaited joyful day. I wish you well-being and prosperity in every home. I would like to note that thanks to the effective implementation of government programs, we are successfully fulfilling all the tasks assigned to us. In the Alginsky district, issues of social support for the population and providing affordable housing have never been off the agenda. Special attention is paid to large families, single-parent families, people with disabilities, and children left without parental care who are waiting in line for housing. These issues are being solved both through the construction of apartment buildings and major repairs of multi—storey buildings with their commissioning for the needs of the population," the akim of the district said in his speech.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/915855

Today, a memorial plaque was erected in Aktobe in honor of the scientist, Doctor of Philosophy, Professor Amangeldy Aitala at the house where he lived.The event was attended by Deputy Akim of Aktobe region Zholdas Batyrkhan, who warmly remembered the famous scientist. He assured the wife of the deceased Gulzhan Suinbaykyzy and his family that the regional akimat will always support the research and promotion of the scientist's works. He also expressed gratitude to everyone who participated in the organization of this event."3-4 years ago, Amangeldy Abdrakhmanovich, in his speech at the top of Tuyetobe, said: "Remembering a person is not only grieving, but also appreciating his love for the motherland, popularizing his services to the people." I am sure that this memorial plaque will become an important reminder of Amangelda Aitala's life and work for future generations," he said.The memorial plaque was unveiled by Doctor of Philosophy, Professor Bekezhan Akhan and grandson of Amangelda Abdrakhmanovich — Aksunkar.The event was also attended by representatives of the Department of Internal Policy and Culture, elders, scientists of Aktobe Regional University named after K. Zhubanov.Honored Worker of Culture and development of science of the country Amangeldy Abdrakhmanovich was born on September 10, 1939 in the village of Boldyrevo in the Volodarsky district of the Astrakhan regionIn 1959-1964 he graduated from Atyrau State Pedagogical Institute, in 1964-1967 he completed postgraduate studies at the former Kazakh State Institute.Kirov. He started his career in 1959 as a primary school teacher in the village of Kyzyltan, Marfa district. During his adult life, he worked as an associate professor, professor and head of Aktobe Regional University named after K. Zhubanov. From 1999 to 2007, he was twice a deputy of the Mazhilis of Parliament. From 2007 to 2010, he worked as a professor at the Kazakh Humanitarian Law University in Astana, since 2010 - professor at Aktobe Regional University, head of the Center for "Research of ideological social problems of education and upbringing." Professor Amangeldy Abdrakhmanovich Aitaly was awarded the orders "Badge of Honor" (1986), "Parasat" (2001), "Barys" III degree (2015), "Barys" II degree (2021), medals of Honorary Worker of Education of Kazakhstan, excellent education of Kazakhstan. He was awarded the title of honorary citizen of Aktobe region, honorary citizen of Aktobe city. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/916091

KazNAIU, together with the Chinese Agrarian University and EAVISION, has opened a Kazakh-Chinese Center for Research and Training on agricultural drone management."The main goal of the center is to train students in the management of unmanned aerial vehicles in various sectors of agriculture, as well as to conduct research and introduce new technologies for monitoring, mapping, and environmental studies," Akhylbek Kurishbayev, Chairman of the Board and Rector of KazNAIU, said at the opening of the center.KazNAIU actively cooperates with more than 40 universities, scientific organizations and companies in China. Only in 2024, international centers and laboratories for training specialists in the field of water management, landscape architecture, veterinary medicine, animal engineering, food safety, etc. will be opened at the university for staff training together with Chinese partners.In particular, together with the Chinese Agrarian University and Dayu Irrigation Group, the Kazakh-Chinese International Laboratory for Highly Efficient Water Use in Arid Areas for Smart Water resources Management has been established. DAYU irrigation Group has invested more than $1 million in the supply of equipment, water metering devices and laboratory equipment. As a result, digital water metering technologies have been introduced on the Shelek River in the Almaty region, and various irrigation technologies have been modeled.Together with Lanzhou University, the Kazakh-Chinese Center for Smart Agriculture has been established, which provides the transfer of advanced technologies to Kazakhstan. Three scientific laboratories and three platforms are being created within the framework of the center.Earlier, a joint Kazakh-Chinese enterprise Sunkar Eavision International LLP was established, which will assemble agricultural drones in the territory of the Alatau Information Technology Park.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/915928

The Department of Land Management of the Aktobe region of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan conducted an unscheduled inspection of a peasant farm in the Martuk district.It was found that the 592-hectare land plot intended for arable land had not been used for several years.The owner of the plot was given a mandatory order to eliminate violations and develop the land. Since the requirements of the order were not fulfilled, the department, through the Martuk District Court, imposed a fine of 70 MCI on the farm.The specialized interdistrict Economic Court of Aktobe region satisfied the claim of the department for the compulsory seizure of the land.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/916138

Key issues related to the development of breeding and seed production, as well as spring field work in 2025 were discussed at a meeting in NANOC.It was attended by the heads of subsidiaries and experienced agronomists.The meeting participants considered a number of topical issues related to the adaptation of agronomic practices to various natural and climatic zones of Kazakhstan, conducting a sowing campaign, and improving the efficiency of agricultural producers.Problematic issues in the field of breeding were also voiced. Temirzhan Aitbayev, Chairman of the Board of the Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Fruit and Vegetable Production, proposed testing foreign varieties on a fee basis, since today about 75-80% of the varieties included in the commission are foreign. This will allow funds to be used to increase the material and technical base and wages of employees. According to him, special attention should be paid to reviewing the subsidy mechanism: it is proposed to restore the ratio of 70% for domestic seeds and 30% for foreign seeds, as well as to provide farmers with a choice between seed producers.During the meeting, the results of the work of the A.I. Baraev NPCKH team for 2024 were announced. The center's agronomists monitored the districts of the Akmola region and selected seven agricultural entities for pilot implementation of new technologies on a total area of more than 2,600 hectares. Five training seminars for agricultural entities were also held.Chairman of the Board of the Kazakh Research Institute of Agriculture and Crop Production Sholpan Bastaubayeva noted that seed production is one of the key areas that directly affects the yield and quality of crops. However, Kazakhstan is still heavily dependent on seed imports. To solve this problem, the Government of Kazakhstan has approved a Comprehensive plan for the development of breeding and seed production for 2024-2028, which will become the basis for creating competitive varieties and increasing self-sufficiency in seed production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/916158

The draft Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Approval of the Rules for the activities of Administrative bodies to establish uniformity of administrative procedures" (hereinafter referred to as the Draft) was developed in accordance with Article 15-1 of the Administrative Procedural Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 29, 2020 No. 350–VI and is aimed at developing and implementing uniformity of administrative procedures and administrative acts in the Republic Kazakhstan, ensuring consistency and legal certainty in the actions of government agencies.The project provides for strengthening legal certainty, reducing corruption risks, simplifying and optimizing administrative procedures, and increasing trust in government agencies.It is expected that the adoption of the Draft will contribute to the establishment of uniform standards for the application of legislation, increase the predictability of administrative decisions, systematize administrative practices, as well as monitoring and control over the execution of administrative acts.The adoption of the Draft will not entail negative socio-economic and (or) other legal consequences, nor will it have an impact on ensuring national security.The draft was posted on January 10, 2025 on the Internet portal of open regulatory legal acts (https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15394659 ) in the official and Russian languages.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/916235

The Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation is repairing irrigation channels in Zhetysai, Shardara and Maktaaral districts of Turkestan region. Work is also underway to equip the branches of Kazvodkhoz with 757 units of equipment for mechanized canal cleaning. In addition, the Ministry is working on amendments to the legislation to increase the salaries of water management specialists.Yerbolat Ibraikhanov, Vice Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, spoke about the work carried out by the department and the results of the meeting with residents of the Turkestan region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/916273

Today, the E-otinish information system operates according to the principle of a single window for receiving all citizens' requests.Anyone can contact the first heads of government agencies and other institutions through this system.The platform allows applicants to monitor and independently monitor the progress of consideration of the application. https://eotinish.kz/ All appeals and requests received by the system are strictly recorded and controlled by both the state body itself and the Prosecutor General's Office. Guide:Log in to the portal and click on the "Order service online" button (to receive the service, you must be registered or register once on the website eotinish.kz ).- Submit an application to government agencies.- Fill out the submitted form.- Sign the application of the EDS of the National Certifying Center of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NC RK) and send it to the state body.Track the execution.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/915920

From January 1, 2025, thanks to the growth of pension savings, the annual increase in social parameters and the indexation of benefits, the size of pension benefits from the UAPF will continue to increase for those who are just starting or continue to receive their funded pension.As is known, the funded pension of each contributor depends on the amount of his pension savings formed through pension contributions and accumulated investment income. Upon reaching retirement age or other conditions provided for by the Social Code, the investor begins to receive regular payments from the UAPF.Let us remind you that payments from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund are made in accordance with the Methodology for calculating the amount of pension benefits, approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 30, 2023. In accordance with it, monthly benefits to citizens retiring are calculated as follows: in the first year of receiving payments, the amount of pension savings is multiplied by the pension savings payment rate of 6.5% and divided by 12. In subsequent years, the monthly benefit increases by the pension indexation rate in the amount of 5%. At the same time, monthly payments from the UAPF are made in the amount of at least 70% of the subsistence minimum (hereinafter - SM), established for the corresponding financial year by the law on the republican budget (in 2025, SM - 46,228 tenge). The maximum amount of benefits from the UAPF is not limited and depends on the amount of pension savings of the beneficiary.For the following categories of citizens: persons with disability groups 1 or 2, established indefinitely, as well as persons who have reached retirement age, for whom compulsory occupational pension contributions have been paid in total for at least sixty months, the Methodology provides for correction factors that increase the calculated amount of the monthly pension benefit. For persons who meet more than one of the above conditions, the correction factor with the highest value is applied.Pension benefits from the UAPF are paid until the pension savings in the individual pension savings account are exhausted. Since individual pension savings are the property of the contributor, they are also inherited in the general manner provided for by civil legislation. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/915792

In 2024, thanks to the support of the Akimat of the Abai region, the departments of the Department of Emergency Situations received modern equipment and equipment.Operational rescue vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, swimming facilities, as well as engineering and diving equipment were purchased at the expense of the local budget. New equipment includes emergency rescue tools, thermal imagers, generators, chainsaws, gasoline cutters, and underwater search equipment. The equipment has already been adopted and is actively used for rescue operations in difficult conditions.In addition, rescuers have received modern means of communication and office equipment, which makes it possible to increase coordination and minimize response time in emergency situations.Special attention is paid to timely informing the public. A new complex of broadcasting interception equipment has been installed in the city of Semey, which became the first stage of the modernization of the notification system. The modern system allows you to quickly transmit information about any emergency situations, warning the public and minimizing possible risks.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/916018

The consumer price index for the region, which characterizes the level of inflation, for December 2024 compared to the previous month amounted to 100,9%. Consumer price index for the region for December 2024 as a percentage December 2024 toJanuary- December 2024,to January- December 2023November 2024December 2023All products and services100,9109108,7Food products101,1106,5106,3Non-food products100,7108,5106,9Paid services100,9113114,6 Among food products, in December 2024, compared with November 2024, an increased in prices for fructs and vegetables by 4,2% (onions–by 13,4%, white cabbage–by 1,4%, potatoes–by 1,3%, beets–by 1%, carrot–by 0,6%, apple–by 0,5%), oils and fats–by 1,7% (sunflower oil–by 3,2%, butter unsalted–by 1,3%), alcoholic beverages–by 1,4%, dairy products–by 1,3%(hard cheese–by 2,1%, sour cream–by 1,4%, milk pasteurized–by 0,9%, kefir 2,5%–by 0,3%, cottage cheese 5-9%–by 0,1%), fish and seafood–by 1,3%, bakery products–by 1,1%(wheat bread from flour of the first grade–by 4,3%, wheat flour of the highest grade–by 0,4%), tobacco products–by 0,8%, eggs of the 1st category), confectionery products–by 0,5%, tea–by 0,3%, rice, pasta products–by 0,1%. Sugar granulated became cheaper by 1%, cereals–by 0,1% (buckwheat groats–by 0,2%, semolina–by 0,1%). Of non-food products increased the price of liquefied gas (in cylinders)–by 9,3%, clothing and footwear–by 0,9%, materials for maintenance and repair of residential premises–by 0,4%, pharmaceutical products–by 0,2%, gasoline–by 0,1%. Personal goods decreased–by 0,2%. For paid services, increased hot water–by 13,1%, housing rental–by 3%, catering service–by 2%, services of hairdressing salons and personal service establishments–by 0.4%, Methodological explanationsThe consumer price index (CPI), which characterizes the level of inflation, shows the change in prices for goods and services purchased by the population for personal consumption. The set of goods and services includes 508 items. Prices are registered using a selective network of trade and service enterprises of various forms of ownership in the regional center and a certain circle of cities and district centers. The system of weights used for aggregation in terms of their expenses is calculated on the basis of household survey materials for the previous year. Since January 2022, when building the CPI, the share of food products is 40,7%, non–food products – 30,2%, paid services–29,1%.www.stat.gov.kz/region/abay/spreadsheets/price statistics/ Performer:Korpeshova Zh.IТеl. +7 7222 362725Head of the price statistics Division:Shakshanova G.T.Теl. +7 (7222) 362725Address:180000, c.Semeyst. Mangilik el, 25 © Bureau of National statistics Agencies for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/916154

The first stage of testing of a Hungarian water-saving drug has been completed in Kazakhstan. At the initiative of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, 4 scientific research institutes participated in the tests.These are the Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Water Management in Taraz, the Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Rice Growing named after I. Zhakhaev in Kyzylorda, the Agricultural Experimental Station of Cotton and Melon Growing and the Institute of Agrarian Innovations. During the tests, the effect of the drug on soil moisture in various groups and climatic conditions, as well as increasing yields under conditions of irrigation with small amounts of water, was studied.According to scientists, the drug allows saving up to 37% of water in rice fields. Since rice is watered in the traditional way for 90 days, and when using the preparation to retain moisture, watering for 51 days is sufficient. 23.9% of water was saved on sugar beet irrigation, up to 28.7% on corn. Experts also note an increase in yields."The first stage of testing showed good results. Next, you need to check the effectiveness of the drug on large cultivated areas. To do this, we need to meet with farmers and show them the test results, and conduct explanatory work. The demand for irrigation water is growing every year, and our farms are interested in switching to modern methods of saving water," Minister Nurzhan Nurzhigitov said.In turn, representatives of the Hungarian company Soil Solution stated that they intend to open a plant for the production of the drug in Kazakhstan if there is great demand from farmers."Today we are also considering the possibility of opening a factory for the production of our products in Kazakhstan. This will reduce travel costs. That is, the drug will become several times cheaper for farmers. It is also possible to export Kazakhstani–made products abroad," said Daniel Repassi, a representative of Soil Solution.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/915748

Public utilities continue to work around the clock in an enhanced mode. Tens of thousands of cubic meters of snow are exported from the city every day, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.On January 10, more than 2,600 road workers and over 1,700 pieces of special equipment were involved in the snow removal work in the city.During the night from January 9 to January 10, about 50 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed from the city, which is over 3,600 flights of heavy trucks.Since the beginning of the winter period, 2,740,222 cubic meters of snow and 209,896 heavy trucks have been transported from the capital.First of all, areas with high traffic intensity are being cleared to prevent traffic congestion. Cleaning of station forecourts, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities and central streets, as well as public transport routes and stops is also a priority.There are several snow-covered landfills in the city, equipped with a system for reading equipment numbers, video surveillance and lighting.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, follow safety rules and avoid long-distance trips if there is a storm warning.In case of an emergency, please call 112. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/915847

This was announced at a briefing in the capital's communications service by Damir Abdugaliyev, Chairman of the Judicial Board for Administrative Cases of the Astana City Court, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.The capital continues to improve the administrative justice system based on the principles of openness, professionalism and protection of the interests of citizens and businesses."In 2024, the Astana City Court considered 4,223 cases, which is 118 more than in the previous year. This indicates an increase in the legal activity of citizens and the business community. It is particularly worth noting the increase in the number of cases completed with judgments to 1,437 (an increase of 2%). Despite the increase in the overall workload, the court has demonstrated the stability and effectiveness of its work. The increase in the number of completed cases indicates the high law enforcement activity of the court and its desire to resolve disputes promptly. We strive to ensure that every citizen and entrepreneur can effectively protect their rights and interests within the framework of current legislation," said Damir Abdugaliev.In 2024, a significant number of cases were related to customs, tax, and public procurement disputes. The satisfaction rate of claims in key categories remains high: customs disputes were settled in 80.5% of cases, tax disputes in 68.6%, and public procurement disputes in 50.7%. These results demonstrate that the administrative justice system is becoming a reliable tool for protecting the rights of citizens and businesses.One of the key tasks of the court remains the clarification of the norms of the Administrative Procedural Procedure Code (APPC). The Court actively uses modern communication channels to make legal knowledge available to a wide audience."In 2024, the Astana City Court continued to organize events aimed at improving the legal literacy of citizens and strengthening the dialogue between business, society and government agencies. Among the important events of the year are meetings of the Discussion Club on Administrative Justice, round tables on intellectual property, tax and customs disputes, as well as the presentation of the second part of the brochure "APPC is just about complicated," Damir Abdugaliev added.The Astana City Court remains one of the leaders in the field of administrative justice, forming a positive experience of interaction between the state, citizens and business."We are confident that the future of administrative legal proceedings lies in openness, professionalism and close dialogue with society. Our goal is to strengthen trust in justice through clear procedures and fair decisions," said Damir Abdugaliev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/915892

In 2025, as part of the Year of Working Professions, a number of significant events will be held in the capital aimed at increasing the prestige of working professions and attracting young people to the real sector of the city's economy. This was announced by the head of the Astana City Education Department Kasymkhan Sengaziev, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.One of the key events will be the City Championship of Professional Skills in the "WorldSkills", "JasSkills" and "DeafSkills" formats. More than 500 people are expected to participate in 49 competencies at 15 sites located in colleges and universities in the capital. The number of participants is growing every year, especially among schoolchildren and people with disabilities. The winners of the championship will have the opportunity to participate in the National Championship, which will be held this fall.In addition, the expansion of the college-based education project for grades 10-11 will continue in 2025. High school students will be able to gain practical skills and work qualifications in one of ten professions, including seamstress, baker, cook, hairdresser, florist, furniture manufacturing specialist and electric and gas welder. Upon completion of the courses, students will receive a certificate and a certificate of qualification.As part of the career guidance work, specialized classes focused on various sectors of the economy will be opened in 100 schools in the city. It is planned to create 40 teaching, 10 medical, 10 sewing, 10 service classes and 10 design classes. These classes will work in collaboration with universities and colleges, conducting regular career guidance events.One of the important directions will be the internationalization of colleges and the conclusion of agreements with foreign educational institutions. Memorandums of cooperation have already been signed with colleges in Singapore, France and Turkey. Within the framework of these agreements, the exchange of experience between teachers and students will develop.New college-based resource centers are also planned to be opened as part of the Year of Working Professions. These centers will be equipped with modern educational programs and equipment for practical training, as well as conduct short-term courses on work qualifications. More than 90 training programs have been developed for this purpose.To increase the attractiveness of technical and vocational education in Astana, the material and technical base of colleges will be modernized with the involvement of private investments and funds from the local budget. It is also planned to build a 1,000-bed college dormitory in 2025, which will help solve the shortage of places.Special attention will be paid to the international certification of colleges. The Colleges of Public Catering and Service, ASTANA POLYTECHNIC and the College of Technology will cooperate with international organizations such as Richemont (Switzerland) and CITY & GUILDS (Great Britain), which will increase the competitiveness of their graduates in the global labor market.An important step in the development of working professions will be the expansion of employers' participation in personnel training. The inclusion of enterprises in teacher internships and the organization of the Professional Communication Employers' forum, which will be attended by 200 employers in the city, will help strengthen partnerships between businesses and educational institutions.As part of the Year of Working Professions, Astana will also host a number of international, national and city events to promote working professions. Championships in cooking, sewing, gastronomy, creative contests, sports competitions and festivals such as "AstauFest-2025" will attract participants from all over the world.Cultural and sporting events are also planned, including a city soccer tournament among utility workers, a national games championship among railway workers, and a spartakiad among life support workers in the capital. These events contribute to strengthening corporate culture and mutual understanding between various sectors of the economy and the social sphere.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/915961

The volunteers of the capital continue their work within the framework of the "Taza Kazakhstan" campaign and the Marathon of Good Deeds, providing assistance to residents in need, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.In 2025, the volunteers of the Astana Zhastary Youth Resource Center continue to help with snow removal in the yards of those citizens who need support. Every year, as part of these campaigns, volunteers visit the homes of pensioners, people with disabilities, and others in need, helping them clean rooms, clear snow from yards, and perform other household tasks.Today, volunteers carried out a snow removal campaign in the courtyard of one of the houses belonging to a resident of the capital with disabilities.The main goal of the campaign is to support those who need help.Every year, Astana Zhastary volunteers pay special attention to veterans, pensioners and people with disabilities. Since the beginning of the year, we have already cleared the snow in 10 houses," said Dana Takenova, a specialist at the Department for the development of the volunteer movement of the IDC Astana Zhastary.By the way, Astana Zhastary activists also help public utilities workers who clean the city of snow for days on end. For their important work for the capital, on an ongoing basis, volunteers carry out actions to distribute hot tea and bauyrsaks in order to support and express gratitude for their work. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/916033