Politics
Control and compliance with probation conditions: what work is being done by law enforcement agencies of Astana 21.02.2025
In 2024, 5,824 people were sentenced to probation in the capital, of which 5,284 were sentenced to restriction of liberty and 540 were sentenced to probation. Nurtas Duysembayev, Senior Prosecutor of the Astana Prosecutor's Office, spoke at a briefing in the Communications Service about monitoring compliance with probation conditions, preventing violations, and providing assistance to this category of people, the official website of the city akimat reports.At the initiative of the metropolitan prosecutor's office, mobile groups were created in the city districts from among employees of the department, probation, local executive body, labor mobility center, guardianship and custody center, psychologists, bailiffs, and local police inspectors to prevent offenses among those registered for probation."Mobile groups are working on a regular basis to study the identity of registered people, check the living conditions of their families, provide assistance in solving household problems, conduct preventive conversations with those registered, organize job fairs, and visit places of deprivation of liberty for preventive purposes. In 2024, more than 3,000 people were covered by the inspection, 85 people (private organizations, municipal enterprises) were employed under the quota, 676 people were provided with psychological assistance, more than 250 people (coal, food, school supplies) were helped to solve household problems, 188 people were paid a one-time assistance of 15 MCI, 4 people underwent training, 2 people were provided with housing under the "Start a Business" program, - said Nurtas Duisembayev.The city prosecutor's office, with the involvement of representatives of small and medium-sized businesses, held 15 job fairs on the site of the labor mobility center during the coordination, visited the detention center 8 times to prevent offenses under probation, and spiritual and moral events, such as visits to the National Museum and Theater of the Republic of Kazakhstan, are being organized in stages.In the capital, in 2024, a total of 5,824 people passed probation, including 5284 people were sentenced to restriction of liberty and 540 people were conditionally released. Last year, they violated the terms of probation 1780 times, according to which warnings were issued, 365 intentional violators were sentenced to imprisonment, and 62 people were transferred to a high-risk group.Currently, 2093 people are on the register.
Within the framework of the Concept for the Development of Housing and Communal Infrastructure for 2023-2029, cities and villages in our country are being provided with clean drinking water in a planned manner. The Head of State has repeatedly spoken about the need to fully provide all regions and districts of the country with clean water.“We need a nationwide program to provide drinking water. Water cannot be wasted when watering gardens. It is necessary to introduce a culture of careful consumption using water-saving technologies. It is also necessary to search for new underground water sources,” noted the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.In 2024, 18 new water supply facilities with a total length of 467 kilometers were built in the Abay region. This made it possible to provide water to 14,691 people.In the city of Semey, Voskhod, Vodny, Krasny Kordon, Lodochny, Zagiptar Zholy and other districts are provided with drinking water. New villages were added to the Zhanasemei, Abai, Aksuat, Beskaragai, Borodulikha and Urzhar districts, including Polovinki, Akbulak, Borili, Yernazar, Zhetyzhar and others.At the end of 2024, 95.3% of the region's population (previously 92.8%) was covered with water.Deputy Akim of Abai region Dimitriy Garikov noted that 26 projects in 2025 will bring the population's clean water supply to 100%."To achieve 100% provision, it is planned to implement 26 projects in 2025. 15 of them are transitional projects from 2024, 11 are new projects, including 8 in Semey and 3 in rural areas. The implementation of all 26 projects will cover 28,511 people and water supply will reach 100%," Dimitriy Garikov noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938312
Capital hockey players became champions of the Asian Games 21.02.2025
The Kazakhstani men's hockey team won a gold medal at the IX Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China. In the final, our compatriots defeated Japan 5:0, adding another gold to the national team's basket, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Among the team's best forwards, Roman Starchenko and Kirill Panyukov from the capital stood out - each of them scored 9 goals in the tournament and showed great marksmanship.The guys, coached by Oleg Bolyakin, left their opponents speechless in all matches held in Harbin. In the group stage, they defeated China (6:1), Japan, Chinese Taipei and South Korea, in the quarterfinals they defeated Hong Kong, China, and in the semifinals they defeated China.14 athletes from Astana performed for the national team:Jelal-ad-din Amirbekov;Adil Beketaev;Dmitry Breus;Danil Butenko;Samat Daniyar;Tamirlan Gaytamirov;Vyacheslav Kolesnikov;Alikhan Umirbekov;Ruslan Ospanov;Kirill Panyukov;Maxim Pavlenko;Evgeny Rymarev;Kirill Savitsky;Andrey Shutov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938446
The capital's female hockey players became silver medalists of the Asian Championship 21.02.2025
The Kazakh women's ice hockey team won the silver medal at the Asian Winter Games. In the decisive match of the competition held in Harbin, China, the national team clearly defeated South Korea with a score of 3:0, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.In the first period of the meeting, one of the team captains, Malika Aldabergenova, effectively took advantage of the numerical advantage and opened the scoring. At the beginning of the second period, Yulia Butorina from the capital doubled the score with a devastating shot. Towards the end of the game, Daria Moldabay scored another goal, sealing Kazakhstan's victory.During the tournament, the national team performed at a high level, defeating the teams of Hong Kong (12:0), Thailand (9:0), Chinese Taipei (5:1), China (2:1) and South Korea (1:0). Only in the final did they lose to the Japanese team (0:4). It should be noted that the Kazakhstan women's national team included seven athletes from Astana - Anastasia Orazbayeva, Nadezhda Filimonova, Alexandra Shchegay, Alexandra Voronova, Ekaterina Kutsenko, Arina Shchekolova and Yulia Butorina. This is the 7th medal for the Kazakhstan women's hockey team at the Asian Games. Previously, the team had won 3 gold and 3 bronze medals. And for the first time at the Harbin-2025 Games, a silver medal will be won.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938449
Fire prevention measures are actively being carried out in Astana 21.02.2025
Fire prevention measures are actively underway in the Baikonur district of the capital, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.Employees of the Baikonur district akimat and the Emergency Situations Department, together with volunteers, carried out preventive work in private housing in the district.During the event, explanatory leaflets were distributed to private sector houses in order to prevent fire hazards. A total of 120 houses were covered during the raid. In addition, special alarm systems for detecting toxic gas were installed in 5 houses.It should be noted that since the beginning of the year, 157 special alarm systems have been installed in private sector houses in the Baikonur district.In addition, during the next inspection, special warning leaflets were distributed to private sector residents as part of flood prevention measures and explanations were provided.The aforementioned emergency preventive measures to prevent fire hazards and prevent floods are continuing.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938451
Walls with advertisements of substances dangerous to human life were painted over in the capital 21.02.2025
Another dangerous drug graffiti was found and painted over in the Esil district of the capital, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.The event was organized as part of the “Astana - a city without drugs” comprehensive action plan to combat and prevent drug addiction. Employees of the Esil district akimat of the capital, police officers and volunteers of the “Astana Zhastary” youth resource center took part in it.Protesters painted over advertisements for the sale of drugs to prevent the spread of dangerous advertising.“In Astana, 35 criminal cases were initiated on the facts of drug propaganda in 2024, as well as in January 2025. Active work is underway to identify and eliminate items prohibited for advertising graffiti. In 2024, 2,747 advertisements were removed in the capital. In addition, 268 websites selling drugs were blocked,” said Leyla Rakhimova, senior operational officer of the Drug Crime Prevention Department of the Astana City Police Department.Volunteers from the capital regularly participate in such events.“Painting walls with drug advertisements is our contribution to a safe future for young people. We believe that these events will help increase the effectiveness of the fight against drug crime,” noted Elizaveta Pribytkova, a volunteer from the Astana Youth NGO.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938716
A large-scale project on public and road safety is being implemented in Astana based on artificial intelligence 21.02.2025
The State Enterprise "Astana City Department of Digitalization and Public Services" reports that it is working on the introduction of advanced digital technologies for managing the urban environment in the capital.Under the new agreement on public-private partnership, an innovative project in the field of Smart City is being implemented, aimed at increasing the safety and efficiency of urban systems.Currently, 700 hardware and software complexes are operating in the city, including 6,000 cameras on network sections and intersections, as well as 4,000 general video surveillance cameras and 3,000 external cameras integrated into the Astana City PD Operational Center.The new public-private partnership project provides for the further use of the existing infrastructure, as well as its modernization and expansion.The project is designed for 2030 and is being implemented by Presight AI Ltd. is being implemented jointly with the company, a public company included in the international holding G42 - one of the world leaders in the field of artificial intelligence and big data analysis.The capacity of the project: 14 thousand general video surveillance cameras, 8,000 integrated third-party cameras and a hardware and software complex for recording violations on 1202 RUs.The main goal of the project is to create a digital twin of the city by connecting more than 100 thousand general video surveillance cameras using artificial intelligence, connecting them to a video analysis system, which will allow identifying potential threats in real time and increasing the speed of response.The project provides for direct investments of about 53 billion tenge. It is noteworthy that the project is fully financed by the private partner's own funds, while the participation of Kazakhstani companies accounts for 60% of the work volume.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938778
The fight against childhood cancer: what measures are being taken in this area in the capital 21.02.2025
Every year, about 600 children in Kazakhstan are diagnosed with cancer, which is a common oncological disease in the country. How is modern medicine fighting the disease and what innovations are there in the pharmaceutical industry? Tatyana Sablina, a city freelance pediatric oncohematologist, a doctor of the highest category, answered these and other questions at a briefing held at the Astana City Communications Service, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The most common oncological diseases among children include: Acute leukemias - diseases of the blood-forming system; Central nervous system tumors; Soft tissue tumors; Bone and retroperitoneal space tumors; Kidney tumors.In Kazakhstan, children's oncological diseases are treated by two large republican multidisciplinary medical centers. One of them is the National Mother and Child Scientific Center in Astana.Doctors use modern protocols in accordance with international standards in the treatment of cancer. In particular, targeted therapy, which directly affects malignant cells and minimizes damage to healthy tissues, is widely used. Children who have not responded to standard chemotherapy or whose disease has relapsed are undergoing bone marrow transplantation from related and unrelated donors.“Early detection of the disease is the key factor in successful treatment. For this purpose, a memo for parents has been developed to identify specific symptoms in advance. Early diagnosis significantly increases the effectiveness of treatment.One of the important steps in the prevention of cancer is vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV). This vaccine reduces the risk of developing cervical, rectal and other oncological diseases.In Kazakhstan, this vaccine is included in the National Vaccination Calendar for girls aged 11-13.The state is systematically working to improve methods of detecting and treating cancer in children. Parents and society should understand the importance of early detection of the disease and undergo timely medical examinations. "Children's health is our most important value," says Tatyana Sablina.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/938784
JSC "Irtysh" SEC: There are enough potatoes. The problem is not in the shortage, but in the huge difference in prices 21.02.2025
False and unfounded information about the price of potatoes is still circulating, and the availability, cost and quality of the product are being hotly debated. However, according to official data, the stock of products is sufficient. The current hype is caused solely by the difference between the market price of potatoes and the price under the stabilization program."Irtysh" SEC" JSC regularly supplies socially significant vegetable products, including potatoes, to trade pavilions within the framework of the stabilization program. Today, the price of socially significant vegetables is stable: potatoes, carrots and cabbage are traded at 125 tenge per kilogram, and onions - at 130 tenge.Under the contract concluded between the "Altai" Wholesale and Distribution Center and "Irtysh" SEC" JSC, a volume of 5,500 tons of potatoes was contracted from November 1, 2024 to May 1, 2025. Today, there is about half of this volume in the stock, which is enough until the end of the contract. And in the off-season period (June-July), a new contract is concluded annually for early-ripening vegetables.Within the framework of the stabilization program, not only potatoes were purchased, but also carrots, onions and cabbage, which are included in the category of socially significant products. The volume of products for which contracts were concluded: carrots - 1,300 tons, onions - 900 tons, cabbage - 1,350 tons.In the East of the country, the price stabilization program is operating in normal mode. Products are delivered and distributed to 17 trade pavilions of "Irtysh" SEC" JSC on a daily basis based on requests from sellers. However, it should be noted that these trade stalls are not intended for wholesale trade. Potatoes are sold only at retail, and in order to prevent speculation, sales in bags are not carried out. In addition, about 30 stores in the regional center, within the framework of a memorandum concluded with "Irtysh" SEC" JSC, are selling four types of socially significant products at the same prices as the SEC pavilions. It is worth noting that the number of stores under these memorandums may decrease or increase at any time.According to experts, the main reason for the hype in East Kazakhstan is not a shortage of potatoes, but the price difference. If potatoes are sold at 125 tenge/kg in the pavilions of the social corporation, the price in the open market ranges from 250-350 tenge/kg. Because of this, the demand for cheap potatoes is increasing. However, as experience shows, this is a temporary phenomenon due to seasonal price fluctuations. Previously, a similar situation occurred for products such as sugar, buckwheat, and eggs.It should be noted that when concluding the contract, specialists, relying on the experience of previous years, left the price and volume of production unchanged. This decision was approved by the "East Kazakhstan Regional Commission for Stabilization of Prices for Socially Important Food Products". However, currently the difference between the price of social potatoes and market potatoes is causing a hype. Since the most affordable price in the region is 125 tenge/kg, the delivered products are selling out faster than usual. Experts say that the next delivery of potatoes, which were sold out in the morning, should be considered tomorrow.In general, since the purchase price and cost of potatoes have increased in all regions, the interest of large wholesalers in products at social prices has also increased. However, the main task of JSC "Irtysh" SEC" is not to create competition for businesses in the region, but, on the contrary, to stabilize prices during seasonal fluctuations and ensure the availability of socially significant products to the population, without turning the market into a monopoly.The main task at the present stage is also this - to ensure the availability of potatoes to the population. The delivery process is carried out on the basis of an agreement between the SEC and the "Altai" KTO. In turn, the "Altai" center has concluded a contract with "Agrofirma Prirechnoye" LLP for 2024-2025. Thus, currently potatoes are being delivered to Ust-Kamenogorsk from the Abai region. Given the distance and weather conditions, in order to prevent the products from freezing in winter, deliveries are not carried out by ordinary large and capacious trucks. 1-2 small trucks arrive in the regional center per day. They are equipped with a heat regulator and a special ventilation system, and their capacity is 5-10 tons.Since the area of the trading pavilions is 18 m², it is impossible to "fill" them with potatoes alone. There are other products sold by the entrepreneur in the pavilions. The main task within the framework of the stabilization program is to maintain stable prices and ensure the uninterrupted availability of potatoes until the end of the contract (May 2025).Specialists of JSC "Irtysh" SEC" stated that their obligations under the current contract will be fully fulfilled, and since there is sufficient stock in the warehouse, product deliveries will be carried out daily.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/938524
A voucher financing system will be introduced in 83 kindergartens in Ust-Kamenogorsk starting in March 21.02.2025
A pilot project to introduce voucher financing into the preschool education system will be launched in the regional center.The change will be introduced in 83 kindergartens. Among them, there are 31 state and 52 private organizations. The purpose of the pilot project is to automate the processes of placing children in the queue, receiving and placing state orders. This will make the system understandable and accessible for parents and increase competition among preschool organizations. - The introduction of voucher financing will be an important step towards improving the preschool education system in the city. Thanks to the new model, the processes implemented will be understandable and accessible to all participants, - said Zhangazy Alipbayev, Deputy Head of the Department of Education of the East Kazakhstan Region.This project will also open up new opportunities for private kindergartens. They will be able to join the project after submitting the necessary documents. JSC "Financial Center" was appointed as the project operator.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/938527
New settlement, new life: Twenty apartments were given in Ust-Kamenogorsk 21.02.2025
Today, 11 projects are being developed in Alatau in the fields of tourism, logistics, industry, education and business. Large investment projects are planned in the city, and preliminary agreements on their placement have been made taking into account engineering structures and protective zones. It is envisaged to make adjustments to the city's territorial planning in connection with sanitary zones, efficient use of industrial sites and environmental impact. In this regard, the Vice Prime Minister met with business representatives and design institutes and listened to proposals for amendments to the city's General Plan."The construction of the new Alatau city should be convenient, safe, technologically advanced and environmentally friendly. Alatau can become an example of a modern urban center. It is necessary to ensure that urban planning is modern, based on international standards. I have instructed to review the issues of placing investment projects in the city within a month in accordance with the agreements concluded with investors. All relevant ministries should accelerate the process and make changes to the master plan by May,” Kanat Bozumbayev said.Then, a meeting of the Project Office was held in Alatau, which was attended by the vice ministers of the national economy, justice, agriculture, transport, construction and infrastructure, labor and social protection of the population. The participants reported on the work on the implementation of EPC conditions and mechanisms for using financing instruments for construction. The issues of agricultural lands, the relocation of the Almaty Zoo to the Alatau territory, as well as the establishment of an experimental environment and a site for an air taxi were considered.In order to make the city more attractive and strengthen human resources, it was proposed to increase the mortgage lending limit for specialists in Alatau.Let us recall that since 2024, the Almaty region akimat and Otbasy Bank JSC have jointly launched the Almaty Youth preferential mortgage lending program for young people under 35 years of age. Last year, 500 million tenge was allocated for this program from the local budget, and another 500 million tenge was financed by the bank. This allowed 55 families to be provided with housing. Currently, 38 applicants have received the keys to their apartments.Following the results of the last design office, Kanat Bozumbayev warned state bodies about the volume of work to be done and reminded that officials of ministries and akimats bear personal responsibility for failure to fulfill tasks on time.
Families raising single-parent and disabled children in the Koktem housing complex in Ust-Kamenogorsk were ceremoniously handed over apartment keys. On a sunny day with white snow and light pouring from the sky, the joy of those who received housing knew no bounds.Ust-Kamenogorsk residents, who have been waiting in line for housing for many years, were congratulated by the city's mayor, Almat Akishov, and expressed his best wishes.— We are currently seeing the benefits of the "Housing the Population" program, which is being implemented at the initiative of the Head of State. This is the only opportunity for many of our citizens to have housing. At the initiative of the President and with the support of the regional akim, 20 families are now in housing. May your new homes be filled with joy and happiness, and may you have many happy days. Raise a good generation and contribute to the welfare of the country. Congratulations on your new homes! - said the akim of Ust-Kamenogorsk, Almat Akishov.The mayor of the city noted that 200 families will be provided with apartments this year, and this figure will not decrease next year.Yermek Khadzhi Mukatayev, who headed the Khalifa Altai mosque in Ust-Kamenogorsk for ten years, was recently appointed deputy chairman of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan and deputy mufti. He specially congratulated the owners of the new homes:— During my ten years of service, I have seen how Ust-Kamenogorsk has developed and become more beautiful. Today we are also witnesses of a good event. I would like to express my gratitude to the regional and city authorities for conveying the instructions of the Head of State to the people and effectively implementing them. Congratulations on your new homes! May our country develop and prosper! We always wish our people spiritual and economic prosperity, - said Yermek Mukataev.One of the lucky ones who received housing is Sagymgul Baizhumanova, who has been on the waiting list for 17 years and is raising her son with a disability of the first group.- My joy knows no bounds! We have been waiting for this moment for many years. Thank you to our President and all the leaders who participated! The quality of the apartment turned out to be higher than we expected, - she said enthusiastically.The spacious and bright two-room apartment has been completely renovated. The city akim presented the new homeowners with a carpet and household appliances, wishing them happiness in their homes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/938726
39.3 thousand hectares of agricultural land were confiscated in Akmola region 21.02.2025
The Specialized Interdistrict Economic Court of the Akmola region, having satisfied the claim of the Department of Land Resources Management (DLRMC of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan), made a decision on the forced return of 39.3 thousand hectares of agricultural land that had not been used for a long time.The inspection revealed that 4,747 hectares of arable land and 34,425 hectares of pasture land in the Sileti, Aksuat and Koitas rural districts of the Ereymentau district were not used for their intended purpose. Despite the fact that the landowner was given a year to eliminate violations, he did not take the necessary measures.The appellate court left the decision unchanged. Now these lands will be transferred to effective users, and control over their development will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/938375
In 2025, it is planned to launch a vegetable oil production plant with a capacity of 72 thousand tons per year in Abay district 21.02.2025
Qazaq Astyq Group LLP is going to launch a new line for the production of refined oil. The production capacity will be 72 thousand tons of finished products per year. The volume of investments in the project is 7.2 billion tenge.This decision is aimed at expanding the company's production capacity and meeting the demand for vegetable oils. Demand is growing not only in the domestic market, but also in the foreign market.Currently, the plant processes 1,200 tons of sunflower, rapeseed or linseed seeds per day, producing 522 tons of vegetable oil, more than 430 tons of meal and 36 tons of pelleted husk.The main suppliers of raw materials are domestic and Russian agricultural producers.The plant's products are sold not only in the domestic market of Kazakhstan, but also exported to the CIS countries and other countries. These include Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, India, Italy, China, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Estonia and other countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/938531
Representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and the State Veterinary Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan considered cooperation in the field of veterinary medicine 21.02.2025
Vice Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Amangali Berdalin discussed cooperation in the veterinary sector with Emmanuel Subeyran, Director-General of the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE).The main purpose of the meeting was to discuss the prospects for expanding cooperation in the veterinary sector, hold consultations on safe trade issues, and consider the possibilities of providing technical support from the OIE.The parties discussed twinning projects aimed at obtaining the status of the Kazakh Scientific Research Veterinary Institute as a reference laboratory of the OIE for the diagnosis of bovine leukemia, as well as cooperation with the Harbin Veterinary Research Institute of China and S. The meeting discussed the progress of the twinning project on the establishment of a WHO reference laboratory for Central Asian countries on equine infectious anemia between the Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University.Emmanuel Subeyran noted the positive dynamics of the progress of the projects and announced that the decision of the WHO Scientific Commission on the first project will be published in September of this year.The Vice Minister announced Kazakhstan's initiative to establish an international quarantine center in the Mangystau region for the export of animals in accordance with international standards. During the discussion, the WHO was asked for technical recommendations on organizing such a platform, safe export mechanisms through Kazakhstan, and regional risk management recommendations.The Director General of the WHO expressed his readiness to consider this issue at an expert level and make appropriate recommendations.In addition, the meeting discussed the issues of restoring the foot-and-mouth disease status of the northwestern and central regions of Kazakhstan, maintaining the current status of the southeastern regions, and conducting training seminars for Kazakhstani veterinarians.It should be noted that Kazakhstan currently has official WHO statuses for foot-and-mouth disease (southeastern regions), African horse sickness, and classical swine fever. The Ministry is working to restore favorable statuses in the northwestern regions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/938739
The frequency of train traffic in the Almaty metro during rush hour has been reduced 21.02.2025
For the convenience of passengers and due to the increase in passenger traffic, two additional electric trains have been launched into the Almaty metro network. This allowed reducing the train travel interval during morning and evening rush hours to 3 minutes and 6 seconds.The change is aimed at making passenger travel more comfortable and reducing the load on trains during rush hours. Currently, the parallel operation of 13 trains allows reducing the waiting time of passengers on the platform and preventing crowding.Metro specialists are constantly monitoring the passenger flow and promptly making the necessary changes to the train schedule.Almaty Metro Press ServiceSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/938807
The final cup and team championship of the Republic of Kazakhstan in speed skating will be held at the "Medeu" ice rink 21.02.2025
The final Cup of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the national championship will be held in Almaty from February 17 to 21, 2025 on the territory of the Medeu high-mountain sports complex. Leading athletes of Kazakhstan will participate in the competition. Dear visitors! On February 17, 18, 20 and 21, the 1st session of mass skating (10:00–12:30) and the 2nd session (13:30–16:30) will be temporarily suspended. On February 19, only the 1st session of mass skating (10:00–12:30) will not be held. Competition program: •February 17-18 – Individual competitions: 500 m, 1000 m, 1500 m, 3000 m / 5000 m•February 20-21 – Team competitions: team sprint, team run, gender run, mass start We invite you to support the athletes and witness the special moments of the competition! For more information, contact: +7 778 873 7971, Medeu Metro Press ServiceE-mail: dss3041@mail.ru Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/938808
98.9% of Kazakhstan's population has universal access to drinking water included 21.02.2025
"It is our direct duty to take comprehensive measures to provide the population with drinking water and preserve water resources for future generations," said the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.By 2024, 3,100 kilometers of water supply networks had been built and renovated. According to the results of last year, 98.9% of Kazakhstanis were provided with water supply services: 99.4% of urban residents and 97.8% of rural residents had access to quality drinking water.(For reference: in 2020, 93.8% of citizens were covered with drinking water, in 2021 - 95.6%, in 2022 - 96.5%, in 2023 - 97.8%).As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, 8 projects for the construction and reconstruction of group water pipelines were completed in 2024 in 6 regions of the country: Akmola, Almaty, Kyzylorda, North Kazakhstan, Mangistau and Ulytau regions. This improved the quality of water supply to 49 settlements with a population of 208 thousand. The implementation of 23 projects for the construction and reconstruction of group water pipelines has begun in 9 regions of the country: Akmola, Atyrau, Almaty, Kyzylorda, Mangistau, Turkestan, West Kazakhstan, North Kazakhstan and Ulytau regions. As a result of the implementation of all projects, more than 2,100 kilometers of water pipelines will be built to improve the quality of water supply to 420 settlements. 67 settlements with a population of 162 thousand will be connected to the centralized water system. In 2024, 241 water pipelines were inspected to ensure sanitary and epidemiological supervision over the quality of drinking water. Of these, 209 were in rural areas, 24 in cities, and 8 were group water pipelines. 44 instructions were issued to eliminate the identified violations. In total, more than 66 thousand samples taken from water pipelines across the country were examined. “We need a state-wide program. Drinking water cannot be used to irrigate gardens. Instead, it is necessary to implement water-saving technologies and search for new sources of water underground,” noted the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.On the instructions of the Head of State, the National Hydrogeological Service “Kazhydrogeology” was established in 2024. The institution carries out prospecting and exploration work for the development and use of groundwater resources in regions with water shortages in the country. Special attention was paid to providing settlements in the west of the republic with drinking water from underground sources. According to estimates, the reserves of groundwater in Kazakhstan are about 40 billion cubic meters, of which 15 billion cubic meters are ready for use. It is worth noting that 1.2 billion cubic meters of water are consumed annually in the country for drinking water needs. To increase the volume of groundwater, it is planned to build 42 new reservoirs by 2030 with a total capacity of 2.6 billion cubic meters of water. “We have been saying for many years that it is important to form a culture of resource conservation in society. But it is not enough to appeal to citizens. In addition, it is necessary to introduce social norms for resource consumption. There are good examples that can be followed,” said the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.In order to effectively use water resources, comprehensive work is being carried out on digitizing the water sector, encouraging the introduction of modern water-saving technologies and switching to drought-resistant crops, as well as reusing treated wastewater in large settlements. In addition, methodological guidelines on water conservation in domestic conditions have been approved. As part of accelerating the introduction of advanced water-saving technologies, measures have been developed to encourage enterprises to switch to water reuse systems in industry.The new edition of the Water Code provides for the requirement that enterprises have a plan to switch to water recycling and (or) reuse systems within a five-year period. A model plan for increasing water reuse at industrial facilities in each region until 2030 has been developed and approved.By the end of 2030, it is planned to increase the share of water reuse in sectors of the economy from 17% to 28%.In addition, a Methodological Guide to saving water in domestic conditions has been approved, the document includes measures such as timely elimination of malfunctions in taps, use of aeration taps, use of two-button water drain tanks, installation of automatic sensor water mixers, turning on the washing machine only when it is fully loaded, etc.In 2024, the procedure for charging drinking water for individuals was revised in 6 regions of the country. Social norms of consumption have been introduced (in case of consumption of more than 3 m3 of water per month, the tariff for the volume of water exceeding the norm increases).This measure has allowed saving an average of 1.65 million cubic meters of water per month in 6 regions: Akmola, Aktobe, Turkestan, Ulytau regions and the cities of Almaty and Shymkent. Before the introduction of social norms of consumption, the average volume of drinking water consumption in all 6 regions was 21.1 million cubic meters, today this figure has decreased to 19.5 million cubic meters.Complete modernization of water management infrastructure, introduction of advanced water-saving technologies, digitalization of the water metering system, and development of a water-saving culture among the population and enterprises will allow providing the population of Kazakhstan with high-quality water.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/937950
A recreation area and an amusement park will be built on the Kargaly reservoir 21.02.2025
The total cost of the project is about 4 billion tenge. In the future, it is planned to create about 200 jobs.The regional akim visited the reservoir during his working trip to the Kargaly district and got acquainted with the project for the development of the tourist area.The project "Qargaly Eco Resort" of "Samet International" LLP aims to create an environmentally friendly resort area that will include residential and entertainment facilities, restaurants, sports and playgrounds, as well as various infrastructure facilities for a comfortable stay.The company will implement the project at its own expense. As part of the "Business Roadmap-2025" program, in 2022, an electricity transmission line was laid on the territory of the reservoir for 29.2 million tenge.In the summer, two holiday homes for 8 and 4 people began operating here, with piers and three containers placed near them. The project will allow for the development of tourism in the reservoir area. It will contribute to the further expansion and creation of new facilities that will attract tourists from both Kazakhstan and abroad."We reviewed the condition of the Kargaly reservoir as part of preparations for the upcoming flood. Today it is filled with 200 million cubic meters. Another 150 million cubic meters of water are expected to arrive in the spring. We will closely monitor the situation and take all necessary measures to ensure safety. In addition, it is planned to improve the area around the reservoir. We will create a unique recreation area for local residents and tourists here.The nature in the Kargaly district is very beautiful, and we are actively developing tourism here. We will improve roads and improve mobile communications. We met with entrepreneurs who have presented their ideas for the development of the tourism industry in the district, and we will definitely support them. I am confident that the development of tourism will provide new opportunities for the growth and prosperity of the Kargaly district," the akim noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938903
Kargaly farmers are effectively using state support mechanisms 21.02.2025
In the village of Kos-Estek, Kargaly district, the Kuanysh farm is engaged in breeding Auliekol cows.During a working trip to the Kargaly district, the regional akim visited the village of Kos-Estek. He visited the Kuanysh farm, which is successfully engaged in breeding Auliekol cattle.In 2023, the farm purchased 100 female cattle and 4 productive bulls, and in the second year it achieved high results, today 85% of the animals have calved. Now farmers plan to increase the herd to 500 females and develop breeding in order to sell livestock throughout Kazakhstan. According to Arman Ilyupov, a zootechnician at the Kuanysh farm, the Auliekol breed is well adapted to the climate of the region and does not cause difficulties in care.The farm is also engaged in crop production and provides itself with feed. In 2024, 1,118 hectares of land were sown with wheat, barley and oats.The regional akim got acquainted with the dynamics of farm work, discussed further development plans with the farm management, and noted the importance of state support for farmers. He noted that such initiatives help improve the economic situation in the region and increase food security.Then the regional head visited the “My Family” bakery in the village of Kos-Estek.It was opened by Natalia Rode, a mother of nine children. Together with the children, they bake up to 700 loaves of bread and other bakery products and deliver them to the villages.“In 2020, I received a grant of four million tenge under the “Business Roadmap-2025” program. With this money, I purchased equipment and ovens. At first, I baked bread at home, my daughters helped, and the sons were engaged in transporting bread. Bakery products began to be in demand, and we decided to expand the business and build a bakery. In 2023, we received a loan of 1.3 million tenge through the “Auyl Amanaty” program to purchase equipment for kneading dough, molds and a refrigerator. We paid off this loan quickly, which had a positive impact on the development of our family business,” Natalya said about her business.Now the entrepreneur plans to purchase a vehicle for transporting bread through the state support program.“A family business in a village is a guarantee of stability and growth. Do not stop there, develop further. Your children are helping you - this is an important step in preserving traditions and continuity. There will always be a need for bread. "All the foundations for success have been laid," the akim wished the entrepreneur success.Furthermore, the regional akim visited the village of Velikhovka and got acquainted with the activities of the local farm, which has been developing under the leadership of Yuri Baranov since 1999.The Velikhovka farm is engaged in crop and livestock farming. The area of arable land is 4,405 hectares, meadows are 536 hectares, and another 1,968 hectares are allocated for pastures. The number of livestock is about 400. Last year, 4,297 hectares of grain crops were sown, 228 hectares were allocated for fodder.The farm is equipped with modern agricultural machinery. Today, 30 people work on the farm, who ensure the smooth operation of the enterprise."It is important to support farmers who not only develop agriculture, but also create jobs that contribute to the prosperity of the entire region. We will continue to support initiatives that will help expand businesses, upgrade equipment, and improve working conditions. Only through joint efforts can we achieve sustainable development, improve life in rural areas, and ensure a prosperous future for future generations,” the regional governor noted.
On February 14, 2025, the KASE conference “Connection to Tabadul Digital Hubs” discussed key aspects of developing the infrastructure of capital markets.As part of the event, Vice Minister of Finance Kenbeil D.M. held a meeting with representatives of second-tier banks, financial institutions, and other market participants. During the meeting, the main borrowing plan and directions for the current year were presented. The participants of the meeting made recommendations on increasing the attractiveness of the securities of the Ministry of Finance and discussed the factors influencing investors' decision-making.The conference became an important platform for dialogue between the state and financial market participants, identifying the main priorities for the development of the capital market infrastructure.During the conference, special attention was paid to the role of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the development of the national capital market. For their significant contribution in this direction, the Minister of Finance M. Takiyev and the ministry's team were awarded the diploma "20 years of successful partnership in the placement of government securities". Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938754
The kindergarten "Balapan" was renovated in Badamsha under the "Aul - El Besigi" program 21.02.2025
The renovation of the building was completed in 2024, it was carried out by Babek Kurylys LLP. The cost of the work is 176.6 million tenge. Major repairs and interior finishing works were carried out, a modern fire alarm system was installed, the electricity supply was put in order, the territory of the kindergarten was landscaped, children's carousels and playgrounds were installed.During a working trip to the Kargaly district, the head of the region visited a preschool institution renovated within the framework of the "Aul - El Besigi" program in Badamsha. The akim assessed the work done and got acquainted with the living conditions of the children.The director of the "Balapan" preschool institution Zhanat Bimanbayeva noted that all conditions have been created for the upbringing of babies in a comfortable and safe environment. Currently, 82 children attend the kindergarten, and the staff consists of 29 employees, including 13 educators and methodologists. In the district center, there are 31 children under the age of two on the kindergarten waiting list.The kindergarten has renovated a classroom for the artistic development of children, playrooms, a music hall, and a medical office. The kitchen block has modern kitchen equipment with refrigerators. The kindergarten building has Wi-Fi for the convenience of teachers' work."We will continue to actively support and develop infrastructure in villages to create comfortable and safe conditions for children. This is an important step towards equal opportunities for every child, regardless of their place of residence. It is necessary to ensure that every child has access to quality education that will help them realize their potential. Special attention should be paid to the mental development of children. If necessary, we will open specialized classrooms, such as Montessori, or remedial classrooms for working with children with special educational needs. This will help each child not only develop general skills, but also harmoniously develop, regardless of their individual characteristics," the akim noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938826
To the hospital of the Kargaly district a building will be built in the adjacent building 21.02.2025
The SOMATOM go.Sim computed tomography scanner and TrueBeam radiotherapy system were launched at the Abai region Nuclear Medicine and Oncology Center. These devices were purchased with the support of the "For the People of Kazakhstan" Public Foundation. The event was attended by Akim of Abai region Nurlan Urankhayev, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the "For the People of Kazakhstan" Public Foundation Lyazzat Shyngysbayeva, and the center's staff."Today's joyful event was one of the successful projects implemented jointly with the Abai region akimat. It is clear that these modern devices will have a significant impact on improving the health of the region's residents. We have been working with Abai region not only in the field of health, but also in other social areas, such as education and sports. Our partnership will continue in the future,” said Lyazzat Shyngysbayeva, Chairwoman of the Board of the Public Foundation “For the People of Kazakhstan”.High-tech equipment will help improve the quality of diagnostics and treatment, expand the availability of modern oncological care not only for the population of our region, but also for the entire population of Kazakhstan.“The SOMATOM go.Sim computed tomography scanner allows you to accurately plan radiation therapy by imaging tumors in detail, reducing the radiation dose while maintaining high image quality, and conducting treatment procedures taking into account the body’s natural physiological processes (breathing, heartbeat). It also speeds up the process of planning the most complex methods of radiation therapy, increasing the chances of successful treatment,” says Sayat Tanatarov, Director of the Center for Nuclear Medicine and Oncology.The TrueBeam radiation therapy system allows you to use innovative methods of radiation that affect only malignant cells, and treat the most complex and mobile tumors thanks to dynamic control technology. In addition, it reduces the duration of sessions and increases comfort. Most importantly, it does not disrupt the quality of life of patients.So, in the future, thanks to the new equipment, patients receiving treatment at the center will be able to accurately diagnose their diseases and seek further help from doctors.
During a working trip to the Kargaly district, the regional akim visited the central hospital and got acquainted with the additional project to accommodate the diagnostic department.The head physician of the district hospital, Berik Zharzhanov, said that this facility will significantly improve the quality of patient care and expand diagnostic capabilities.The hospital was built in 1955. A 54-bed hospital operates next to it. There is also a clinic that serves 150 patients per shift. 6 outpatient clinics and 9 district medical centers are attached to the hospital. The hospital staff consists of 162 people.“Kargaly district is developing rapidly. New houses are being built here, the population is growing. The construction of a combined facility and improvement of healthcare infrastructure are important steps in this process. "We will continue to support and improve healthcare so that the residents of the district receive quality medical services," the regional akim said.The regional head noted that the issue of financing the project to build an additional building for the hospital will be considered at the regional maslikhat session.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938841