Akim of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov, on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presented state awards to citizens who have made significant contributions to the public life of the country. This is a high recognition of the work of our fellow countrymen and a clear testament to their responsibility to society.In accordance with Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 1221 dated April 7, 2026, the following individuals have been awarded state awards: Order of "Parasat"Zhutayev Makhabbat SagynbayevichChairman of the Standing Commission of the Kostanay Regional Maslikhat on Social Sphere Issues and Interaction with Non-Governmental Organizations Medal "For Meritorious Labor"Gadzhibalayev Rafail Sadaddin oglyChairman of the Public Association "Azerbaijani Community of Kostanay Region 'BIRLIK'";Kalkayev Damir YeltayevichHead of the Communal State Enterprise "Regional Center for Amateur Folk Art and Film and Video Fund";Kokishev Saken BalgabayevichDeputy Head of the State Institution "Public Development Department of the Akimat of Kostanay Region";Rakpanova Diana BolatovnaHead of the Youth Affairs Committee of the Non-Commercial Joint-Stock Company "Kostanay Regional University named after Akhmet Baitursynuly";Ramazanova Natalya SergeyevnaHead of the Communal State Institution "Public Accord";Sergazinova Alexandra KabdullayevnaEditor-in-Chief of the Limited Liability Partnership "Information Agency 'TobolInfo'";Shulenov Mazhit MaksutovichDeputy Akim of the city of Kostanay.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1203344?lang=kk

The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in line with the Prime Minister's instructions, has intensified efforts to reduce unproductive intermediation in the country's markets. The focus is on building transparent supply chains and eliminating factors contributing to unjustified price increases.On April 16, the Chairman of the Trade Committee of the MTI RK, Yernur Zhautikbayev, held an on-site cluster meeting in the city of Turkestan with the participation of market owners and administrations of trade facilities from the Turkestan, Kyzylorda, Zhambyl regions, and the city of Shymkent.As part of improving the Rules of Internal Trade at the legislative level, a distinction has been made between retail sellers and wholesale suppliers. This has streamlined the composition of participants in the procurement process and limited the involvement of unproductive intermediaries — entities that do not create added value in the supply chain but affect the final price for the consumer.The Chairman of the Committee drew special attention of market owners to the need for strict compliance with legal requirements. A key element is the mandatory conduct of activities using information systems, which must record all contracts with sellers, rental payments, and trading conditions. It is precisely the lack of transparent digital accounting that creates preconditions for distorting real turnovers, informal settlements, and the emergence of unproductive intermediaries. In this regard, control measures are primarily focused on entities ignoring work in information systems.According to Yernur Zhautikbayev, comprehensive work has already begun in markets across the country, primarily in the wholesale segment. The work involves state revenue authorities, internal affairs bodies, the antimonopoly authority, and local executive bodies, with coordination by the MTI. The application of tax administration tools is being strengthened, including the timing of trading activities, which allows for an objective comparison of actual turnovers with declared ones and the identification of signs of shadow turnover.Following control measures, territorial departments of trade and consumer rights protection issue orders to eliminate violations. Regarding non-compliance with requirements for mandatory use of information systems, administrative liability in the form of fines is provided, as well as the application of stricter response measures as established by law, up to consideration of the issue in court."The market is not a territory for opaque schemes. Every participant must operate within the legal framework. Any trading activity must be transparent and digitalized. Working outside of information systems is a direct risk zone for the shadow economy and price distortions. If market participants are not ready to work according to established rules, the state will consistently apply the entire range of response tools provided for by legislation," emphasized Yernur Zhautikbayev.In each region, regional commissions chaired by deputy akims (governors) of the regions are functioning, responsible for analyzing supply chains. At their platforms, specific supply schemes are considered, unproductive intermediaries are identified, and decisions are made to exclude them. At the same time, it was noted that in a number of regions, the work of the commissions is formal and does not yield the desired effect.Since the beginning of the year, approximately 316 meetings of regional commissions have been held across the country, resulting in the exclusion of 73 intermediary links from trade chains. The Trade Committee instructed the akimats (local administrations) to ensure the practical effectiveness of this work and strengthen control over the formation of transparent and efficient supply chains.The implementation of these measures is aimed at reducing the share of the shadow economy, forming a fair competitive environment, and ensuring fair prices for the population.Concluding his working visit to the Turkestan region, Yernur Zhautikbayev visited the stabilization fund, social stores, and a number of markets in the region. Similar on-site cluster meetings will be conducted systematically across the country's regions, covering specific territorial groups for targeted consideration of trade infrastructure and pricing issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1203072?lang=kk

The year began with good news in the Uzynkol district of the Kostanay region. A new 18-apartment residential building has been commissioned in the district center, and the work to increase housing affordability for the population continues on a systematic basis.Providing citizens with housing is one of the priority areas of state policy. Currently, 267 people are on the waiting list for housing in the district. Most of them are low-income and large families.In accordance with the instruction of the Head of State, special attention is paid to providing housing for socially vulnerable categories of citizens - primarily large and low-income families, as well as persons with disabilities.This residential building was constructed by order of the District Department of Architecture, Urban Planning, and Construction of the Uzynkol District. The commissioning of the facility became a significant event for the villagers. To date, nine families have already moved into the new apartments and are enjoying all the benefits of modern housing. It is expected that the remaining apartments will also find their owners in the near future.Overall, the construction of the 18-apartment building is a clear result of the implementation of state programs. Local executive bodies are consistently implementing measures aimed at improving the quality of life of the population and enhancing the social situation.Work in the field of housing construction will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1201810?lang=kk

The Department of Trade and Consumer Rights Protection of the East Kazakhstan Region continues its work to stabilize prices for socially significant food products (SSFP). During the analysis of electronic invoices (E-invoices) within the activities of the Regional Commission, a scheme of artificial price inflation was identified.It was established that one of the region's individual entrepreneurs created an artificial intermediary link. The entrepreneur purchased goods (buckwheat, sugar, salt) and resold them to a limited liability partnership (LLP) controlled by him.As a result of such "reselling to oneself," the final cost of socially significant goods for the population increased unjustifiably. In particular, a trade markup of 127% was set on buckwheat; with a purchase price of 241 tenge, the product was sold for 550 tenge. For sugar, the trade markup reached 45%, and for table salt, 41%.It should be recalled that, according to the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the maximum trade markup on socially significant goods should not exceed 15%. Administrative proceedings have been initiated against the violator under Article 204-4 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan. A fine has been imposed. The main result of the work is that the unproductive intermediary has been completely removed from the supply chain, which will ensure more fair pricing.The work to identify such schemes continues and is under the constant supervision of the Department. Since the beginning of the year, the Department has analyzed electronic invoices from more than 70 trade facilities in the region and removed over ten unproductive intermediaries from the supply chain.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1202120?lang=kk

On April 15 of this year, the Ministry of Trade and Integration, together with the Ministry of Agriculture and the Union of Livestock Breeders of Kazakhstan, signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at implementing measures to stabilize beef prices.The basis of the memorandum is the mutual interest of the parties in ensuring price stability in the domestic market, preventing social tension, and increasing the social responsibility of businesses.Under the signed memorandum, the Union of Livestock Breeders of Kazakhstan has undertaken the following obligations:- to ensure the priority saturation of the domestic market with meat products and prevent shortages;- to organize the supply of at least 15% of the beef export volume to the domestic market through retail chains;to coordinate the activities of accredited exporters regarding meat supplies to the domestic market.- to ensure the supply of beef to the domestic market at a fixed producer selling price of 3,275 tenge per kg excluding value-added tax. It should be noted that the specified price is the producer's selling price and does not reflect the final cost of the product at retail. The formation of the retail price is additionally influenced by associated costs, including transportation, storage, loading and unloading operations, as well as other operational expenses incurred on the way from the producer to the point of sale.In turn, the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, within the framework of the memorandum, considers industry proposals when forming state policy, and also, subject to the full supply of the domestic market, the possibility of increasing export quotas in accordance with the established procedure.The Ministry of Trade and Integration monitors prices in the domestic market, coordinates interaction with retail chains, facilitates the conclusion of direct supply contracts between producers and retail outlets, and controls compliance with the permissible level of trade markup.The memorandum aims to form a transparent and predictable market, reduce price fluctuations, and provide the population with affordable meat products.The implementation of the reached agreements will maintain a balance between developing the industry's export potential and ensuring the supply of the domestic market.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1202499?lang=kk

Halyk Bank's Board Chairperson Umut Shayakhmetova, who arrived on a working visit to the Kostanay Region, held a meeting with the region's business community and partners.The meeting discussed issues of strengthening partnerships with entrepreneurs, supporting business expansion into new markets, and developing modern financial instruments that contribute to the region's sustainable economic development.During the meeting, the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay Region reported that in the first quarter of this year alone, the volume of credit investments by second-tier banks in the region's economic sectors amounted to 119.1 billion tenge.The largest share of loans issued went to the trade sector — 16.1% of the total volume, to industry — 15.9%, and to the construction sector — 2.7%. Loans totaling 30.4 billion tenge were issued for the development of small business entities, which is 15.8% more compared to the same period last year."The deposit base of the region's banks grew by 20.7% over the year and reached 1.2 trillion tenge. At the same time, 80% of the deposit market consists of household deposits. The level of deposit dollarization was 8.3%, having decreased by 3.6 percentage points compared to the same period in 2025. This indicates growing confidence in the tenge," noted the head of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1202519?lang=kk

On April 15, 2026, a training seminar was conducted by the Ethics Commissioner of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan in collaboration with the Legal Department.During the event, civil servants were briefed on the requirements of legislation and norms of official conduct related to compliance with anti-corruption restrictions and prohibitions.Particular attention was paid to the proper use of state property. The obligation of civil servants to ensure the safety of entrusted resources, to use official equipment, vehicles, and other material assets exclusively for official purposes was highlighted, as well as the inadmissibility of using administrative resources for personal gain.A separate section addressed issues of conflict of interest, its potential precursors, and prevention mechanisms. In this regard, emphasis was placed on the need for timely notification of a conflict of interest arising and taking measures to resolve it.Within the seminar, the requirements of the Ethical Code for Civil Servants were additionally explained, including adherence to business etiquette and norms of business communication, principles of integrity, and zero tolerance for corruption offenses. Furthermore, civil servants were reminded of the need to comply with legally established restrictions and prohibitions, including the ban on smoking, visiting gambling establishments, adherence to the principle of religious neutrality, and requirements for labor discipline and work schedule.Following the event, the importance of fostering a strong anti-corruption culture, adhering to norms of official ethics, and strictly following the requirements of civil service legislation was emphasized. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1201596?lang=kk

As part of the working visit of the Chairman of the Presidium of the NCE "Atameken" Kanat Sharlapayev to the region, prospects for the development of local entrepreneurship were discussed and leading enterprises were visited. Dialogue with business, a meeting with the regional council, a visit to the "One Village - One Product" exhibition - all these events helped to form the main thesis - the Kostanay region confirms its status as one of the key industrial and agricultural regions of Kazakhstan.The region's Akim, Kumar Aksakalov, noted that the development of large-scale production and the creation of the most favorable environment for small and medium-sized businesses are priority areas for the region."Today, the Kostanay region is one of the steadily developing regions of the country. In terms of manufacturing output, the region ranks fourth in the republic. Our region is a center of mechanical engineering: 25% of the country's total production comes from the Kostanay region. The region also holds leading positions in the processing of agricultural products, export, and food production. It is important that each investment project is accompanied by the creation of sustainable jobs and the development of local infrastructure. Interaction with the National Chamber 'Atameken' allows for prompt feedback from entrepreneurs," noted the head of the region.In turn, Kanat Sharlapayev outlined the key priorities of the National Chamber for the current year. According to him, the main focus will be on strengthening the protection of entrepreneurs' rights and unlocking the potential of domestic business.The Chairman of the Chamber also familiarized himself with a number of leading enterprises in the region and major investment projects.During the meeting with business representatives, issues concerning construction, the agricultural sector, support for domestic producers, and the development of social entrepreneurship were raised.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1201335?lang=kk

A meeting dedicated to preparations for the 2026 fire-danger period was held at the regional akimat under the chairmanship of the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov. The official fire-danger season began on April 6 and will last until October.The staffing of the forest guard has currently been strengthened. If three years ago it consisted of 825 people, today it has increased to 1,242 people, or by 51%. The provision of forestry institutions with equipment has increased from 76% to 90%. Over three years, 51 fire trucks, 86 tractors, 36 small forest fire complexes, and 65 vehicles have been purchased. The number of 24-hour surveillance cameras is increasing annually. The average area of forest fires has decreased from 11.4 to 4.6 hectares, a reduction of 2.5 times."A new fire-danger period is now beginning. Traditionally, the number of forest visitors increases from May. It should be remembered that administrative liability is provided for non-compliance with fire safety rules in forest and steppe areas. Reducing risks and preventing the occurrence of fires is our common task. It is important that each of us always observes fire safety rules: at home, on the street, and in the forest," noted the head of the region.During the meeting, reports on preparations for the fire-danger period were presented by the acting head of the Department of Emergency Situations of the Kostanay Region, Nazarali Selimov; the head of the Department of Natural Resources and Regulation of Natural Resource Use of the regional akimat, Gulzhanat Keribayeva; the akim of the Auliekol district, Zhansultan Taukenov; and the akim of the Kamysty district, Yerlan Zhaulybayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1201344?lang=kk

Behind every state institution are people — those who, every day, without unnecessary noise or publicity, perform their work honestly and conscientiously. It is precisely such specialists who shape the true face of public service. One of them is Ekaterina Mikhailovna Parshina — the chief specialist of the Department of the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the North Kazakhstan Region, a state inspector for state control and supervision.Ekaterina Mikhailovna has been working in the public service system for over 17 years. During this time, she has established herself as a professional for whom responsibility, integrity, and quality of work are not just job requirements, but a personal standard. Colleagues note her attention to detail, diligence, and ability to find solutions even in complex work situations.The work of a state inspector requires not only knowledge of legislation and practical experience but also a high degree of personal responsibility. Ekaterina Mikhailovna has repeatedly participated in conducting state control in various regions of the country and has taken part in improving regulatory rules in the field of determining the country of origin of goods and issuing certificates. Her professional knowledge is also in demand during prestigious quality competitions such as "Altyn Sapa" and "Best Product of Kazakhstan," where she participates in the work of the commissions.However, behind the strict formulations of the position and professional achievements stands a person for whom simple life values are important.Outside of work, Ekaterina Mikhailovna leads an active and modest lifestyle. She loves movement and sports — walks, hiking, and fitness classes. In her free time, she prefers books, especially historical works and novels that allow for a deeper understanding of people's destinies and eras.A special place in her life is occupied by volunteer work. She does not remain indifferent to those in need: she participates in supporting homeless animals and tries to help elderly people, for whom attention and human participation are especially important.But the main support and source of vitality for Ekaterina Mikhailovna remains her family. She holds a special warmth for her parents — respects them, cares for them, and considers it her duty to support and protect her closest people.The stories of such people rarely become the center of attention because they do not seek publicity. But it is precisely thanks to their daily, honest, and responsible work that society's trust in public service is strengthened. And it is precisely such specialists who confirm that public service is, first and foremost, service to the people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1201213?lang=kk

For the first time in the Kostanay region, an intellectual quiz "IT brAInstorm" was organized, aimed at popularizing information technology and artificial intelligence among schoolchildren.The event became an important part of the systematic work to develop digital skills among youth and increase interest in modern IT professions.Teams from 7 comprehensive schools in the city of Kostanay took part in the quiz. Participants competed in several stages, testing their knowledge in the field of information technology and artificial intelligence, solving logical problems, and also demonstrating skills in quick thinking and teamwork.The "IT brAInstorm" format differed from traditional quizzes in that it allowed participants not only to test their knowledge but also to develop analytical thinking, creativity, and the ability to work effectively in a team. During the quiz, schoolchildren learned about modern technological trends and expanded their understanding of the opportunities in the IT sphere.Before the quiz began, a tour was organized for the participants at the Qostanai Hub. During the tour, the schoolchildren familiarized themselves with the center's infrastructure and received detailed information about educational programs, startup projects, and opportunities for technological development. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1199434?lang=kk

In the Nauryzym district of the Kostanay region, the "We Are Volunteers" campaign was held, during which young people contributed to the improvement of the area. Active volunteers of the district gathered together and carried out work to clean the monument dedicated to veterans of the Great Patriotic War, as well as the adjacent territory.During the campaign, participants cleared the area of litter, tidied up the surrounding space, and beautified the memorial site. Such events are aimed at fostering a sense of patriotism and respect for historical heritage among the younger generation.It is worth noting that the volunteer movement in the country is actively developing. Social and environmental initiatives contribute to increasing the civic engagement of youth and involving them in socially significant activities.According to the organizers, the "We Are Volunteers" campaign is not a one-time event. In the future, such initiatives will continue, and the youth of the district will remain actively involved in the life of society.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1198917?lang=kk

At the initiative of the Republic of Kazakhstan, an important historical decision was made at the international level: the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development.A number of projects are being implemented in the region to develop the volunteer movement and support environmental initiatives. One of the main innovations in this direction is the organization of the "Best Environmental Strategies" competition among volunteers. The winner of the competition is awarded a grant of 1 million tenge. The award ceremony will take place at a solemn event summarizing the year's results. Competition participants develop their initiatives in advance and go through stages of selection and project defense.The region currently has about 3 thousand volunteers, of which 2,456 are youth. To support and develop the volunteer movement, 11 projects with a total value of 19,245 thousand tenge are being implemented in the region in 2026. One of them is the "Promotion of Volunteering in the Kostanay Region" project worth 5 million tenge, implemented by the Regional Youth Resource Center.Overall, volunteer activity in the country has shown steady growth in recent years. Annually, more than 60 thousand people are attracted to the National Volunteer Network, and more than 200 people have become laureates of the international "Volunteer of the Year" award.At the regional level, an increase in volunteer activity is also observed. According to the results of 2025, 2,211 events were organized in the region, with the participation of more than 22 thousand volunteers. The total volume of volunteer activity exceeded 4,800 hours. Furthermore, the regional front office is becoming an effective platform providing opportunities for the formation of proactive youth and leaders.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1197131?lang=kk

Kazakhstan has approved regulations for equipping shelters for the population. The new standard covers basements, underground parking lots, and other subterranean spaces, reports the press service of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In Kazakhstan, a new standard for shelters in case of emergencies will come into effect from January 1, 2026. This refers to ST RK 4016-2025, which establishes requirements for adapting basements, parking lots, and other underground premises for population protection. It was developed by KazStandard as part of the National Standardization Plan for 2025 at the request of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.The Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted that the document is aimed at improving the level of safety and preparedness for emergencies.— In global practice, subterranean premises, including basements, ground floors, underground passages, and subways, are widely used for population protection. In Kazakhstan, such spaces can also be adapted for civil defense protective structures, — the department reported.The new standard eliminates a regulatory gap and introduces uniform requirements for shelters. It defines the procedure for inspecting buildings and adapting them for population protection during emergencies of a natural, man-made, and military nature.The document establishes requirements for structures and room layouts, as well as for life support systems. These include ventilation, water supply, electricity supply, sanitary conditions, and communications. The procedure for assessing the technical condition of buildings is also established, including checking load-bearing structures and engineering systems.Measures for reinforcing structures and retrofitting premises, if necessary, are separately provided for. The standard provides examples of typical solutions and a table for assessing shelter suitability.The project has been coordinated with the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Ministry of Defense, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, the Committee for Atomic and Energy Supervision and Control of the Ministry of Energy, the Regional Department for Emergency Situations and the Department for Mobilization Preparation and Civil Protection, technical committees in the field of industrial safety and construction, the NCE "Atameken", the Atomic Energy Agency, the National Nuclear Center, the Institute of Atomic Energy, and other organizations.Comments and proposals received during the coordination process concerned considering geographical, climatic, and seismic features when developing technical solutions, developing algorithms for protection against unmanned aerial vehicles, including appendices with examples of retrofitting schemes and a table for assessing premises suitability, reinforcing shelter walls and openings, as well as implementing an automated public access system to shelters. All proposals were taken into account.The adoption of the standard will allow for the formation of a unified approach to the use of subterranean premises and will increase the level of population protection in emergency situations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1195458?lang=kk

From March 13 to 23, 2026, the national competition "Sauda in Digital Nauryz" was held in the country, aimed at developing digital solutions in the field of trade. The competition was organized among shopping malls and retail chains and aimed to popularize national culture through the use of digital technologies.According to the competition rules, participants published special videos on social media. Important criteria such as national identity, creativity, level of artificial intelligence use, audience engagement, and work quality were considered when determining the winners.Based on the competition results, winners were determined in the following categories:"Best Digital Design" — the retail chain "Anvar" (Aktobe city);"Best Digital Greeting" — the shopping mall "TSUM" (Karaganda city);"Best Use of Artificial Intelligence" — the shopping mall "Umay" (Karaganda city);"Most Creative Digital Project" — the retail chain "Small" (Almaty city).During the official ceremony, winners were presented with special diplomas and national attire on behalf of the leadership of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As part of the competition, in collaboration with the national clothing store "Tarbiya," free national clothing fitting zones were organized in major shopping and entertainment centers across the country. Thematic photo zones and Instagram frames were also set up. All materials were published on social media under the unified hashtag #saudadigitalnauryz.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1195554?lang=kk

A meeting of the regional akimat on the issues of the progress and completion of the heating season was held under the chairmanship of the Akim of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov.The Head of State has repeatedly instructed to ensure the uninterrupted progress of the heating season. In our region, it is proceeding as planned and is nearing completion. No major accidents have been recorded. This is undoubtedly the result of repair work carried out in advance last summer.Significant funds are allocated annually for the modernization of heat supply facilities and engineering infrastructure. As a result, the number of accidents on heating networks in the region has decreased 6 times — from 830 in the 2022–2023 heating season to 134 in the current one.The President of the country set the task to reduce the wear and tear of heating networks to 42% by the end of 2029. In 2022–2025, we managed to reduce this indicator from 50% to 43%."Another important issue is tariffs. People should pay a fair price for the heat, water, and electricity they consume. This is possible through the installation of modern metering devices with remote data transmission functionality. Such devices allow for accurate accounting of consumption volumes and ensure transparency in calculations. The implementation of automated meters is growing: if in 2023 they were installed in 433 houses, then in 2025 — already in 1,132 houses, an increase of 3 times. Metering devices allow for savings through consumption regulation. Now, with the onset of warm spring weather, residents open their windows, and heat escapes outside. At the same time, they continue to pay for heating in full. This is not right. Our task is to more actively install heat metering units with the participation of our enterprises and local manufacturers. Such devices are already successfully operating in the region," noted the head of the region.In the current heating season, savings in one apartment building amounted to 890 thousand tenge — these are funds that remain with our citizens. The Akim of the region emphasized the need to continue installing metering devices at the same pace and ensure 100% coverage.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1196263?lang=kk

Dear residents of the region!The flood season in our region has concluded.In this regard, I would like to particularly highlight the coordinated work of all authorized bodies. Thanks to the timely measures taken, populated areas were protected from meltwater. We did not allow a single residential house to be flooded. All necessary measures were taken. No emergency situations were registered. Protective engineering structures were implemented in advance:- In 92 populated areas, 32 protective embankments with a total length of 54 km were built and reinforced;- 38 water culverts were installed;- 78 km of storm sewer were cleaned;- Snow was cleared from more than 1,600 private house yards across the region.Over 3,600 people and more than 500 pieces of equipment were involved in carrying out these works. Hydrological posts operated around the clock on the rivers, maintaining constant monitoring of water levels.Thus, the period associated with the threat of flooding in the Kostanay region passed in a routine manner. All of this is the result of our joint work.I would like to express my gratitude to all citizens who participated in the joint efforts – emergency service personnel, military personnel, volunteers, and youth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1196315?lang=kk

The Department of Trade and Consumer Rights Protection of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the North Kazakhstan Region reports on a significant court decision made in defense of consumer rights.Court No. 2 of the city of Petropavlovsk has fully satisfied the Department's lawsuit against an individual entrepreneur for the recovery of funds in favor of consumers.The basis for the appeal to the court was numerous appeals from citizens who purchased tickets for a concert by the performer "Akmal", scheduled for October 25, 2025, in the city of Kostanay. Due to the cancellation of the event, the obligations to refund consumers were not fulfilled by the respondent or were not fulfilled properly (partially).During the consideration of the case, it was established that a significant number of consumers did not receive a full refund of the money paid. Despite sending a pre-trial claim to the entrepreneur, the identified violations were not rectified.Given that the rights of more than ten consumers were violated, the Department exercised its right to apply to the court in defense of an indefinite number of persons in accordance with the current legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The achieved result was made possible thanks to the coordinated and consistent work of the Department's specialists, who ensured effective consideration of citizens' appeals and proper support of the case in judicial bodies.By the court's decision, 5,380,126 (five million three hundred eighty thousand one hundred twenty-six) tenge was recovered from the respondent in favor of the affected citizens.  "The adopted court decision is an important law enforcement precedent confirming the state-guaranteed protection of consumer rights. Regardless of the form of service provision, including the use of electronic platforms, business entities are obliged to properly and fully fulfill the obligations they have undertaken to consumers.This result also testifies to the high efficiency and professionalism of the Department's employees, whose coordinated work made it possible to ensure the restoration of the violated rights of citizens.The Department will continue systematic work to protect consumer rights and will respond in principle to every identified violation", — noted the acting head of the Department G. Abayev. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1196326?lang=kk

On the eve of the heating season's end, Akim of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov, inspected the condition of the heating networks in an apartment building in the city of Kostanay.«The Head of State has repeatedly instructed to ensure the uninterrupted progress of the heating season. In our region, the heating season is proceeding normally. No major accidents have been recorded. Even when they occurred, they did not affect the quality of heat supply. This is undoubtedly the result of repair work carried out in advance. Considering that last heating season there were emergency situations related to boiler equipment and ruptures in main networks, this indicates that we have drawn the right conclusions», – noted the head of the region.The Head of State particularly emphasizes the importance of modernizing the energy and utilities sectors. The task is set to reduce the wear and tear of heating networks to 42% by the end of 2029.Significant financial resources are allocated annually for the modernization of heat supply facilities and engineering infrastructure. As a result:the number of heating network damages has decreased by 84%: from 830 cases in the 2022–2023 heating season to 134 in the current season;the wear and tear level has been reduced from 50% in 2022 to 43% in 2025.The work will continue within the framework of the National Project for the Modernization of the Energy and Utilities Sectors. Even at the stage of completing the current season, it is important to plan the necessary steps in advance for a successful start of the next heating period.«The next issue I would like to address is the tariff. People should pay for the heat, water, and electricity they actually consume. This is only possible with the installation of 'smart' metering devices. While the level of stationary meter equipment is high, we are only at the initial stage regarding automated systems. Today, the installation of such devices in the region is progressing dynamically: if in 2023 they were installed in 433 houses, then in 2025 – already in 1,132 houses, an increase of almost three times. Meters allow residents to save on heating services. However, this potential is not fully utilized. For example, with the onset of warm spring days, many open windows and essentially 'heat the street,' while continuing to pay in full. This is wrong», – emphasized Kumar Aksakalov.The population should have both individual apartment meters and building-wide meters. Furthermore, they should be automated so that readings are transmitted remotely, without human involvement. This eliminates data distortion, discrepancies with actual consumption, and, consequently, overcharging for services. Such situations cause distrust and dissatisfaction among the population, as well as reluctance to pay for heating services.«Our task is to install as many heat metering units as possible. Enterprises and local manufacturers already operating in the region should participate in this work. All these measures are aimed at saving. In the current heating period, savings amounted to more than 890 thousand tenge from one apartment building. These are funds that remain in the pockets of our citizens», – noted the Akim of the region.Furthermore, heat-generating enterprises will also incur lower costs. With an increase in the number of meters, fuel consumption and heat losses decrease. This will become possible with 100% heat metering.The work on installing metering devices will continue at the same pace, which will allow for 100% coverage in the next 5 years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1195181?lang=kk

As part of the republican environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan," the first city-wide cleanup day was organized in the city of Rudny.About a thousand people took part in the large-scale improvement campaign. Among them were employees of state institutions and enterprises, youth, volunteers, and city residents. Representatives of different generations united for a common goal and contributed to the cleanliness and improvement of their hometown.During the cleanup, work was carried out to clean up the city's territory: streets, courtyards, and public spaces were cleared. As a result, about 280 tons of waste were collected and transported to specialized landfills. 18 units of special equipment were involved in the work.The activity of veteran organizations was particularly noted. They demonstrated civic responsibility and genuine care for their hometown in practice.Such initiatives not only improve the sanitary condition of the city but also contribute to the formation of an environmental culture among the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1195101?lang=kk