Dear residents of Akmola! I sincerely wish you a Happy New Year!Each year is just a small stage in our lives, and its completion is an occasion to take stock and set goals for the future. Our young state continues its development, striving to build a just, modern, secure society. And the success of this development depends on our work with you, on our involvement in the process and confidence in achieving results. Whether our bold and ambitious plans come true will depend only on ourselves.Today, we are all systematically working to fulfill the instructions of our President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Labor productivity in industry and agriculture is growing - an unprecedented harvest of 6.6 million tons of grain has been harvested. This year, the inflow of investments to the region has increased significantly, and new enterprises have opened. The social sphere is also developing: new medical organizations and schools have been built in the region, hundreds of families have received new housing from the state in comfortable new buildings.But the most important thing is that this year we managed to overcome the consequences of the unprecedented flood. It is not for nothing that they say that trials harden the will and test for strength: we have passed such a test. Thanks to our joint work, the unity of our people and mutual support, no one was left alone with their misfortune. Much has been done to prevent similar disasters in the future.Dear fellow countrymen!Each of us associates the coming of the New Year with good hopes and fulfillment of desires. May 2025 be a time of prosperity and success not only for our region, but for the whole of Kazakhstan, for every family. A peaceful sky for all of us! May all good endeavors lead to success, and joy lives in every home!Happy New Year! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/912709

Mass ski runs are actively taking place in the Akmola region, attracting a large number of participants. In the first days of 2025, more than 1,500 people have already participated in these mass sports events.As part of the charity project "Ski track to the village", with the support of the Kazakhstan Halkyna Foundation, 801 pairs of winter ski equipment and 230 pairs of roller skis were purchased for 12 sports schools in the region. This makes it possible to expand the availability of ski runs and maintain sports traditions in the region.The races are held in every district and city of the region. 12 sporting events have already been held.Polina Prilepenko, a 5-year-old resident of the Bulandinsky district, became the youngest participant in the ski races. The oldest participant was 78-year-old Yuri Khlebnikov from Sandyktau district, born in 1947. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/913370

The Ken Dala 2 program has become an important tool for supporting agricultural producers in the Akmola region. Preferential loans provided under the program help farmers solve key tasks during spring field and harvesting operations, increase efficiency and develop enterprises.Maksimovskoye LLP of Sandyktau district became one of the successful participants of the program. In 2024, the company received a loan in the amount of 500 million tenge under the guarantee of the Damu Entrepreneurship Development Fund JSC. These funds allowed the company to cover current needs in a timely manner, such as the purchase of plant protection products, mineral fertilizers, fuel and spare parts."Thanks to the Ken Dala 2 program, we were able to confidently start the harvesting campaign. The loan debt was fully repaid in November 2024, that is, ahead of schedule. We were the first to refund the funds, and immediately applied for new financing. Today we signed the documents and received 800 million tenge to prepare for spring field work in 2025," said Alexander Zakusilov, Director of Maksimovskoye LLP.He also stressed that the program creates unprecedented conditions for farmers, who previously had to borrow from second-tier banks at high interest rates. Now the agro-industrial complex of the region gets access to preferential loans, which contributes to the stable development of the industry.Within the framework of the Ken Dala 2 program for spring field and harvesting operations in 2025, a framework agreement was signed on the opening of a credit line between JSC Agrarian Credit Corporation and JSC SEC KOKSHE in the amount of 32 billion tenge."To date, JSC SPK KOKSHE has formed a pool of 69 agricultural producers worth 26.6 billion tenge. Of these, 22 applications totaling 7.5 billion tenge were received from the Zharkainsky district," said Dina Akhmetzhanova, Director of the Lending Department of JSC SEC KOKSHE.It should be recalled that within the framework of the Ken Dala 2 program in 2024, 35 agricultural producers of the Akmola region received financing totaling 11 billion tenge, which helped the region effectively prepare for seasonal field work. The Ken Dala 2 program continues to support farmers in the region, ensuring the stability and development of agricultural production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/913672

Preparations for flooding are in full swing in Akmola region. Within the framework of the action plan, special attention is paid to the state of hydraulic structures, construction of new facilities and reconstruction of existing reservoirs.The implementation of projects was discussed in the regional akimat. The meeting was chaired by akim of the region Marat Akhmetzhanov and invited contractors in the region.According to the head of the Department of Natural Resources and environmental management Janet Mikishev, currently work is underway in the region to strengthen the banks and deepen the riverbed on the Zhabai, Shagalaly and Kalkutan rivers. In addition, the construction of protective dams is underway in the village of Silk Road, which will prevent flooding and ensure the safety of local residents. In addition, work is underway to reconstruct water supply facilities in Damsa village of Shortandy district and Chapaevskaya dam of Zhaksyn district. This aims to increase their throughput and reduce the risk of flooding. All measures are carried out at the expense of the corporate fund "Demeu Kazakhstan fund".Marat Akhmetzhanov noted the importance of timely and high-quality implementation of the planned activities. He instructed the relevant services to strengthen control over the progress of work and establish close interaction with local authorities. The mayor noted that the integrated implementation of flood preparedness will help reduce risks, protect the population and preserve infrastructure facilities."Control over the quality and timing of work should be carried out comprehensively, both on the part of society and on the part of state bodies. These initiatives are strategically important in improving the safety of the population, preventing emergencies and ensuring environmental stability," the governor of the region said.As a result of the meeting, specific instructions were given to organize work and attract additional resources to implement the established tasks.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/914058

The new House of Culture in Shchuchinsk, Burabaysky district, will become an important platform for the creative development of residents. The facility is equipped with the necessary equipment, including an auditorium with 400 seats, choreographic and rehearsal rooms, a conference room, a recording studio, an art studio, a ballet class, as well as specialized classrooms.According to Marat Suleimenov, a representative of the Azat Kurylys LLP contractor, construction work is at the completion stage, the facility is 98% ready. Landscaping has been completed, taking into account parking spaces.During the working trip, Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov got acquainted with the progress of the work."The House of Culture will become the center of attraction for the creative community of the district. All conditions for creativity, education and events are created here. This facility plays a significant role in the development of the cultural potential of the district," said Marat Akhmetzhanov.According to Katya Abdirova, a resident, thanks to the cultural center, the creative intelligentsia will have a place where they can rehearse, develop and spend their free time.The head of the region was also presented with the district's development plans for 2025. Akim of Burabay district Aray Sadykov spoke about the implemented and planned projects within the framework of urban infrastructure development. The city is actively working to improve engineering networks, road infrastructure, tourism, and housing construction. Among the key areas for 2025 are the completion of ongoing projects and the introduction of new initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of local residents and attracting tourists.Summing up the results of the working trip, Akim of the region Marat Akhmetzhanov stressed that the main task of local executive bodies is to create comfortable living conditions for local residents, develop social and cultural infrastructure. This not only improves the standard of living, but also makes the region more attractive to investors and tourists. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/914071

The robot TV inspector is equipped with modern cameras and sensors that provide high-precision images and allows for a detailed analysis of the condition of pipelines and is designed to detect defects in sewer pipes from 300 to 1000 mm in diameter.Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov handed over a new assistant and keys to specialized equipment, including a fuel tanker, a multifunctional KAMAZ, a farm and passenger Gazelle, as well as JAC and Haval pickups to the district's public utilities.It should be noted that the transfer of new equipment will be an important step in the development of the communal infrastructure of the region and the improvement of the material and technical base. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/914072

In the Burabaysky district, the issue of residents of the residential districts of Gorny, Remzavod and SHCHIPT in Shchuchinsk, who have been using stove heating since 1995, is being resolved. A central heating supply project is being implemented in the city this year.The heating network with a length of more than 3 km is designed to connect 180 subscribers, which will significantly improve the heat supply to residential buildings and increase the comfort of residents.To date, the main construction works have been completed, the heating line has been launched, and landscaping activities are underway. 11 houses have already been connected, and work on the remaining facilities will continue. The project is being implemented by Almatyinzhstroy JSC.Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov visited the family of Dosym Bekmagambetov, whose apartment is connected to the central highway, during a working trip."When the work on laying the networks began, none of us fully believed it. And now, after so many years, our houses have been connected to central heating, and the apartments are warm and cozy. Now we don't have to heat the stove or carry coal. I want to thank the Head of State for implementing such important initiatives for the benefit of the people," says D. Bekmagambetov.By the way, in 2024, 8.5 km of heating networks were built and reconstructed in the city of Shchuchinsk, 446 subscribers were connected to heat. This work will be continued this year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/914073

According to the order of the Akim of the Almaty region, Dimash Abduarsuli Kozhabekov was appointed acting head of the Department of Housing and Communal Services and Landscaping of the Almaty region for 3 months from December 26, 2024.Dimash Abduarsuli was born in 1986 in Almaty. Higher education: in 2009, he graduated from Kazakh National Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev with a degree in electric power engineering, in 2012 — Kazakh National Pedagogical University named after Abai with a degree in law and Fundamentals of Economics, in 2015 — Kokshetau State University named after Sh.Ualikhanov has a degree in law.He started his career as Deputy Chairman of the Youth Affairs Committee of the Kazakh National Pedagogical University named after Abai.Over the years, he worked as an estimate engineer at Kazelectromontazh JSC, a web designer at the Kazakh National Pedagogical Institute named after Abai, a lawyer in the office of the Mayor of Almaty, head of the legal department at Almaty Kalasy Sharuashylyk Baskarmasy LLP, head of the Department of administrative Buildings at the Directorate for the Administration of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, Deputy Chief Head of the Department of Human Resources, Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of Almaty, Head of the Department of Civil Society in the Committee on Civil Society Affairs of the Ministry of Information and Public Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Deputy Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of Kostanay region, as well as the head of the financial and economic department of the office of the Akim of the Almaty region.Since September 2023, he has held the position of Deputy Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of the Almaty region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/911541

Since the beginning of last year, 1,462 unused agricultural land plots with a total area of 422.0 thousand hectares have been identified in the Almaty region. This fact underlines the importance of rational use of land resources and the need for enhanced control in this area. On behalf of the Land Resources Management Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, by the end of 2024, it was planned to return unused agricultural land with a total area of 70 thousand hectares to state ownership.In this regard, 89.7 thousand hectares of agricultural land have been returned to state ownership. The plan has been completed by 128.0%. Of these, 74.8 thousand hectares were voluntarily transferred by the owners, which indicates an increase in their responsibility for compliance with the law.Another 14.9 thousand hectares were seized through lawsuits. According to experts, these results became possible thanks to joint work with the Department of Land Management of the Almaty region. Amanzhol Abdrakhmanov, Head of the Department of Land Relations of the Almaty region, noted the importance of continuing this work: “The effective use of each acre of land is a contribution to the food security of the region and the country as a whole. We will continue to systematically work on the return of unused land, so that every hectare benefits our society.” Despite the results achieved, there is still a lot of work ahead. It is planned to strengthen measures to identify abandoned sites, prevent violations of the law and improve the ecological condition of the lands. Effective land use is possible only with close cooperation between government agencies and landowners. In this regard, the region will continue to work on the implementation of new initiatives. It should be recalled that the main task remains to involve agricultural land in circulation, protect natural resources and contribute to the economic development of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/913170

On December 26, 2024, a meeting with students was held at the East Kazakhstan Humanitarian College named after Abai, organized within the framework of the environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan". The event brought together active youth interested in solving environmental problems in the region and experts willing to share their knowledge and experience.Elena Berezinskaya-Abilova, Head of the Oskemen Tynysy Environmental Protection Bureau, and Ermek Askarov, Head of the Regional Youth Resource Center department, spoke at the meeting.The speakers discussed topical environmental issues with the participants, paying special attention to the problem of environmental pollution and the importance of the Taza Kazakhstan program. Practical examples of successful environmental initiatives were presented and recommendations were given on the involvement of young people in the implementation of environmental protection programs.Special attention was paid to the formation of an ecological culture, the reduction of household waste and the participation of young people in environmental actions. The participants actively asked questions, shared their own thoughts and offered ideas to improve the environmental situation in the region.Following the meeting, many students expressed a desire to become volunteers of environmental projects and make a personal contribution to the implementation of the Taza Kazakhstan program. The organizers noted the importance of such events, emphasizing that only through joint efforts can significant environmental changes be achieved.This event was another step towards the formation of an environmentally responsible society in the East Kazakhstan region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/909997

By order of the Akim of East Kazakhstan region, in coordination with the administration of the president of the Republic of Kazakhstan and deputies of the district maslikhat, Meirzhan Albekov was appointed akim of Kurchum district.He is a native of the East Kazakhstan region. In 2011, he graduated from Semipalatinsk State Pedagogical University, in 2015-the Kazakh National Academy of Arts named after T. K. Zhurgenev, in 2021-the Almaty Academy of Economics and statistics.He started his career in 2010. At different times, he worked as director of the state enterprise "Daryn", head of the Department of culture, language development, Physical Culture and sports, deputy akim of the district, as well as Akim of the Tavriya rural district of Ulansky district. Since December 2023, he has held the position of Deputy akim of Kurchum district.The head of the region noted that the new mayor faces large-scale tasks to develop the infrastructure, socio-economic and tourist potential of the Kurchum district.Press service of Akim of East Kazakhstan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/911585

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For 11 months of 2024, the net investment income of Kazakhstanis amounted to KZT2.78 trln, which is KZT1.53 trln or 123% more than the same period last year. At the same time, due to compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC), voluntary pension contributions (VPC), contributors and beneficiaries received net investment income of more than KZT2.76 trln, which exceeds the volume of these contributions, which amounted to KZT2.29 trln.Net investment income from employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPC), the transfer of which started in 2024, amounted to more than KZT14.24 bln with contributions amounting to KZT204.12 bln.The return on UAPF pension assets formed through CPC, COPC, VPC, under the management of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 11 months of 2024 amounted to 14.85% with inflation for this period of 7.6%. The return on UAPF pension assets formed through ECPC, as of December 1, 2024 since the beginning of the year - 12.00%.At the same time, the return on UAPF pension assets over the past 12 months as of December 1, 2024 was 16.97% with inflation at 8.40%. Investment income consists of income in the form of remuneration on financial instruments (securities, deposits and other transactions), market and currency revaluation of financial instruments, income on assets under external management, etc. To preserve pension assets and generate income, the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBRK) and investment portfolio managers (IPM) constantly diversify the investment portfolio. That is, assets are invested in different financial instruments, currencies and are regularly redistributed taking into account the market situation. The reviews of investment activities of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, monthly posted on the website enpf.kz, reflect that as of December 1, 2024, income was received on all types of instruments.Accumulated investment return in the long term also exceeds inflation. Since the foundation of the funded pension system in 1998, as of December 1, 2024, the cumulative accumulated return was 952.5% with inflation for the entire period being 819.24%.The entire system of investment management and accounting of pension assets is transparent: each investor has the opportunity to see their investment income in their personal account on the enpf.kz website or in a mobile application.Information on investment management of UAPF pension assets and on financial instruments in which UAPF pension assets are placed is published on the official UAPF website (www.enpf.kz) in the "Indicators/Investment Activity" section. A lot of interesting and useful information, including interviews with experts of the funded pension system about investing pension assets, is on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel. 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/913642

To ensure the safety of the residents of the area, work is underway to illuminate the streets. Thus, outdated lamps were replaced, energy-saving LED lamps were installed for efficient use and energy saving.On behalf of the akim of the district, Yersin Eskendirov, 200 pieces of GEMERO-50 lamps were purchased, defective LED lamps were replaced in the microdistricts of the district center Aksuat - Buritastagan, Zhanaaul, Meat Processing plant.Lighting is actively carried out in the area, ensuring a comfortable stay for residents. In the future, work on the replacement of burnt-out LED lights in the villages of the district will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/913652

Systematic work is being carried out in the healthcare sector of the Makanshi district. As part of the national project "Modernization of rural healthcare", outpatient clinics are being built in 8 settlements of the district. The facility in the village of Beket has already been commissioned. In addition, the resumption of the construction of an outpatient clinic in the village of Makanshy, which includes a day hospital, a laboratory and a women's consultation, the decision of which has been delayed for many years, has become a great joyous event for the residents of the district. It is planned that the facility will be commissioned in May 2025.For the first time, a CT scanner was purchased at the district hospital. Successful work is also underway to provide the hospital with the necessary medical staff. In 2024, young specialists were hired — an ultrasound diagnostician, a cardiologist and a pulmonologist, and this year a radiologist and a rehabilitologist will join their ranks.According to the results of last year, the birth rate in the district increased by 12.1% compared to 2023. No cases of maternal and child mortality have been recorded. The incidence rate among the population decreased by 1.8%.Currently, residents of the district are provided with medical services by 1 clinical diagnostic hospital, 9 rural outpatient clinics, 3 paramedic and obstetric centers, 6 medical centers and 8 clinical departments.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/914010

In several districts of Abay region, large families, socially vulnerable categories of citizens, and other waiting lists were given keys to new houses. This was an important step in the implementation of state policy in providing housing to the population and improving the quality of life.In Maylin rural district of ayagoz District, large families were given keys to 2 houses with 2 apartments.The same joyful event took place in the village of Karaul, Abay district, where 28 shanyraks received new housing. In the district, the construction of 70 apartments in 8 rural districts and 1 settlement was completed and handed over to citizens who were on the waiting list for public housing.In the villages of Urdzhar and Besterek, urdzhar district, citizens who were on the waiting list for housing also celebrated a housewarming party. Akim of the district Akylbek Bashimbayev congratulated 8 families with housing in the village of Besterek and 38 families in the village of Urdzhar and expressed his best wishes. In 2024, 41 residential buildings were built in 12 settlements of Urdzhar district, and 82 families received housing.In the borodulikha district, support for socially vulnerable categories of citizens continues. This year, 3, 24 single-parent families and 2 pensioners with 5 large children, raising children with special needs, received a new home in the district. Of these 34 shelters, 20 are located in the village of Borodulikha.The area of new houses is at least 89 square meters. Equipped with individual boilers and provided with all the necessary communications, such as centralized water supply and local sewage system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/914011

Since January 1, 2025, the amounts of all types of state benefits and basic pension payments have been increased by 6.5% in accordance with the projected inflation rate determined by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the solidarity pension by 8.5%, i.e. 2% ahead of inflation.In addition, on behalf of the Head of State, starting in 2023, for five years, an annual phased increase in the minimum basic pension to 70% of the subsistence minimum, and the maximum to 120%, is being implemented.Thus, starting from January 1, 2025, the minimum amount of the basic pension has been increased from 65% to 70% of the subsistence minimum, which is 32,360 tenge, and the maximum amount from 105% to 110% of the subsistence minimum, which is 50,851 tenge.For example, a 69-year–old pensioner who retired in 2019 had a pension paid from the budget of 156,856 tenge in 2024, including a basic pension payment of 45,578 tenge and a joint pension of 111,278 tenge. Taking into account the increase from January 1, 2025, the total amount of pension for this pensioner increased to 171,588 tenge, including a basic pension of 50,851 tenge, a solidary pension of 120,737 tenge. It is important to note that these amounts do not include payments from the UAPF.A few examples of an increase in government benefits from January 1, 2025:- the allowance for the birth of 1, 2, 3 children increased from 140,296 to 149,416 tenge, for the birth of 4 or more children – from 232,596 to 247,716 tenge;- the allowance for large families, the amount of which depends on the number of children, has increased for families with 4 children from 59,183 to 63,030 tenge, with 10 children – from 147,680 to 157,280 tenge;- the allowance for persons with disabilities of group I increased from 95,496 to 101,702 tenge, group II – from 76,397 to 81,362 tenge, group III – from 52,089 to 55,474 tenge.The amount of payments for loss of breadwinner and disability from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the State Social Insurance Fund) has also been increased by 6.5%. These payments are made to participants of the compulsory social insurance system in addition to state benefits from the budget.The amount of payments is individual and depends on: the average monthly income from which social contributions were made to the State Social Insurance Fund over the past 2 years, disability coefficients, the number of dependents, length of service in the compulsory social insurance system and income replacement. Source: Pensions and benefits increased in KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/913340

The Ministry of Industry and construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces accreditation of associations of private business entities.The process is carried out in accordance with paragraph 4 of the rules for accreditation of associations of private business entities and other non-profit organizations approved by the order of the Ministry of national economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 29, 2023 No. 127, including the form of the accreditation certificate, the grounds and procedure for canceling accreditation.Accreditation of associations of private business entities is carried out in accordance with the rules. To obtain accreditation, the applicant submits the following documents:1) application for accreditation of private business entities and other non-profit organizations in accordance with Annex 2 to these rules; 2) electronic copies of the Constituent documents of a legal entity, branch (representative office) and documents confirming state (accounting) registration (re-registration) in Kazakh and Russian languages; 3) A list of members of the association and/or organization, indicating business identification numbers.Acceptance of documents for accreditation is carried out through the e-Otinish program from January 6 to 20, 2025 in electronic form, contact number for reference: +7 (7172) 983-261.Source: associations of private business entities will be able to pass accreditation from January 6Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/913963

In Almaty, the New Year's Eve was celebrated vividly and on a large scale on Astana Square.Residents and guests of Almaty gathered in Astana Square to watch the broadcast of the New Year's greetings from the Head of State, followed by the performance of the national anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event culminated in a grand fireworks display that lit up the night sky in the first minutes of 2025. The audience looked at the colorful lights with admiration, trying to capture this moment.Famous artists of Kazakhstan performed during the New Year's concert. Among them were Chingiz Typhoon, Makvin, Orynkhan, 6ellucci, Marhaba Sabi, Moldanazar, RaiM and 2RAR. A DJ also played for the audience.The New Year's event on Astana Square became the bright finale of 2024 and the wonderful beginning of 2025, leaving an indelible impression on everyone who decided to spend this evening in the open air of Almaty.By the way, another grand concert was held in Almaty today on Abai Square, where such famous artists as Berkut, Gazizkhan Shekerbek, 2RAR, the lead singer and producer of the boy band "All Come On" Shokan Maratuly and others performed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912931

In 2024, active work was carried out in Almaty to modernize container sites and replace old metal containers with modern plastic buried models. These 3 m3 containers provide a reduction in storage areas, blocking unpleasant odors and animal access, and ease of use due to fire-resistant and moisture-proof materials.As of today, 1,454 container platforms have been installed in the city, of which 287 are of the buried type.In order to develop an ecological culture in Almaty, there are 8 integrated recycling collection points, including EcoSen ecostations and the Econetwork Ecohub. More than 1,300 mesh containers have been installed to collect "dry" waste fractions, and 53 fandomats have been launched since the beginning of the year to receive plastic and aluminum beverage cans.The waste sorting complex of Green Recycle LLP processes up to 550 thousand tons of waste per year. In the first 11 months of 2024, 15.2% of waste was recycled, which corresponds to 74,637 tons of recycled materials.In general, 100% coverage for the collection and removal of solid waste from the population is provided in the city. Waste disposal services are provided by 21 garbage collection organizations. A total of 283 units of special equipment are involved.These efforts are aimed at creating an effective waste management system that meets international standards and improving environmental safety for Almaty residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/912933