According to operational data from KTZ NC JSC, as of February 16, 2024/2025, 6.7 million tons of grain were transported, including 1.4 million tons within the country and 5.3 million tons for export. The growth in export volumes amounted to 48.3%.2 million tons were exported to Uzbekistan, which is 34.9% more than in the same period of 2023/2024, Tajikistan - 789 thousand tons (an increase of 47%), China - 679 thousand tons, Afghanistan - 235 thousand tons (an increase of 37%). Deliveries to Iran increased by 20 times or 644 thousand tons, deliveries to Azerbaijan by 79 times or 319 thousand tons.At the end of 2024, 10.6 million tons of grain were transported, including 2.5 million tons within the country and 8.1 million tons for export.In addition, according to KTZ data, at the end of 2024, 3.2 million tons of flour were transported, including 817 thousand tons within the Republic of Kazakhstan and 2.4 million tons for export, an increase of 3%. In January-February 16, 352 thousand tons of flour were transported, of which 238 thousand tons were exported, an increase of 9.6%.The main countries importing flour are the Central Asian Republic, China, Afghanistan and other countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/941111

The Department of Land Resources Management of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan conducted an inspection of the legality of the allocation of land plots to local executive bodies of Baidibek, Tulkibas and Tole Bi districts.As a result of the inspection, it was determined that the land plots were allocated without a competition and auction, in violation of the requirements of Article 48 of the Land Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Based on the court's decisions that entered into legal force, 4.3 thousand hectares of agricultural land allocated to the state in violation of the legislation by the resolutions of the akimats of Baidibek and Tulkibas districts were returned. Of these, 1,149.54 hectares are arable and 3,209.71 hectares are pasture.The Tolebi district akimat illegally allocated 63 land plots with a total area of ​​7.56 hectares for summer cottage construction.The court declared these transactions invalid and found the decisions on land allocation illegal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/941167

The 16th Republic of Kazakhstan Championship in eagle hunting among juniors and youth, held in the village of Koksayek, Tole Bi district of the Turkestan region, has come to an end, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Despite the foggy and difficult weather conditions, eagle hunters prepared for the competition with great care and showed their skills.The first day of the competition was held among juniors, where 22 eagles, 27 falcons and 10 falcons competed. On the second day, 22 eagles, 21 falcons and 9 falcons participated in the competition among youth.Athletes from Astana participated in the national championship and won. Yerasyl Serikbekuly won the gold medal in eagle hunting among juniors. Dias Kuntugan was among the top three in the Karshiga bird sculpture, and Erasyl Serikbekuly was among the top three in the Itelgi bird sculpture.The best bird sculptors from 9 regions of the country (Almaty, Atyrau, Zhambyl, Zhetysu, Karaganda, East Kazakhstan, Turkestan, Kyzylorda, Ulytau) and two major cities (Astana, Almaty) participated in this championship, glorifying our national art and determining the strongest among themselves.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940307

The premiere of the musical performance "Bird Festival" by the inclusive theater "Wings" will be held in Astana, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The author of the play is writer-dramatist, Honored Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan Dulat Isabekov. The director is the cultural worker Nurfat Vakhitov. The performance will take place on February 24-25, at 7:00 PM, at the Youth Theater.The play depicts the injustice and inequality in society, the vulnerability and selfishness inherent in humanity, and the time when the educated and the uneducated are praised based on their wealth or strength, is reflected in the image of birds.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940309

Individual and relay winter triathlon competitions were held at the Triathlon Park in the capital. Participants covered various distances in running, cycling and skiing, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.The winter triathlon distance consisted of three stages: a 2.5 km run, a 3 km bike ride and a 2.5 km ski race. About 100 people took part in it - both professional athletes and amateurs aged 18 and over.In general, it took the athletes about an hour to complete all three stages.“Despite the difficulty, not only professionals but also amateurs took part in the competition. For everyone, this is an opportunity to experience new emotions and gain experience. A person who runs well cannot ski. And in the cycling stage, it may take precedence,” noted Zhanat Kozhakhmetov, Secretary General of the Astana Triathlon Federation.The main goal of the event is to develop triathlon, cycling, athletics and skiing among amateurs, promote a healthy lifestyle, and attract the majority of the population to sports.In the individual competition for men aged 18-29, Vladislav Malykov came first and finished, and among women - Victoria Shiryaeva. Among women, Liliya Badrtdinova was the best in her category (30-39 years old), and among men - Dmitry Adamovich.In the winter triathlon, in the 40-49 age category, skier Yerlan Taileuov became the winner among men, and Anna Lebedeva among women. In the 50-59 age category, Kairgeldy Mursalimov came first among men, and Tatyana Prilukova among women. In the 60+ category, Bakhyt Myrzageldy finished among men, and Valentina Titovskaya among women.Also, M. Tokhanova, R. Zherdentapkanov, and M. Bekmagambetov took first place in the relay race.Each participant was awarded a commemorative medal at the finish line.The event was held with the support of the capital's akimat, the city's Department of Physical Culture and Sports, and the Astana Triathlon Federation.It should be noted that this competition was the first start of 2025, which is included in the annual rating. The capital's triathlon federation has been holding the competition since 2018.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940345

The family ecological challenge "My Yard!", which began among art collectives in the capital, continues, the official website of the Astana akimat reported.The goal of the event is to help the collective keep the yard clean, mobilize family members in a common cause, and instill a sense of care and responsibility in children. The initiative aims to instill in children a love of hard work, respect for their homeland, form an ecological culture in society, and strengthen unity.The challenge will be attended by cultural workers from institutions under the Astana City Department of Culture and their family members. During the challenge, employees, together with their family members, clean the yard of their house from snow and garbage, and pass the baton on to other colleagues on social networks.The challenge was first launched by employees of the Azerbaijan Mambetov Drama and Comedy Theater. Later, other cultural groups supported the initiative."The staff of the State Academic Philharmonic named after E. Rakhmadiev actively participated in the "Clean Kazakhstan" environmental campaign and supported the "My Yard" challenge. During the event, employees cleaned their areas, encouraged children to work, and contributed to the formation of a culture of environmental protection. In order to encourage children, they were offered sweets. The Philharmonic's staff supports this challenge and will continue to contribute to the prosperity of Kazakhstan," said Aruzhan Samarkanova, press secretary of the State Academic Philharmonic named after Erkegali Rakhmadiev. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940355

Astana's utilities have been working around the clock since the beginning of the winter season. Thousands of vehicles and road workers are deployed for snow removal every day, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.During the day shift on February 18, more than 2,500 road workers and more than 1,300 special vehicles were deployed for snow removal.On the night of February 18, more than 22 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed from the city to snow dumps in 1,733 flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, more than 5.96 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the capital in 482,930 heavy truck flights.First of all, in accordance with the rules, places with the highest traffic intensity are cleared to avoid traffic jams on the roads. Also, areas with medium intensity - squares, areas near the station, sidewalks, entrances to social facilities, etc. will be cleaned.Cleaning of central streets, places where passenger transport routes pass, stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow polygons in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading license plates of dump trucks, video surveillance cameras are installed here, and lighting is turned on.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, follow safety rules, and not go on long trips if there is a storm warning.In case of an emergency, call "112".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940427

At the Astana airport, fans solemnly welcomed our short track athletes, who brought glory to the country at the Winter Asian Games. At the IX Winter Asian Games in Harbin, the Kazakh national team achieved a historic achievement by winning 1 gold and 2 silver medals, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Along with their relatives and fans, the athletes were welcomed with a standing ovation by Vasily Levit, head of the Astana Department of Physical Culture and Sports.The main sports event of 2025 - the Winter Asian Games in Harbin, which took place on February 7-14, was a moment that will be written in golden letters for Kazakh short track athletes. The men's team won the gold of the Asian Games, which had not been won in almost 30 years. In the 5000-meter relay, the Kazakh national team won a historic victory, beating the Olympic champions and world giants China and South Korea. Athletes from Astana - Adil Galiyakhmetov, Aibek Nasen and Abzal Azhgaliyev - contributed to this victory.Gold medalist Adil Galiyakhmetov noted that this victory is the result of many years of hard work:"Our main goal for 2025 was the Winter Asian Games and the World Championships. We started our preparations in May. The method we used on the championship path is the result of a tactical plan developed over several months. We were confident that even if the athletes from China and South Korea did not fall, we would still be able to overtake them. Our tactics were worked out for months," said Adil Galiyakhmetov.In addition to the men's team, the women's team also brought pride to the country at the Asian Games. The Kazakh national team won a silver medal in the 3000-meter relay. Astana athletes Malika Yermek and Madina Zhanbosynova performed and stood on the podium.In addition, Astana athletes also won a silver medal in the 2000-meter mixed team relay. The country's honor was defended by Adil Galiyakhmetov, Abzal Azhgaliev and Malika Yermek in this competition.The victorious path of Kazakhstani short track athletes was not limited to the Asian Games. Adil Galiyakhmetov, an athlete from Astana, won a bronze medal in the team relay at the World Tour stage held yesterday in Milan, Italy.These victories are evidence of the rise of Kazakhstani short track to a new level. Abzal Azhgaliev's 4th place at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, Denis Nikisha's historic silver medal in the 500 meters in 2024, and the best results of the men's and women's teams at this year's Asian Games - all this shows that short track is developing in our country and that high results can be expected from each athlete. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940468

The “Yelorda Zhastary” housing program is being implemented in Astana, and young people whose contracts under the “Rented housing for working youth without the right to purchase” program expire in early 2025 can participate in it, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.From February 17, the “Otbasy Bank” has begun the procedure for confirming the solvency of these citizens for further lending within the framework of the “Yelorda Zhastary” housing program.The housing center provides referrals for checking solvency in electronic and paper format. Electronic versions will be sent to the participants via WhatsApp to the phone numbers specified.The documents required for qualification will be valid for 30 calendar days from the date of submission.To obtain qualifications, young people with a referral should contact the bank branches at the following addresses:* R. Koshkarbayev Avenue, 26;* Kazhymukan Street, 12a;* Mangilik El Avenue, 27;* Beibitshilik Street, 25.Recall that the “Yelorda Zhastary” program offers young people a preferential housing loan at an annual interest rate of 5 percent.The maximum loan amount is 18 million tenge, while a down payment of 10 percent of the market value of the housing is required, regardless of the accumulation period.The loan term can be up to 19 years. Program participants have the opportunity to purchase their own housing in the primary and secondary markets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940603

The President of Kazakhstan declared 2025 the "Year of Working Professions." It is these specialists who have the responsible task of ensuring a comfortable life for entire cities. The exemplary representatives of this profession are the capital's Musaylov family, who have chosen the path of energy, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.The Musaylov family is an exemplary labor dynasty that contributes to the development of the capital's energy sector. Family members use their knowledge and experience to ensure the comfort and safety of city residents. They continue to work for the good of society, maintaining a high level of quality and reliability in their work.The head of the family, Kairat Musaylov, has been working in the energy sector for 35 years. He is an electrician of the operational-mobile service, and for his work he was awarded the title of "Honored Energy Worker of the Kazakh Energy Agency" and the medal "100 Years of GOELRO". His perseverance and professionalism have always been an example for others.Kairat's wife, Ayagoz Slyamova, has devoted 24 years to the energy sector. Currently, she works as a dispatch operator. Her diligence and care led her daughter to continue the baton.23-year-old Adiya Musaylova recently received a higher education in "Electrical Engineering" and has been working as a second-category technician of the power grid access service at Astana-AEK JSC for a year. The girl is proud that she not only makes ends meet with her profession, but also continues the family's career.Her two brothers, Nurzhan and Nurlan Musaylov, also work in the energy sector.Nurzhan Musaylov has devoted 26 years to the energy sector, achieving the highest 6th category in the specialty of an electrician for the repair and installation of cable networks.Nurlan Musaylov has also been working as an electrician for the repair and installation of cable networks for 22 years. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940612

The results of the “Best Social Business Project” competition have been announced in Astana, the official website of the capital’s akimat reports.The competition was organized by the Republican Association of Private Preschool and Secondary Education Organizations “Adilet” with the support of the “Zhastar Ruhi” youth wing of the “AMANAT” party.Members of the “Adilet” association, a young entrepreneur and owner of the G-Empire hotel Timur Gizatullin, as well as activists of the “Zhastar Ruhi” youth wing of the “AMANAT” party took part in the event.According to the akim of the capital’s Yesil district, Darmeniyar Kydyrbekuly, the competition has become an important platform for showcasing the initiatives and talents of young people.“Today’s competition is not just a competition, it is an opportunity for young people to show their abilities, find mentors and share their ideas will allow you to receive support for the implementation. We are confident that the participants will reveal their potential and contribute to the development of our country,” he said.The district akim also touched upon the fact that the Head of State declared 2025 the “Year of Working Professions” and the importance of supporting the professional growth of young people today.The winner of the first place and a cash prize of 700 thousand tenge was Diana Zhulmukhambetova, a 2nd year student of Astana IT University.“My project is called Kaz nomad camp. I have six years of experience in sports tourism, and this idea gave me special inspiration when I participated in the World Nomad Games as a volunteer. I proposed to implement an entertainment program in ethnic style. It includes various master classes, for example, making baursak, beshbarmak, as well as a program for holding national games. In addition, the program provides for master classes in yurt weaving and traditional crafts. I think this is a great opportunity to widely promote Kazakh culture among young people. Every year, there are many applicants who come to the city, and each of them thinks about where they will go for a walk. I want them to not only visit places like cafes, restaurants, and cinemas, but also to be spiritually enriched by getting to know the national culture,” the student said about his project.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940696

As part of the anti-fraud operational-preventive operation, the capital's police have detained a drop-shipper who stole money from an Astana resident through his accounts, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.A resident of Astana was contacted by a bank employee. They threatened that a cyberattack had been made on his account. In order to save his money, they persuaded him to transfer it to "safe accounts." He did as he was told and transferred a million tenge. After that, the caller stopped contacting him.Employees of the Cybercrime Countermeasures Department of the Astana Police Department have identified the identity and location of the account owner from whom the stolen million tenge was transferred. He turned out to be a 20-year-old man. The suspect, having gained access to personal data, provided the fraudsters with his card details. He was placed in a temporary detention center.The police have opened a criminal case, and the involvement of the detained person in similar crimes is being investigated.Law enforcement agencies reminded city residents of the need to follow the rules in order not to become victims of scammers."If someone calls your mobile phone and introduces themselves as a bank or police officer, do not continue the conversation. Hang up and do not give out your personal information. To confirm the information, contact the bank or police directly, contact the nearest police station or call 102,” the Astana city police department advised.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/940853

The sports sector is developing rapidly in the Sandyktau district. Work continues on upgrading sports equipment in educational institutions, as well as the construction of new sports facilities.According to the local akimat, about half of the district's population is systematically engaged in physical education and sports. Last year alone, the district produced a master of sports, 15 candidates for master of sports, 5 first-class athletes, and 95 mass-class athletes. "The regional budget allocated funds for major repairs of the ski and roller track in Balkashino. "Also, budget applications have been submitted for the installation of multifunctional sports fields and the construction of an indoor hockey court," said Saule Zhaiylanova, Deputy Akim of the Sandyktau District. It is worth noting that the Bolashak sports and recreation complex is currently operating in the district. It hosts sports sections in futsal, swimming, hand-to-hand combat, aikido, volleyball, basketball, and fitness exercises. The main sports organization that systematically engages in physical education and sports is the Sandyktau Specialized Children and Youth Sports School. 760 students in this school are engaged in 8 sports.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/940898

Within the framework of the “Clean Kazakhstan” program, work has begun in Almaty ahead of schedule to improve the city’s road infrastructure. The City Mobility Department announced that potholes formed in winter on main streets will be eliminated in order to prevent accidents on roads.“The asphalt concrete plant was launched ahead of schedule, which in pilot mode will produce “warm asphalt” with energy-saving additives that will ensure compaction of the asphalt concrete mixture when the air temperature drops to minus -5 degrees. As previously reported by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, this technology was developed by the Kazakhstan Road Research Institute (KazzholRZI) and tested on a highway of republican significance,” the department noted.The Urban Mobility Department noted that no restrictions on traffic are expected during the work period. In addition, the main work on the current repair of the street-road network will be carried out by district akimats and the KMB in the spring-summer period.Let us recall that this year, the Urban Mobility Department plans to carry out medium repair of 300 kilometers of roads, build 35 kilometers of new roads, put into operation the Seifullin-Zhansugurov interchange, the sections of Sayyn Street from Ryskulov to Monke Bi and Abai Avenue to the city border. These works will allow increasing the share of high-quality roads from 92% in 2024 to 95% in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/940440

Almaty Mayor Erbolat Dossayev met with Mr. Wang Kun, President of the China Earthquake Administration, during his official visit to China.It should be noted that the China Earthquake Administration (CEA) is a state body responsible for monitoring, forecasting, assessing and responding to seismic activity in the country.Erbolat Dossayev got acquainted with the agency's work to reduce the risk of natural disasters and reported on the measures being taken to reduce seismic risk in Almaty."More than 40% of Kazakhstan's territory is located in an earthquake-prone area. We are part of the system of seismic belts in Eurasia. Almaty itself is located in a seismically active zone. Therefore, ensuring seismic safety is one of the main priorities in the program "Development of the city of Almaty until 2025 and medium-term prospects until 2030", - said Yerbolat Dossaev.According to him, 28 stations are operating in Almaty for the prediction and early warning of strong earthquakes, and an additional 70 stations are planned to be installed. 30 stations have been installed this year, and another 40 stations will be put into operation by the end of 2026.Following the results of the meeting, an agreement was signed between the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observation and Research of Kazakhstan and the Institute of Geophysics of the China Earthquake Agency on joint work on integrating seismic monitoring and early warning systems. This document will allow specialists from both countries to exchange seismic information in real time."Pre-notifying the population about natural disasters and ensuring their preparedness for earthquakes is one of the pressing issues. In this regard, cooperation with CEA and the China Institute of Geophysics is very important for us,” Yerbolat Dossayev noted.In turn, Mr. Wang Kun, President of the Earthquake Agency of the People’s Republic of China, expressed confidence that the signed agreement will be an important step in strengthening cooperation in the field of seismic safety between Kazakhstan and China. He also noted that Almaty has great potential for monitoring and responding to natural disasters, and said that CEA will provide comprehensive support in the exchange of experience in seismic monitoring and early response.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/940441

As part of his official visit to China, Almaty Mayor Yerbolat Dossayev met with Wang Chunying, President of the Export-Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank).The main topic of the negotiations was to discuss the terms of financing major infrastructure projects, in particular, the expansion of the Almaty metro network.“We highly appreciate the close political dialogue between the leaders of our countries, which is the basis for active and fruitful cooperation. Projects for the construction of metro lines in Almaty will be implemented on the principle of an EPC+F-contract, involving external borrowing under the guarantee of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. We are ready to discuss in detail the proposals of China Exim Bank on the terms of financing this project, and also invite you to participate in the implementation of other infrastructure projects,” noted Almaty Akim Yerbolat Dossayev.In turn, Ms. Wang Chunying reported that Exim Bank has been financing various projects in Kazakhstan for 16 years and has extensive experience in investing in road infrastructure, energy, industry and real estate construction.“An important area of ​​our interaction with Kazakhstan is transport and infrastructure construction. We have signed agreements for 5 major road projects worth 2.4 billion US dollars. Now we are ready to make every effort to cooperate with the Almaty Akimat,” said Wang Chunying.Following the results of the meeting, the parties expressed their readiness to continue joint work and strengthen partnership relations.Reference:China Exim Bank was established in 1994. The bank has 32 branches in China, Paris, as well as representative offices in Hong Kong, a number of African countries, Russia, Poland, Chile and Uzbekistan. The bank is engaged in supporting China's foreign trade, investment and international economic cooperation, and actively promotes "green" lending to support sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/940691

As part of his working visit to the PRC, Almaty Mayor Erbolat Dossayev met with Wang Jiu, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tus-Holdings Co. . The parties discussed the prospects for cooperation in innovation, technological development and investment projects.Tus-Holdings Co. is a scientific and technological investment public-private holding group founded on the basis of Tsinghua University. Its market capitalization is 28 billion US dollars. The company has innovation technology centers in more than 80 cities around the world, more than 200 technology incubators and 400 technology parks. Tus-Holdings Co. is also implementing the TusPark project in Beijing. This is the largest university-based science and technology park in the world.During the meeting, the possibility of implementing projects such as the creation of a business incubator, an educational cluster and a science park in Kazakhstan was considered.According to Erbolat Dossayev, high-tech industries, creative industries, IT sectors and tourism are rapidly developing in Almaty as part of economic diversification. The city's Industrial Zone and the ITP SEZ have become the main platforms for forming clusters in the automotive industry, medical device production, scientific and educational sectors, and ICT (information and communication technologies).“In December last year, the international rating agency Fitch confirmed the sovereign credit rating of Almaty at “BBB+”. This is higher than the sovereign rating of the Republic of Kazakhstan at “BBB”. Almaty's high credit rating is associated with its dynamic economic development, significant growth in local budget revenues, and low debt burden. As the largest economic center of Kazakhstan, our city is ready to become a major hub for Chinese investments,” said Yerbolat Dossayev.In turn, Wang Jiu, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tus-Holdings Co., noted that “Almaty is one of the most attractive investment regions in Kazakhstan.” He said that the company is interested in partnering with the ITP SEZ and sees Kazakhstan as a promising market for implementing scientific and technological initiatives.Tus-Holdings Co. representatives are planning to visit Kazakhstan in March this year and hold a meeting to study the local market. The issue of opening a joint technopark in Almaty with a 50/50 share will also be considered.Following the negotiations, Yerbolat Dossayev thanked the representatives of Tus-Holdings Co. for taking the time to meet and said that he was confident in a mutually beneficial partnership in the development of the technological entrepreneurship ecosystem.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/940697

The cadet class was solemnly opened at the S. Lastaev secondary school, and 20 students of the 7th grade were admitted. The class was named after a native of this district, senior sergeant Bagybek Tikebayev, a police driver of the Katonkaragay district internal affairs department. He died in the line of duty on September 3, 1994, while escorting detained criminals.The opening of the cadet class is aimed at providing the younger generation with military-patriotic education, increasing interest in serving in law enforcement agencies, and determining the professional orientation of students.A uniform was prepared for students in accordance with the uniform of police officers. The class was equipped with the necessary equipment.With the consent of the East Kazakhstan Region Department of Education, additional subjects such as the basics of law enforcement services, initial military training, and first aid were included in the cadet curriculum. Police officers and relevant specialists will be involved in it.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/940597

In the Year of Working Professions, it is necessary to focus on training highly qualified personnel and develop practice-oriented education.To this end, educational institutions in Almaty, Mangystau, Karaganda and East Kazakhstan regions, enterprises that are considered social partners, and representatives of the Atameken regional national chamber of entrepreneurs discussed the importance of dual education.- Dual education is an important part of the country's sustainable development. In 2024, 4936 students graduated, 4275 of whom were employed. Training personnel under the dual education system will increase the employment rate of graduates, - said Alima Akylbek, Deputy Head of the East Kazakhstan Region Department of Education.According to the East Kazakhstan Region Department of Education, dual education is carried out in 27 colleges in 44 specialties. That is, more than 5,000 students are studying. Approximately 448 enterprises and social partner companies participate in dual training.- We believe that mentoring plays an important role in the development of the dual training system. Students spend 60% of their time at the practice site, - says Asset Adilkhan, Head of the Human Capital Development Department of the East Kazakhstan Chamber of Entrepreneurs.The seminar participants shared their experience in implementing dual training and discussed methods for solving current issues in this area.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/940637

The opening ceremony of the Kazakhstan Championship among athletes with hearing impairments was held in Ust-Kamenogorsk. According to the organizers of the competition, the main goal is to improve the skills and qualifications of athletes.– More than 150 athletes from 13 regions of the country are participating in the championship. During the competition, several sets of medals will be up for grabs, as well as preliminary selection for the Deaflympics to be held in Tokyo in November, - noted the senior coach of the Kazakhstan national team Bogdan Veselsky.The competition program includes several types of track and field athletics:Sprint runningMiddle and long distance runningLong and high jumpJavelin throwRelay races and other disciplines– We brought 11 athletes from the city of Petropavlovsk to the championship: 10 adult athletes and one girl. We expect high results from this competition. Because the championship is one of the important stages of qualifying for the Deaflympics to be held in November 2025, - said Rustam Shake, coach of the UNIT sports club.Athletes from Almaty, Pavlodar, Mangystau, Karaganda, Zhambyl, Akmola, Kostanay, Shymkent, East Kazakhstan, Abai regions and other regions are participating in the championship.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/940836