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

A 9th grade student of the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Lyceum School No. 84 in Astana, Saulebek Alidan, became the absolute winner of the scientific Olympiad in the international arena, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.Hundreds of gifted students from all over the world participated in the SORERNICUS Olympiad, and competitions were held in subjects such as physics, chemistry, biology, and geography. A student from the capital took part in a chemistry competition. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/916043

The metropolitan police continue to fight acts of vandalism and violators of public order. In recent days, new cases of damage to other people's property have been recorded in Astana, the perpetrators of which were quickly found and brought to justice, the official website of the Mayor's Office of the capital reports.So, on January 1, 2025, at about 06:00 a.m., a 26-year-old citizen intentionally damaged the front door of one of the private houses, causing material damage in the amount of 34,900 tenge.On New Year's Eve, December 31, 2024, at 00:45, a 21-year-old woman damaged the front door and doorbell in the apartment, causing damage in the amount of 37,000 tenge.Later, on January 3, 2025, at about 23:30, a 33-year-old man kicked and broke an elevator door in a public place.All the violators were found and brought to administrative responsibility under Article 147-1 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.These incidents are part of a comprehensive effort to curb vandalism in the capital. The police are actively conducting preventive work aimed at maintaining order and cleanliness in the city, as well as preventing antisocial behavior.The purpose of the action is to stop any manifestations of vandalism and keep the capital clean and tidy.332 citizens were brought to justice for vandalism, 191 of them were fined, 141 people were punished with administrative arrest.Vandalism prevention is carried out under the coordination of the City Prosecutor's Office and the Police Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/916109

As a result of the introduction of a digital Family card (hereinafter referred to as OTC) in 2024, more than 642 thousand people were sent SMS messages for the proactive provision of public services. At the same time, 263 thousand people used the opportunity to receive benefits or payments without applying.The digital map of the family is formed on the basis of data from all existing information systems of state bodies. Today, it contains information about 20 million citizens of Kazakhstan or more than 6 million families.The main goal of implementing the CCC is to ensure equal access of Kazakhstanis to the state support system. In this regard, the social code of the Republic of Kazakhstan establishes a digital map of the family as a tool for determining medium and long-term tasks and directions of social policy. Also, the OTC is a daily "electronic notification" about the rights of citizens to receive some kind of guaranteed state support depending on their social status.Currently, the CCC allows Kazakhstanis who have the right to receive state support measures to formalize 10 types of benefits and social benefits without any applications. These are social benefits paid in case of loss of working capacity; social benefits paid in case of loss of work, social benefits or benefits for loss of breadwinner, benefits for parents (guardians) raising a child with disabilities, disability benefits, benefits for large families, benefits for mothers with many children awarded the "Altyn Alka" and "kumis Alka" necklaces, targeted social assistance, as well as a lump sum payment for burial.Also, through the OTC, automatic notifications about the possibility of receiving pension payments, the expiration date of the status when granting or extending the status of "Kandas" and employment measures for unemployed people were implemented.When the right to receive state support measures is established, an SMS message is sent to the potential recipient from the Unified Contact Center 1414. The citizen who received the notification must answer him about his consent. Drawing up an application and assigning a social benefit or payment is carried out in automatic mode, after which the funds are transferred to the recipient's bank account.We note that in order to avoid the risk of fraud, it is necessary to respond to SMS received from the Unified Contact Center 1414.For all questions, please contact the Call center at 1414. The call is free. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/915290

In order to improve professional skills and stimulate the work of state inspectors in the field of fire safety, the Ministry of Emergency Situations summed up the results of the annual republican competition "The best management of State fire control and Supervision." The work of the territorial divisions was assessed by the organization of accounting for controlled facilities, the implementation of preventive control, indicators of administrative practice and other basic criteria for the work of inspectors. According to the results of 2024, the Department of State Fire Control of the Department of Emergency Situations was recognized as the best. Astana. The second place for high results in key indicators was won by the Department of State Fire Control of the Emergency Situations Department of the Akmola region, the third place was taken by the Department of State Fire Control of the Emergency Situations Department of the West Kazakhstan region. The awards were presented to the winners by Vice Minister of Emergency Situations Kegen Tursynbayev. "Competence, erudition and integrity in matters of fire safety of each inspector help to reduce the number of fires. I congratulate the winners and wish them further success in their professional activities," the Vice Minister said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/914710

Astana will host the next city agricultural fair on January 11-12, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Products of local farmers and producers from different regions of Kazakhstan – Akmola, Abay, East Kazakhstan and Kyzylorda regions will be presented directly at the fair. Residents and guests of the city can buy vegetables and fruits, meat, flour, dairy products, confectionery, natural juices, etc.The event will be held in the Koktal shopping and entertainment center at the address: Nurgisa Tlendiyev Ave., 12A.The Fair is open every weekend from 10: 00 to 22: 00.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/915052

On the eve of the new year, the fleet of Almaty Ambulance Service received 48 modern cars of the JAC Sunray brand. Of these, 12 are Class" C "and 36 are Class" B " vehicles.The new vehicles are equipped with modern medical equipment of world brands such as resuscitation devices, defibrillators, electrocardiographs, artificial lung ventilation devices, etc. This makes it possible to provide medical ambulance at a high level.The fleet was modernized thanks to the financing of the mayor's Office of Almaty and the Department of Public Health. Next year, it is planned to purchase another 50 ambulances.Every day, 186 teams are on duty, responding to more than 3 thousand calls.According to the results of 11 months of 2024, more than 990 thousand invitations were executed. The time to reach the invitations of the first and third categories is on average 12.6 minutes, which corresponds to national standards. During this period, 142 successful resuscitations were performed.Today, the ambulance service of Almaty consists of 13 substations located in each district of the city, which provides a quick response to calls. In the summer of 2024, a new substation was opened in the Altai-1 microdistrict, which made emergency assistance services even more accessible.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/915163

A mass race will be held in Astana on January 11, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The venue is the Botanical Garden. The total distance of the competition is 4 km. Registration of those wishing to participate in the competition will take place on the same day from 08: 30 to 10:00.The competition starts at 10:00. At the finish, all participants are awarded commemorative medals.Anyone can take part in the mass race.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/914418

In Astana, public utilities work around the clock without interruptions, clearing the streets of snow and ice day and night. Road workers removed more than 34,000 cubic meters of snow from the city overnight, the official website of the Mayor's office of the capital reports.On January 8, 2,600 road workers and more than 1,600 pieces of special equipment went on the day shift to clean the streets of the city. Their forces removed 34,713 cubic meters of snow from the city.Since the beginning of the winter season, 2,533,794 cubic meters of snow have been removed from the capital on 194,723 flights.First of all, according to the rules, places with very heavy traffic are cleared to avoid traffic jams. Areas of moderate intensity are also being cleaned – squares, station areas, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, etc.The cleaning of central streets, passenger transport routes, bus stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow training grounds in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading vehicle license plates, video surveillance cameras and lighting.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, observe safety regulations, and do not travel long distances 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/914532

In Astana, public utilities continue snow removal operations around the clock without interruption. Road workers removed about 50,000 cubic meters of snow from the city in one day, the official website of the Mayor's office of the capital reports.49,726 cubic meters of snow were removed from the city by road workers.Since the beginning of the winter season, 2,583,547 cubic meters of snow have been transported from the capital on 198,506 flights.First of all, according to the rules, places with very heavy traffic are cleared to avoid traffic jams. Areas of moderate intensity are also being cleaned – squares, station areas, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, etc.The cleaning of central streets, passenger transport routes, bus stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow training grounds in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading vehicle license plates, video surveillance cameras and lighting.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, observe safety regulations, and do not travel long distances 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/914895

The municipal services of the capital continue to work around the clock in an enhanced uninterrupted mode. Tens of thousands of cubic meters of snow are taken out of the city by their forces every day, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.Over 2,600 road workers and more than 1,700 pieces of special equipment are involved in snow removal operations during the day shift on January 9.Over the past night, from January 8-9, more than 55,000 cubic meters of snow were transported from the capital to snow ranges on 4,068 flights.Since the beginning of the winter period, 2,638,609 cubic meters of snow have been removed from the city on 205,297 heavy truck flights.First of all, according to the rules, places with very heavy traffic are cleared to avoid traffic jams. Areas of moderate intensity are also being cleaned – squares, station areas, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, etc.The cleaning of central streets, passenger transport routes, bus stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow training grounds in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading vehicle license plates, video surveillance cameras and lighting.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, observe safety regulations, and do not travel long distances 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/915048

By decree of the Head of State, 2025 was declared the Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan. In order to popularize these specialties, a number of measures are planned in the capital to promote the employment of the population. Ilya Skub, head of the City Department of Employment and Social Protection, spoke about this work at a briefing in the Communications Service, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.In order to increase the prestige of working professions and to reform the system of technical and vocational education, to promote the idea of diligence and professionalism in society, 2025 has been declared the Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan."Within the framework of the Year of Working Professions, events are planned, including in the field of employment. Organization of vocational training for unemployed citizens in sought-after professions in the labor market of the capital, including the JOLTAP project, which covers more than 8,000 people, including more than 5,000 in working professions such as electric and gas welder, car driver, carpenter and furniture manufacturer, cook, hairdresser, seamstress, tailor, florist, fashion designer, shoe repair and key manufacturing, the basics of cabinet furniture manufacturing, an auto specialist in oil and tire replacement, and others," Ilya Skub said.In addition, job fairs will be held in the capital on an ongoing basis, including for the employment of graduates.Career guidance work with graduates of grades 9-11 on the choice of working professions will continue, covering more than 3,000 schoolchildren in the city.At the same time, Open Days "My Profession" will be organized at the industrial and commercial facilities of the capital and a number of events."The goal is to provide high school students with a unique opportunity to familiarize themselves with work processes and their features, which are in demand at industrial and commercial facilities in the capital. These events are aimed at forming young people's ideas about various career paths, stimulating interest in technical and commercial specialties, as well as providing practical assistance in choosing a future profession," said the head of the city administration.It is worth noting that by Labor Day, which is celebrated in Kazakhstan on the last Sunday of September, a Labor forum will be held in Astana, honoring labor veterans and industry leaders to popularize professions/ industries. The "Enbek Zholy" competition will also be organized in the following nominations: "The best labor dynasty", "The best young worker in production" and "The best mentor of working youth".The results of the Paryz business social responsibility competition will also be summed up in the following nominations: "The best socially responsible Enterprise", "The best enterprise in the field of labor protection", "The Best Collective Agreement".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/915371

Mayor of Almaty Yerbolat Dosayev congratulated the Orthodox residents of Almaty on Christmas. The mayor of the city stressed that this day is one of the most significant and bright for all Orthodox Christians."This holiday, filled with deep spiritual meaning, symbolizes love, mercy and faith in the triumph of goodness. He reminds us of the importance of harmony and harmony, of strengthening mutual respect and solidarity in society," the mayor's message of greetings reads.The Mayor noted that the Orthodox Church of Kazakhstan makes an invaluable contribution to the development of interfaith harmony and the strengthening of spiritual values in society."On these bright Christmas days, I sincerely wish all Orthodox Christians joy, peace and prosperity," added Yerbolat Dosayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/914856

Due to the forecast of snowfall, which is expected from January 8, the municipal services of Almaty have been put into an enhanced mode of operation. According to RSE Kazhydromet, snow with a total height of up to 9 mm is possible in the city at night and in the morning on January 8, as well as the formation of ice. The air temperature will drop to -5...-7 °C at night, -2...0 °C is expected during the day.As of January 7, 438 units of special equipment and 968 road workers have been put on alert. Since the beginning of the 2024-2025 winter season, 220 thousand m3 of snow has already been removed.To ensure timely and effective road cleaning, the Municipal Infrastructure Development Department calls on residents of the city:- Do not park cars on roadsides, especially at night.- Pay attention to the warning cones installed in parking lots and along roads.Special attention is paid to the mountainous and foothill areas of the city, where snow raking is actively carried out.Recommendations for drivers and pedestrians:Due to possible ice conditions, drivers are asked to observe the speed limit, the distance between cars and avoid parking in areas where snow removal equipment is operating.Pedestrians are advised to exercise increased caution when crossing roads, especially in conditions of limited visibility and slippery surfaces.Department of Municipal Infrastructure Development in AlmatySource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/914857