In the coming years, hockey courts, basketball and volleyball courts, a swimming pool and a hippodrome will be opened in the Bukhar Zhyrau district. This was announced by the district akim Yerlan Kusaiyn during a meeting with the head of the physical culture and sports department Serik Sapiyev and local athletes at the physical culture and health complex in the village of G. Mustafin.A similar complex was also opened in Karakuduk last year, and multifunctional hockey courts were installed in the villages of Umitker and Ushtobe. Mini-football fields appeared in Tortkol and Kushoky, and a gym was renovated in the village of Tsentralny.For four years, 31 projects aimed at developing sports infrastructure have been implemented in the district. Multifunctional hockey courts will be installed in six settlements, basketball and volleyball courts in five, and mini-football fields in four. A 25-meter swimming pool and a 250-seat hippodrome will be built in the district center.As noted by Yerlan Kusai, the lack of indoor sports facilities remains a problematic issue.- To solve this problem, the construction of sports complexes is planned in the villages of Baimyrza and Doskey. In 2026, the construction of a 100-seat physical education and health complex in Kushoky will continue under the “Aul – El besigi” program. It is also planned to reconstruct the central stadium in Botakara, - the district akim reported.Residents with special needs will not be left without attention. This year, 30 people will be able to engage in bocce and athletics within the framework of the state social order.In settlements that currently lack sports infrastructure, yard clubs organized on the basis of the “Arlan” district sports club will be an alternative to regular sports. New clubs will be opened in the villages of Karakuduk, Doskei, Kushoky, Tsentralny, Samarkan, Petrovka, Kokpekty, Kyzylzhar and Baimyrza.During the meeting, Serik Sapiyev noted the pace of development of sports infrastructure and presented a letter of gratitude to the district akim Yerlan Kusayin. Multiple winners of regional and republican hand-to-hand combat competitions - the world champion among youth in army hand-to-hand combat, Zhasulan Nurbolat from the village of Kyzylkayin and Ualikhan Makulbayev from the village of Ushtobe; multiple winner of regional and republican competitions in judo and sambo, silver medalist of the 2024 World Youth Championship in combat sambo Tanirbergen Tergeubekov; Ernat Bolyskhan from Sheshenkara village, a multiple winner of regional, republican and international competitions in Kazakh wrestling, a bronze medalist of the 2024 Asian Championship, received engraved medals and certificates worth 500 thousand tenge.In addition, the Arlan sports club was awarded a certificate worth one million tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935233

In Karaganda, the famous pianist, Honored Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gulnar Kurambaeva will perform with the Academic Symphony Orchestra named after Erkegali Rakhmadiev. Music lovers are invited to the "Shalkyma" concert hall on February 14 at 18:30.The conductor is maestro Aidar Torybayev.The program includes Concerto No. 23 for piano and orchestra and Symphony No. 40 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.The concert will be held as part of the "Music for All" project. Admission is free.Gulnar Kurambaeva, a cultural figure and associate professor at the Kurmangazy Kazakh National Conservatory, is our compatriot who began her musical career in Karaganda. After graduating from the Karaganda Music College named after Tattimbet, she continued her studies at the Almaty State Conservatory named after Kurmangazy. The pianist graduated from the school of the famous music teacher Zhaniya Aubakirova. She herself trained a whole group of talented musicians. Today she is actively engaged in concert activities in Kazakhstan and abroad. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935234

About 500 athletes from all over the region gathered in Temirtau for the traditional winter sports competitions "White Winter - 2025" between cities and "Snowy Winter - 2025" between rural areas. People of different ages and professions competed in four sports: Presidential all-around, cross-country skiing, speed skating and ice hockey.Based on the results of all rounds, the teams were awarded places. Among the cities of the region, the Karaganda team received the most points. Athletes from Temirtau came in second place. Shakhtinsk won a bronze medal.Murat Dauletpay, a resident of Saran, set a personal record. He finished first in the ski race.At the “Snowy Winter – 2025” sports festival, the participants of the Abay district performed well. The second place went to the team of the Nura district. In third place were the athletes of Osakarov.In hockey, the team of the Nura district showed good results. It became the best in this sport.- In recent years, two indoor hockey rinks have been built in our district. One of them is in the village of Shakhterskoye, the other in the village of Nura. They will allow us to develop winter sports. The only thing that is missing today is a children's hockey coach to open a children's section. But we are negotiating with a young specialist, who is ready to come to us under the “With a diploma – to the village!” program. We hope that the coach will come to us. By attracting specialists, we can encourage our athletes to stay in the village, rather than moving to cities just for sports, - believes Igor Pronin, head of the Nura district Youth Sports Committee.The "White Winter - 2025" and "Snowy Winter - 2025" sports competitions are held annually and are one of the most important winter sports events in the Karaganda region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935309

In Karaganda, scientists and industry representatives are solving urgent problems of copper production and enrichment. A hackathon - a scientific and technological session is being held on the basis of the A. Saginov Technical University. The main focus is on the prospects for underground and surface copper leaching, commercialization of scientific developments and their introduction into production.More than 150 scientists, engineers and industry representatives gathered at a hackathon organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education with the support of the Kazakhmys Corporation. A new format for the interaction of science and industry will be developed there.- To continue producing copper in the same volume as today, we need new technologies and methods, and this requires close cooperation between science and industry, - noted Saken Shayakhmetov, Director of Sustainable Development of the Kazakhmys Corporation.The owners of the hackathon, scientists from Karaganda Technical University, presented an environmentally friendly leaching method.- We offer a microwave leaching method as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional methods using sulfuric acid. The microwave reactor allows to reduce the harmful impact on the environment, as well as to increase the economic efficiency of the project, - said the head of the department of chemistry and chemical technology Altynaray Takibaeva.At the previous hackathon, the technical university was successful with a project on gold extraction from copper ores.The Satbayev University team presented eight projects on leaching each type of ore, tested both in laboratory conditions and at an existing landfill.Akim of Karaganda region Yermaganbet Bolekpayev noted that promising projects will be supported by subsidizing interest rates.The model of financing science in Kazakhstan is changing. Now research is focused on the specific needs of industry, and financing is tied to production tasks.- Scientists, together with enterprises, identify specific problems of specific production and look for ways to solve them, - noted the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek, and also spoke about the opening of branches of leading foreign universities in Karaganda. – Thus, a branch of the leading mining school in the UK will soon be launched on the basis of the technical university. The university operates under the auspices of the University of Exeter. Preliminary negotiations have been held in London. It is also planned to open a branch of the MISIS National Research Technological University (Moscow Institute of Steel and Alloys) on the basis of the industrial university. And a branch of the Kazan State Medical University will be opened on the basis of the medical university. This will be a significant contribution to increasing the intellectual, research and academic potential of the region.According to the results of the hackathon, the best developments will be identified that will receive support for further implementation at leading industrial enterprises of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935367

This year, the Temirtau public transport fleet will be replenished with 60 new Yutong buses. They will be purchased from the Saran manufacturer QazTechna through the Industrial Development Fund.The ECOBUS QK carrier has already produced 20 new buses for socially important city routes. Currently, electronic system equipment is being installed on six of them.All new buses are equipped with ramps, which will ensure unhindered access to the cabin for passengers with limited mobility.The modernization of the bus fleet will improve the quality of transport services for city residents. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935425

Last year, 1,318 disabled people were employed in the Karaganda region. Assistance was also provided to those wishing to open their own business: 63 grants were awarded, including to parents of children with special needs. This year, it is planned to move forward, using all state support measures and regional programs.Increasing the quota for enterprises to employ people with disabilities, opening new special jobs, continuing training in popular specialties - these are the tasks set by the head of the region, Yermaganbet Bulekpayev.The work done and future plans were discussed at the meeting.Asem Zhunuspekova, Deputy Head of the Department for Coordination of Employment and Social Programs, spoke about all possible ways to employ people with disabilities. She gave specific examples of what jobs applicants have found in the regional career centers under the "Silver Youth" and "First Job" programs.A 62-year-old resident of the Karagayly village of the Osakarov district was placed on a farm as an engineer-mechanic. A resident of the Zhanakurylys village of the Nura district got a job as a welder. In Saran, enterprises need workers: one of the applicants is currently working as a car mechanic, the other as a metal structure installer.Neither disability group nor age was an obstacle to hiring. Let us remind you that under a number of projects, the state reimburses the employer for part of the employee's salary.Last year, 13 special jobs were created for people with disabilities. Entrepreneurs hired people with hearing impairments and poor eyesight. And the state provided subsidies for the arrangement of workplaces and salaries.A special project is underway in the region to train people with disabilities and their caregivers in IT specialties. 110 people are taking free courses. Some of them have job prospects: they are currently practicing in software development companies.In addition, new specialties can be taught free of charge in short-term courses under the Jumys Tap social project, and the basics of entrepreneurship - under the Bastau Business project.This year, the Altyn Jas project was launched in the region to employ pensioners. It can also be used by people with disabilities.A job fair is held regularly, where those who are interested are offered decent work. Ten Qogam centers have been opened, one of the directions of which is the employment of people with disabilities.- The issue of employment of people with disabilities is one of the priorities of social policy in our region. It is necessary to use all opportunities and help those who are interested in working, - noted Ermaganbet Bolekpayev.More than 55 thousand disabled people live in the Karaganda region, about half of whom are people of working age. About 11 thousand people work. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935429

Karaganda resident Vladislav Kireev became the biathlon champion at the Asian Games in Harbin, China. The athlete is coached by Rais Khairutdinov.The men's biathlon team of Kazakhstan won two medals in the 10 km sprint race. The silver medal went to Vadim Kurales, who competed as a main member of the national team for the first time this season.Gu Can from China won third place.Kazakhstan's Asset Duysenov and Alexander Mukhin took sixth and seventh places.According to the Karaganda regional department of physical culture and sportsPhoto: Nurgali ZhumagaziSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935503

The Ministry of Agriculture, together with regional akimats, is actively preparing for the upcoming sowing campaign. This year, in accordance with the Roadmap to double the gross agricultural output, the diversification of arable land will continue. This was announced by Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov at a government meeting."Agricultural crops will be planted on 23.8 million hectares, which is 518 thousand hectares more than last year. The diversification program covers about 1 million hectares, including an increase in the area of ​​​​highly profitable crops by 750 thousand hectares. In particular, oilseed crops will be increased by 365 thousand hectares, fodder crops by 184 thousand hectares, barley by 114 thousand hectares, buckwheat by 41.5 thousand hectares, and potatoes by 15 thousand hectares,” the minister said.In order to ensure a stable fodder base, it is planned to increase the area of ​​fodder crops to 3.4 million hectares. The volume of oilseed crops will be increased to 3.3 million hectares. The planned areas will allow to fully meet the needs of the domestic market. Signboards with QR codes have been installed at large enterprises of Saran, using which you can sign up for a personal reception with the city akim Daryn Bulkayr. Also, areas with computers and webcams will be equipped so that workers can contact the city head online.– All this was done at the initiative of the akim and is an assignment under his personal control. The project is ready for launch, - says Duman Alimzhanov, press secretary of the Saran akimat.Currently, signs with QR codes have been installed in the premises of 20 large enterprises in Saran. Among them are the QazTechna bus plant and the Silk Road Electronics household appliance manufacturer. By scanning the codes, you can sign up for offline and online meetings with the city akim.You can talk face-to-face with the city akim according to the established schedule - twice a month, every Friday. Online meetings are more convenient for resolving more urgent issues. The schedule of such meetings is flexible: they are scheduled when the akim has free time.Saran is the only city in the Karaganda region that has launched such a system of signing up for personal meetings with the akim. Such initiatives are aimed at simplifying the process of citizens' interaction with the administration, which in turn helps to resolve issues quickly and effectively. A metropolitan policeman was awarded the medal "For Military Valor" for saving a life, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.Senior inspector of the Patrol Police Regiment of the Astana City Police Department Dulat Idrisov was awarded the Presidential medal "For Military Valor" for saving a life.The policeman shared his thoughts on how the incident happened. According to him, he had to act quickly because there was no time to wait for the rescue services.“We received a call that a person had a heart attack and could not open the door on his own. Since we were nearby, we immediately sought help. Our plan to reach the scene and open the door on our own did not work out. And although we tried to call the rescue services and an ambulance, we were pressed for time. "That's why we had to get in through a window on the second floor."There are various situations in our service. That's why we, police officers, are always ready to maintain order and serve for the good of the people. We don't consider this a feat. This is our job," says the police captain.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/935566

Today, February 11, for the first time, new, modern and comfortable buses began operating on the Aktau-Zhanaozen-Aktau route and connecting the villages of the Mangystau region with the district center - the village of Shetpe. The first flight departed from Aktau at 09:00 in the morning.The head of the region specially attended the opening ceremony of the new routes and handed over the keys to 20 buses. According to the akim of the region, currently the bus fleet in the Mangystau region has been updated by 90%, and in the city of Aktau by 100%.- Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focuses on improving the well-being of the population. One of them is the issue of public transport. This program began in the Mangystau region in 2020 and is already bearing fruit today. Residents of the region can travel to the city of Zhanaozen and on intra-district routes on spacious and comfortable tourist buses. Buses with affordable fares and high quality of service were created for the benefit of the people. In the future, this work will continue, - said Nurdaulet Kilybay.On the route "Aktau-Zhanaozen-Aktau" "Yutong" brand, 51-seater, large-class buses are provided with all the necessary conditions for passengers. The buses are equipped with a sanitary facility (toilet), ventilation and a TV for passengers to spend a comfortable time on the road.Starting from February 12, 6 buses will depart daily at 07:00 from the city of Aktau - from the parking lot near the "Sary Bazaar" in the 31st microdistrict, and from the city of Zhanaozen - from the "Ozen" trading house on the territory of the "Zhibek Zholy" market. The fare for adults is 750 tenge, for children aged 7-18 years old - 375 tenge.And for passenger transportation connecting the village of Shetpe, the center of the Mangystau region, with the villages, comfortable 24-seater buses of the "Yutong" brand have been allocated.Now residents can travel within the village of Shetpe and on the routes Shetpe-Kyzan-Akshmyrau, Shetpe-Tushchykuduk-Shebir, Shetpe-Ondy, Shetpe-Ushtagan, Shetpe-Shair, Shetpe-Zharmysh, Shetpe-Sayotes, Shetpe-Tushchybek-Zhyngyldy. A total of 14 buses will serve passengers.It should be noted that the new buses were purchased with the financial support of the Industrial Development Fund JSC.Press service of the Akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/935521

The issue of developing the creative industry in the region was considered at a meeting of the regional administration chaired by Askhat Shakharov.The regional head noted the importance of creating favorable conditions for young people to develop their own creative path. He noted the need to develop modern areas where they can earn money by creating new products and providing services in design, fashion, music, architecture and other areas. Askhat Shakharov also noted the importance of supporting creative people through state investments in education, culture and startups.According to Altynai Yunisova, head of the Department of Culture, Archives and Documentation, the region is actively developing the creative industry. In 2023, a creative center was opened on the basis of the S. Zhienbayev Library, which has a community space, IT cabinets, recording studios and a photo zone. This will allow young people to develop their talents for free and implement projects. At the request of young people, the Makerspace center was created in the S.Baishev Regional Universal Scientific Library, where teenagers can master robotics and technology.In addition, the head of the department noted that it is currently impossible to monetize creative services in accordance with the legislation, which limits the opportunities for further development of this area. This issue was considered in the Atameken Regional Economic and Technological Enterprise with the participation of regional entrepreneurs, and work is currently underway to find possible ways to solve this problem."It is necessary to create platforms for introducing creative ideas in each district. Projects should yield results, and it is important for young people to present them independently. Successful Aktobe singers, bloggers, artists, and journalists can be involved in developing projects and sharing their ideas. Creative industry projects are in demand and should be aimed at the development of the region," the akim added.It should be noted that, on the instructions of the regional head, it is planned to build a creative center for youth in Aktobe, aimed at developing and supporting the creative potential of local residents. The center is expected to feature a variety of spaces for creative projects, including content creation studios, creative offices, and brainstorming areas. The project also includes plans to build a regional planetarium in another wing of the building. The issue of financing the project through private funds from sponsors is currently being resolved.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/935301

Thanks to state measures to promote employment in Zhambyl region, the number of jobs is increasing due to the development of entrepreneurship and training programs, and the provision of state grants.In 2024, 42.4 billion tenge was allocated for the development of the social sphere, which is 1.2 times more than in 2023.The task of fulfilling the task of the Head of State to create 100 jobs for 10 thousand residents was exceeded. More than 13.1 thousand jobs were created due to support for new entrepreneurial initiatives (the plan is 11 thousand).The regional employment map allows you to plan the employment of citizens and identify the needs of the labor market. Within the framework of this map, more than 70.1 thousand jobs were created, including 51.3 thousand permanent jobs.According to the results of the year, the plan for covering the population with active employment measures was also exceeded.In 2024, 62.7 thousand Zhambyl residents (plan - 55.6 thousand) were covered by employment promotion measures. In particular, they were placed in permanent and subsidized jobs and received non-refundable grants.As a result of the measures taken, the number of recipients of targeted social assistance in 2024 decreased by 10.8 thousand people compared to 2023.In 2025, 65.6 thousand jobs are expected to be created in the region, including 48.2 thousand permanent jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl/press/news/details/935216

A multidisciplinary hospital with a Shymkent city oncology center held an Open Day dedicated to World Cancer Day. Doctors received and consulted 96 patients.During the examinations, 4 patients were suspected of having cancer. Benign tumors were detected in 29 patients, and other types of diseases in 37 residents. 21 patients were referred for ultrasound, 8 for computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. 15 patients underwent mammography and X-ray examinations.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/934494

Dear residents of Shymkent!On the occasion of the “Year of Working Professions”, a job fair “Working Man - Wealth of the Country” will be held.The event will be held on February 11 at 11:00 at the “Korme” center at 12 Nazarbayev Avenue.Large enterprises and state institutions in the city will offer vacancies in various fields at the fair.The event is a great opportunity for citizens to find work and for employers to select qualified specialists will give.We invite you all to participate in the fair!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/934497

Today, there are 19 markets in the city, 7 of which are included in the Roadmap for modernization. Last year, the modernization of the “Alash”, “Samal”, and “Zhana Shahar” markets was fully completed. Meanwhile, work in this direction is being carried out in stages at the “Avto Nur”, “Ortalyk Kyrgy”, “Nazym Apa”, and “Zhabyk” markets.The construction of 3 buildings has been completed at the “Avto Nur” market. The vacant space will be converted into a parking lot. The renovation work will be completed in December 2025.The modernization of the “Ortalyk Kyrgy” market will consist of 3 stages. The knitwear pavilion will be renovated in March, and the clothing sales rows in December.The facade of the “Nazym Apa” market will be renovated and the clothing sales rows will be renovated in April-December 2025.“Zhabyk” market will be completely renovated in May-November 2025.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/934894

The mixed team competition in freestyle acrobatics was held at the 9th Winter Asian Games, and the Kazakh national team showed high results. The team, consisting of athletes from Shymkent, performed successfully and brought the country a silver medal.The team's members Ayana Zholdas, Asylkhan Asan, and Sherzod Khashirbayev scored a total of 235.39 points.The team includes experienced athletes who have previously distinguished themselves in major competitions. In particular, the bronze medalist of the Winter Asian Games A. Zholdas, Sh. Khashirbayev and A. Asylkhan, who are known for their skills, defended the honor of the country with honor in this competition.This victory is the result of the hard work of Shymkent athletes, the coordinated work of coaches and the federation. It is also an important result that demonstrates the rapid development of winter sports in Kazakhstan.It should be noted that freestyle acrobatics has been developing at a special pace in our country in recent years. Our athletes have proven themselves on the international stage and are winning prizes at world-class competitions.Chinese teamKazakhstan teamJapanese teamSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/934899

On February 7, the Governor of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybay met with the Secretary General of the International Turkic Culture Organization (TURKSOY) Sultan Raev. The meeting discussed the organization and holding of the event "Aktau - the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World".The large-scale cultural project will be solemnly opened in April and will continue until mid-November. During this period, special thematic directions will be set for each month, and about 30 major cultural events will be organized.A special ethno-town will be built as part of the opening ceremony, which will be attended by more than 500 artists, and seven villages will serve there, presenting the culture and traditions of the Turkic peoples. Guests will be able to get acquainted with the rich history, national traditions, crafts and life of the Mangystau region.During the meeting, the Secretary General of the TURKSOY organization Sultan Raev emphasized the uniqueness of Aktau among the cultural capitals.- This year's cultural capital was awarded to the unique city of Aktau on the coast of Kazakhstan. Aktau is unique among the previous cultural capitals with its location on the shores of the Caspian Sea, its historical heritage and modern appearance. Therefore, we believe that art lovers and tourists will come to Aktau not only during this event, but also after it, - said Sultan Raev.In turn, the regional akim Nurdaulet Kilybay emphasized the importance of the large-scale event and noted that it should be held at a high level.- This is an important project aimed at increasing the spiritual ties of the Turkic peoples. The fact that Aktau is the cultural capital of the Turkic world is not only a great honor for us, but also a great responsibility. Our main task is to widely introduce our national culture and traditions to visitors to our region, and to promote the common values ​​of the Turkic world. We must use this opportunity to demonstrate the cultural potential of our region at the global level, - said Nurdaulet Kilybay.It should be noted that in order to pass on the brotherly ties and friendship between Turkic-speaking nations, Turkic culture and art from generation to generation and make it known to the world, theater, cinema, opera, dance, traditional art and many other competitions and festivals, poets' aitys, a symposium of artists of the Turkic world, a festival of craftsmen, historical and scientific conferences, meetings with poets and writers, gatherings dedicated to the life and works of great scholars of the Turkic world, and other meaningful and educational events will be organized with the participation of artists of Turkic-speaking countries.Press service of the akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/934516

A meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Welfare Fund "Samruk-Kazyna" JSC was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Taking into account the tasks set by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the expanded meeting of the Government, the results of the Fund's work in 2024 and issues of its further development were considered.Chairman of the Board of the National Welfare Fund "Samruk-Kazyna" JSC Nurlan Zhakupov reported on the implementation of investment projects.In order to ensure uninterrupted power supply, the power unit No. 1 of the Ekibastuz GRES-1 was shut down and its capacity was increased to 4,000 MW. As part of environmental improvement work, a project to create gas infrastructure for Almaty CHP-2 and CHP-3 was implemented. A fifth recirculation compressor was introduced to increase the efficiency of the Karachaganak field. In the transport and logistics direction, a cargo terminal was built in Xi'an, which allowed to reduce the delivery time of goods and increase the attractiveness of Kazakhstani routes. In addition, more than 250 kilometers of gas pipelines and 500 kilometers of railway lines were laid, and train traffic was launched on 132 kilometers of the second "Dostyk - Moyinty" road. Also, during the reporting period, unique projects for Kazakhstan were launched: a hydraulic pump station and the first digital substation in Astana.The general list currently includes 46 investment projects worth 33.3 trillion tenge in the oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, transport and logistics and other industries.This year, thanks to the commissioning of the "Taldykorgan - Usharal" main gas pipeline, it is planned to complete the work on providing gas to 66 settlements in the Zhetysu region. It is planned to solve the problem of water shortage in the city of Zhanaozen and Mangistau region by launching a seawater desalination plant with a capacity of 50 thousand m3 per day in Kendirli. Increasing the capacity of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TCTR) and the section of the Dostyk-Moyinty railway line will give a significant impetus to the development of transit. To meet the needs of the domestic market, diesel fuel hydrotreating will be installed at the PMC and bitumen production will be expanded at CASPI BITUM. Particular attention was paid to the construction of the second section of the Beineu-Bozoi-Shymkent main gas pipeline, which will increase the capacity to 15 billion m3 per year, and joint investment instruments were discussed.The estimated share of local content in projects varies depending on the sector. For example, for projects in the transport and logistics sector, this figure is 85%, for energy projects - 60%, for other projects - 80%.Additional measures are also envisaged to support domestic producers in 2024. Thanks to this, contracts with the State Oil Company for 1.1 trillion tenge were concluded, and the growth was 76% compared to 2023. Offtake contracts for 191 billion tenge were signed, which is 10 times more than in 2023. In addition, the Fund's procurement system was recognized for the first time as meeting the best standards of the EBRD, ADB and OECD.The Prime Minister emphasized the need to strengthen work on attracting private investment to implement important projects for our country."The Head of State noted that the priority area of ​​our work should be the development of large infrastructure and industrial projects, transport and logistics, as well as digitalization and artificial intelligence. The government monitors the implementation of important projects for our country. It is necessary to actively attract joint investors, gradually reducing the state's share in the economy," Olzhas Bektenov noted.The Prime Minister also drew attention to the need to optimize processes and strictly monitor compliance with project implementation deadlines in order to prevent delays and unjustified price increases.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/935147

The awareness week dedicated to the International Childhood Cancer Day begins today in Kazakhstan and will last until February 17, 2025.As part of the campaign, a large-scale information campaign will be organized throughout the country aimed at increasing awareness about the problem of childhood cancer, supporting families of patients, and developing community solidarity.With the support of akimats and the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, special videos will be shown on the central streets of cities, on LED screens, media boards, and in medical institutions, drawing attention to the importance of early diagnosis, modern methods of treatment, and the need for social support for children fighting this disease.The goal of the campaign is to draw public attention to the problems facing young patients and their families, as well as to remind them that timely assistance and awareness can save the lives of many children.“We believe that awareness is the first step to change. "This week is not only a reminder of the importance of fighting childhood cancer, but also an opportunity to unite the efforts of society, doctors and government agencies to help children who need our support," the organizers of the campaign noted.International Childhood Cancer Day, celebrated on February 15, has become a symbol of hope and unity.Kazakhstan makes a significant contribution to this global initiative, helping to raise awareness and unite people around an important cause.The organizers of the campaign, the Help Today Foundation, the Scientific Center for Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery JSC, and the Kazakhstan Pediatricians' Union Public Association, call on all Kazakhstanis to support this initiative and show solidarity with children and their families. Together we can give them a chance for a healthy future!Media contact: + 77017272477 Elmira Aliyeva “Help Today” Foundation#StayInformedWeek #Balakai #February15 #KazakhstanagainstLightSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/935034

Last year, 7,695 young people under the age of 35 were employed with the support of employment agencies in Zhetysu region. Among them are young people who completed short-term vocational training, got a job, received grants and started their own businesses, - the press service of the akim of Zhetysu region reports.According to the regional Department of Coordination of Employment and Social Programs, last year, 1,322 people from among young people were employed in public works, 1,150 graduates in youth internships, 125 people in social jobs, 575 people under the "First Job", and 31 people under the "Generations Contract". In addition, there are both those who received grants and those who were trained in the basics of entrepreneurship under the "Bastau Business" project.For example, one of the 318 young people in the region who were sent for short-term vocational training is Aigerim Torebayeva from Taldykorgan. After the maternity leave, Aigerim put aside her journalism diploma and wanted to try herself in another field. So, she received a referral for short-term vocational training through the Career Center of Taldykorgan and mastered the intricacies of eyelash growth at the Tashenova Educational Center. After the three-month course, she was hired by the mentioned small business entity. - I am a mother of many children. Since my children were young, I stayed at home for a while to take care of them. Then I turned to the world of beauty and applied to the employment agency to learn a new profession. Thanks to this, in August of last year, I passed a training course and received my certificate. Highly qualified specialists taught me in detail the business of eyelash growth. In a short time in the beauty salon, I was able to show that I am a good specialist, and now I have my own regular customers. A person can learn a new profession at any time, it is never too late. I was convinced of this. It is gratifying that there are state programs that open up such opportunities, - says Aigerim Torebayeva, a mother of many children.According to the regional department of social development, last year more than 3 thousand young people were involved in meetings and explanatory work held in the region to inform about state programs and projects for youth. In this regard, there are many young people who participated in various grants and tried to open their own businesses. For example, Aiym Sailaubekova, who received higher education in psychology and speech therapy, heard about grants for young people while looking for a job in her specialty.- One day, I saw information on social networks about grants being awarded to young people on a competitive basis. I thought I would submit a project that would benefit the people for this competition and try my hand. So, I submitted a project to open a correctional center for children with special needs and won a grant of 3 million tenge. I immediately opened such a center in the city of Taldykorgan. I bought all the equipment needed for the center with the grant money. Currently, the center provides adapted physical education, sensory integration, logomassage services, and classes are conducted by speech therapists, defectologists, psychologists, and neuropsychologists. Currently, 12 people work in the center, - says the head of the "Sana" center, Ayim Sailaubekova.In total, last year, 10 grants were awarded under the "Independence Generations" grant for 3 million tenge each to support youth initiatives. Grants were presented in the areas of "Science", "Culture", "Information Technologies", "Business", and "Media" and helped young people start their own businesses.At the same time, special attention is paid to finding their place in life in the region, especially for young people in the NEET category. According to the data of the regional department of social development, last year, 635 people worked in the "Zhasyl el" labor camps aimed at providing seasonal employment to young people. Within the framework of the project, campaigns such as “Eco-landing”, “Cleanliness Spy”, “Long live young poplar”, “Green garden – clean city” were organized and cleaning measures were carried out in all districts and cities.In addition, 83 “Job Fairs” were organized, and 4,081 people were permanently employed.In addition, mentors for moral and legal work in regional schools are helping high school students choose a profession and take the right steps in their future adult life. This also has a positive impact on youth policy. It should be noted that today 126 people are working within the mentoring project in the region. They work in 9 areas: the rights and responsibilities of children and adolescents, prevention of drug addiction and gambling, suicide, bullying and cyberbullying, violence, formation of sexual integrity, healthy lifestyle, choice of profession and professional orientation, creative thinking, financial literacy.Let us recall that in total, last year, 35,643 jobs were created in the Zhetysu region, of which 22,719 were permanent jobs. 27,794 people were covered by active measures to promote employment, 23,286 people were employed, of which 13,261 were placed in permanent jobs.Press service of the akim of the Zhetysu region. Photos were taken from the archive of the akim of the region's press service and were provided by the newspaper "Vestnik Zhetysu" and the children's center "Sana". Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/934869

The working meeting chaired by the akim of the North Kazakhstan region, Gauez Nurmukhambetov, discussed the issue of preparing for the flood season. The meeting heard reports from the heads of the Emergency Situations Department, Kazhydromet, and district akims in a selector mode."Floods are a very important issue for the region. It is necessary to prevent a repeat of last year's situation. Preparatory work is ongoing: repair and engineering work has not stopped for a single day, and even continued in winter," the akim of the region said. The engineering work plan includes 109 activities, including the following: ✅ 8 protective dams were strengthened✅ 80 km of dams and embankments were built and strengthened in the region✅ 108 water pipes and tubing were installed on highways✅ 10 km of drainage ditches and canals were deepened✅ 4 km of small river channels were cleaned✅ 214 km of storm sewer system were cleaned and repaired✅ The reconstruction of the first lifting pumping station is nearing completion Taking into account the specifics of last year's flood, additional measures are being implemented: 🔹 Construction of a bypass canal has begun near the Petropavlovsk waterworks. This will prevent the water level in the Yesil River from rising. In order to monitor floods at an early stage and prevent flooding of small areas of the regional center, preliminary discharge of excess water is planned. 🔹 Work is underway to deepen the bottom of river channels and clean the banks near the villages of Sokolovka and Bolshaya Malyshka. 🔹 Preventive blasting is being carried out. Blasting works will be carried out at 49 sites of the Yesil River and small rivers in Petropavlovsk and 8 districts to prevent ice jams and ensure the unhindered flow of meltwater."Now is a responsible period for the entire region. State bodies have switched to an enhanced work mode. Preparatory work must be carried out carefully, especially the preliminary preparation of inert materials, bags and special equipment is important. It is also necessary to take into account the opinions and suggestions of local residents," the head of the region noted.In the near future, consultations will be held in the districts, and the main tasks and priority works will be clarified.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/934416