Preventive and engineering work aimed at reducing the risk of flooding is being actively carried out in various regions of the country. This includes the construction and strengthening of protective dams and embankments, as well as the repair and construction of drainage systems, the replacement and installation of new water-carrying structures under roads, as well as the arrangement of canals and ditches. In dangerous areas, work is being carried out to deepen and strengthen the banks, and riverbeds are being cleaned. All these measures are aimed at increasing the safety of the population and minimizing damage from possible floods.  Thus, in the framework of the safe passage of the flood period, Astana city. Emergency Situations Department employees, together with the akim of the Baikonur district, the deputy prosecutor of the district, as well as specialists from the Kazhydromet RSE, visited the summer cottages of the Koyandy village of the Akmola region. In addition, together with employees of the Arshaly district Emergency Situations Department, they went to the Zhibek Zholy village to monitor the flood situation. Today, a dam with a length of 6.277 km, a height of 2 to 5.3 meters and a width of 12 to 34 meters is being built to protect this village from flood waters. The department's employees, together with the akim of the Nura district, Rishat Turdybekov, inspected the Gazmashapparat, Zapadnyi cottage societies, Urker residential area and snow dump, during which they identified places for digging a canal to drain melted snow from the snow dump.  The Almaty City Emergency Situations Department, together with the Kazseldenkorgau State Enterprise, conducted an aerial survey of glacial lakes from the Bolshoy Almaty River basin to the Turgen River basin, high-mountain glacial lakes, mudflow depressions and hotbeds, and landslide-prone areas. The event was aimed at monitoring the condition of water bodies, as well as preventing threats to the city's residents and infrastructure on the eve of spring snowmelt. According to the results of the aerovisual flight, it was determined that all glacial lakes are in winter mode, stationary lakes with minimal signs, and non-stationary lakes are practically empty.  In the Almaty region, mechanical cleaning of the Zharmukhambet riverbed was organized. In the Ili region, an inspection of the flood-prone area was carried out with the participation of the acting head of the regional emergency department, Dauren Orazbekov. The flood-prone area in the Zharmukhambet village was investigated, the Zharmukhambet riverbed along the “Montazhnik”, “Kirpichnik”, “Ivushka”, “Kristall” PKSTs was inspected, where mechanical cleaning of this riverbed was organized. In order to reduce the risk of flooding of private houses and ensure the unhindered passage of melted snow water, a 1.2 km long mechanical cleaning of the riverbed was carried out.  As part of preparations for the flood-prone period, a working group led by a state inspector visited the Zharma district of the Abay region. During the working trip, they visited the Ortabulak and Shar hydraulic structures. The akim of Zharma district reported on the work carried out to prevent flooding, the readiness of emergency services and the resources needed to respond to emergency situations.  Flood prevention work continues in Aktobe. The progress of measures taken to prevent spring floods was checked. Deputy Head of the Emergency Situations Department A. Zhanabergenov, together with the akim of the district, visited potentially dangerous areas in the Martok district and got acquainted with the work done. They inspected the dams built against floods in the villages of Saryzhar, Sarzhansay, Martok in Saryzhar village, the banks of the lower Elek River in Sarzhansay village, and the expansion of snowmelt channels in Martok village. These works will allow protecting settlements from floods. In addition, dams were raised, ditches and diversion channels were dug to divert snowmelt water to the villages. The condition of the Kazan-1 and Kazan-2 dams was also checked.   In Zhambyl region, as part of preparations for the spring flood period, specialists are conducting joint measurements to prevent the risk of flooding. Representatives of the branches of the Kazhydromet RSE and the Kazseldenkorgau SE, the Shu-Talas Basin Inspectorate, and the Kazsuchar RSE branch organized work on monitoring the water flow and level in the Talas River. The main goal of this event is to timely detect changes in the water level in the river, assess potential hazards, and implement necessary preventive measures. Joint measurements will allow to accurately determine the volume of water in the riverbed, coordinate the operation of hydraulic structures, and ensure the safety of the population.  Anti-flood work continues in the West Kazakhstan region. Flood prevention work is being carried out intensively in the Baiterek district.State inspector, deputy akim of the region B. Narymbetov, deputy head of the department E. Zhalelov and members of the commission inspected the work carried out in the district. Water supply lines, water collectors, and preparation passports of settlements were also checked. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/944538

The traditional "Burkasyn-2025" winter festival was organized in Astana along the Yesil River, the official website of the capital's akimat reported.The famous event did not take place in 2024 due to a sharp change in weather conditions. Now this year the mass event is being resumed. In general, the "Burkasyn" holiday has been held since 2000. Initially, 5 sports were included, but now their number is increasing, and from year to year the sports tradition is becoming a part of the capital's winter season.The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Akim of Astana, Erik Meirkhanov, and Head of the City Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Vasily Levit.“This event has become an integral part of our Astana for 24 years, occupying a special place in the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and the development of winter sports. I wish all participants good luck! Let's share the joy of winter sports together, and may the "Burkasyn" festival give us all bright emotions!” - said Deputy Akim of Astana, Erik Meirkhanov.About 1,000 participants registered for the Winter Sports Festival.During the festival, participants competed in 9 sports. They are: cross-country skiing, weightlifting, arm wrestling, belt wrestling, tug-of-war, ice hockey, auto racing, motorsports and winter football.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/944335

The “Opportunity for All” modular points are an indispensable opportunity for those looking for work in the capital. Kamshat Serik from Astana improved his knowledge of “Accounting Fundamentals” and learned how to pay taxes and submit annual reports, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.He heard about the project in one of the chats on social networks.“I read about this project in one of the chats on WhatsApp. It said that any specialty can be taught for free in a short time. Then I thought, “Why not try it?” The next day, I went to one of the points in the city, got information from specialists, and signed up for a course on “Accounting Fundamentals”. The instructors explained in simple language such areas as paying taxes and submitting annual reports correctly. In between, they answered all our questions. The main thing is that we combined theory and practice,” he said.After completing the course, our hero received a certificate like other participants.“Today, I work in a travel agency. Since it is a family business, I have to take care of some chores at the same time. For example, sometimes I work as an accountant and administrator. My goal in participating in this project is to get additional education in my field,” Kamshat said.He plans to take additional courses in trendy specialties in the future.“This is a project that will benefit many, and most importantly, it is free. Therefore, through this project, you can master any specialty in a short time. I am very grateful to the organizers,” he concluded.It should be noted that residents of Astana between the ages of 18 and 50 can register for the JolTap project and study digital and labor specialties for free in the summer.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/944340

In Astana, 69 multi-storey residential buildings were overhauled under the state program for 2022-2024, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.In addition, elevators in 55 buildings were repaired or replaced during this period."Major repairs of common property are divided into two types - minimal and maximum types of work. The minimum type of work includes the repair of the roof, entrance and basement of the residential building with the installation of an automated system for regulating heat consumption and general meters of heat energy in the house, as well as the creation of an accessible environment for people with limited mobility, taking into account the technical capabilities of the building.The maximum type of work is the repair of the roof, entrance, basement, facade, repair (replacement) of elevator equipment with the mandatory installation of an automated system for regulating heat consumption and general heat meters in the house, installation/re-equipment of general engineering networks and fire safety systems of residential buildings, as well as the creation of an accessible environment, taking into account the technical capabilities of the building, - said Gulvira Abetova, Deputy Director of Orken Kala LLP.The decision to participate in the overhaul of the common property of the condominium facility, the repair (replacement) of elevators at the expense of a state budget loan must be made by the owners of apartments and non-residential premises in an apartment building at a general meeting.Then the fact of participation in the program not only, but also the amount of costs imposed on each apartment, non-residential premises should be approved. It is determined depending on the size of the areas of all residential and non-residential premises.In addition, at the general meeting, the owners of apartments and non-residential premises must determine the period for the return of budget funds. According to the rules, it can be from 7 to 15 years. There is also an estimate of costs, service providers and responsible persons when accepting work, including hidden types of work.“Major repairs are ongoing in Astana. Residents can apply by contacting Orken Kala LLP, which is the operator of this program,” Abetova noted.It should be noted that since 2011, a state program for the major repair of residential buildings has been operating in Astana at the expense of local budget funds. Any multi-storey building in need of repairs can apply for a budget loan for this purpose.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/944696

Ethnic Kazakhs - citizens of other countries - were issued 65 "Ata Zholy" cards, which give them the right to live and work in Kazakhstan for 10 years. Business immigrants who are ready to develop their business in the country received 27 cards, and in-demand specialists became owners of 38 such cards."No matter where Kazakhs live, their only homeland is Kazakhstan. Therefore, it is always important for us to support our compatriots living abroad," said the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.Among the recipients of the "Ata Zholy" card are physicists, mathematicians, chemical technologists, maxillofacial surgeons, pediatricians, etc. There are specialists who came from such foreign countries as Russia, Germany, Mongolia, China, Great Britain, USA, Israel, France, Netherlands, Finland, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.The purpose of introducing the "Ata Zholy" card is to strengthen ties with their historical homeland, preserve national traditions, and attract professionals and successful businessmen to the country to realize their potential in Kazakhstan. This Card is issued to ethnic Kazakhs living abroad while retaining the citizenship of their country of origin.Holders of the “Ata Zholy” card upon entering the country receive a residence permit for a period of 10 years and independently choose the region of settlement for the purpose of carrying out labor activity or doing business.Ethnic Kazakhs with the “Ata Zholy” card, being citizens of another country, have equal rights with citizens of Kazakhstan and blood relatives.Holders of the “Ata Zholy” card (and their family members) have the following rights:- to receive services and social payments in medical institutions within the guaranteed volume of medical care;- to find employment in the territory of Kazakhstan in accordance with the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Population Migration”;- to carry out entrepreneurial activities in the territory of Kazakhstan in accordance with the Entrepreneurship Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and other legal acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan;- to receive free secondary education in state educational organizations, competitive admission to state secondary specialized and/or higher educational institutions in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Education” receive basically free secondary specialized and/or higher education, receive paid education in private educational institutions;- receive legal assistance guaranteed by the state in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Legal Services and Legal Aid”;- obtain citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan in a simplified manner in accordance with international treaties and legislative acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of citizenship.Persons with an “Ata Zholy” card do not have the right to be elected to the Parliament and maslikhats of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as to vote in elections, participate in republican referendums, and are not accepted for civil service.If the holder of the “Ata Zholy” card obtains citizenship of Kazakhstan, the Card will be recognized as invalid.Let us recall that, by order of the Head of State, the “Ata Zholy” card, which has been implemented since July 2023, has been implemented for ethnic Kazakhs living abroad, which has worked out the issue of easy entry/exit to the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/944395

At a meeting of the staff, where issues of mass sports development in the region were discussed, the head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports Meirambek Makhambetov proposed opening a "Mass Sports Development Center" in each district of the region.The proposal is aimed at increasing the accessibility of sports events and facilities for residents, as well as attracting more people, especially young people, to regular physical education classes."The work of the center will be aimed at organizing mass sports events, promoting sports projects, modernizing industry sports competitions, holding school and student leagues, as well as developing sports urbanism. The creation of such centers in each district will help improve sports infrastructure, increase the number of people involved in sports, and provide access to quality sports services, including for people with disabilities. Special attention will be paid to the effective organization of leisure time for people of retirement age, which will allow not only to maintain physical health, but also to improve the quality of life of the older generation,” explained Meirambek Makhambetov.According to the head of the department, today 407 thousand people, which is 43% of the region's population, are systematically involved in sports. Last year, 2,971 sports events were organized, in which more than 394 thousand people participated.In 2025, it is planned to open a sports complex for people with disabilities in Aktobe, which will develop at least 22 sports, which will significantly increase the accessibility of sports activities for this category of the population.It should be noted that this year, competitions in Kazakh wrestling, archery, tug-of-war, asyk shooting and langi shooting will be held in the region on the occasion of the National Sports Day, scheduled for March 20. It is also planned to hold a “Running Marathon” on June 1 and the “Wrestling Stars” project to promote freestyle wrestling. On August 16, Sports Day - the project "Kazhimukan Zholy" will be organized. In September, an international tournament in audaryspak will be held in honor of the 350th anniversary of Möngke Bi.The regional akim instructed to work out the idea of ​​opening "Mass Sports Development Centers". He noted the need to strengthen the work of the Sports Council and attract more young people to regular physical education, starting with children. The akim also spoke about the importance of developing Paralympic sports and creating conditions for people with disabilities, including opening a sports complex for them."The development of mass sports is not only the creation of sports facilities, but also the formation of a healthy lifestyle among the population. We need to work on improving infrastructure, training specialists and supporting sports initiatives at all levels. This will help us not only strengthen the health of the nation, but also increase the level of sports achievements in the international arena," the akim said. An expanded staff meeting was held under the chairmanship of Akim of Abai region Berik Uali. The meeting, attended by city and district akims via video, discussed the progress of flood preparations, the return of unused lands, and the effective use of budget funds.At the meeting, the regional akim's advisor, the head of the department, and the executive secretary of the Abay regional branch of the AMANAT party, who had monitored the situation in 9 flood-prone districts of the region on the direct instructions of the regional akim, reported to the regional head.Reporting on the current situation in the Zharma, Aksuat, and Kokpekty districts, the regional akim's advisor proposed not to collect water in the Shar reservoir in the Zharma district until the first flood has passed, and to extend the dam outside the city of Shar. The residents of Tassai village and other settlements of the Kokpekty district expressed the need to expand the Karagandykol bypass road and extend the water dam in the Kokzhaiyk village to ensure uninterrupted access during floods.The regional head, who got acquainted with the flood preparations in the Borodulikha, Beskaragai, Abai, Zharma, Aksuat, Kokpekty, Urzhar, Makanchy, and Ayagoz districts, instructed to take the warnings into account and intensify the work.“I have specially sent experienced leaders who have been akims for many years, who know the situation of the region well, to the flood-prone areas that were flooded last year. Their warnings are justified. District akims, please take strict control of the work on flood prevention, clearing water channels and pipes from snow and complete it as soon as possible. Melted snow water and water coming from the steppes should not be left unattended. I got acquainted with the life and work of the cities of Semey, Kurchatov and the Abai and Ayagoz districts and monitored the flood preparations. "I plan to visit other districts in the future," the regional akim said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/949757

Akim of Atyrau region Serik Shapkenov met with Raisin of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov in Kazan. The meeting, which is part of a working visit of the delegation from Atyrau region, is aimed at strengthening interregional cooperation and developing relations between Russia and Kazakhstan, the press service of the regional akim reports.Speaking at the meeting, Serik Shapkenov expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and emphasized the importance of cooperation in the petrochemical sector:“Atyrau is the oil capital of Kazakhstan, and Tatarstan has extensive experience in this area. We highly appreciate the technologies and practices you have established. We need to accelerate the development of the petrochemical complex, and in this process, taking as a basis successful methods and approaches that have proven their effectiveness will be an important strategic step. We are interested in studying best practices and implementing them in our region,” the regional governor said.The parties discussed the prospects for economic and industrial partnership, exchanged experience in implementing modern technologies, and also discussed the possibilities of partnership in energy, petrochemicals, mechanical engineering, light and food industries, IT, and other strategic areas.The President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov noted the high potential for joint work:“The heads of state Vladimir Putin and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev have been actively supporting partnership at the regional level. We value the kinship relations between us. Kazakhstan is one of Tatarstan's leading foreign partners." The meeting also focused on issues related to the development of the industrial zone, investment attractiveness, as well as creating a comfortable environment in cities and villages. The delegation of Atyrau region visited a number of industrial facilities during a two-day visit initiated by the Chairman of the Tatarstan, and got acquainted with the work of the petrochemical, IT industries, and educational institutions. The negotiations resulted in the implementation of joint projects aimed at the economic development of Atyrau region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/945559

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Akim of Abai region Berik Uali began his working trip to the districts from Abai district, the sacred place where such great figures as Abai, Shakarim, and Mukhtar were born. During the trip, the regional head discussed the preparation for the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayev and visited several socio-cultural facilities in the district.The regional head first visited the Abai-Shakarim mausoleum in Zhidebay and paid tribute to the greats. He visited the memorial complex, Abai's museum-house and service center. He visited Karaul Hill, Abai Park, and the district House of Culture, where the anniversary will be held, and got acquainted with the plan of events and new projects. The regional akim asked about all the issues in the district.District akim Meirzhan Smagulov asked for assistance in installing an antenna match device to provide Zhidebay with the Internet. According to him, despite the increase in the number of tourists visiting Zhidebay in recent years, there is a shortage of places to serve them. There is a lack of equipment to clean the territory of the memorial complex, and the salaries of the employees responsible for this are meager.The district akim also asked for assistance in paving the 21-kilometer road leading to the Kunanbai family cemetery in Akshoky and the Kunanbai Museum there. There is a demand for this. After all, the number of tourists visiting the sacred place is increasing day by day. The head of the region instructed to develop and submit a comprehensive plan for strengthening the infrastructure of Zhidebay and developing tourism in the region in the near future.“It is not for nothing that I began my first trip to the regions from the soil where the greats were born. This year is the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayuly. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said in his New Year's greetings: “We must adequately celebrate the anniversary of the great Abai.” The government is undertaking a lot of work in this direction. As a region named after a thinker, the burden of responsibility is heavy on us. We must start preparing for the anniversary at a high level from now on. We will give priority to educational and instructive events,” the head of the region said.The regional akim also visited the Kunanbai cemetery in Akshoky, made a pilgrimage, and got acquainted with the work of the Kunanbai museum. He visited Borili, where the great writer Mukhtar Auezov was born, and saw the museum there.During his visit, the regional head also got acquainted with the work of the social service center being renovated in the Karaul village. The two-story building was donated to the state by Seyfolla Rakhimbayev, a native of the region, as part of the “Look at your village - know your citizen” project. Funds were allocated from the regional budget for the repair of the facility. Residents of the region will receive rehabilitation measures here. The regional akim instructed to complete the construction on time and improve the area around the building.“Today, I visited the historical and cultural facilities of the Abay district and got acquainted with all the current issues of the region. Currently, we are reviewing the regional budget. We fully support the district. "City and district akims should focus on attracting investment, not just on budget funds. Both the President and the Government attach special importance to this. Therefore, other districts should also work together with citizens who are passionate about their homeland, like Seyfolla Rakhimbayev, and mobilize them to improve the region where they grew up. This is a common task for all of us," the regional akim said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/943851