"The childish conscience in a person is like a bud in a grain: without a bud, grain does not grow. No matter what awaits us in the world, while people are born and die, truth remains forever..." - an excerpt from the famous story "The White Ship" by the writer Chingiz Aitmatov. It was for performing an excerpt from this work that Bogdan Bagirov, a tenth-grader of Karaganda school-gymnasium No. 95, received the Grand Prix in the III city Aitmatov textbooks.Bogdan loves literature and actively participates in various circles. He is engaged in a theater studio and says that classes there helped him win intellectual competitions.- This competition gave me a lot of positive emotions. Everything was held in a friendly atmosphere, at a very high level, - says the winner. - Thanks to the excerpts read by other participants, I was able to feel the meaning of Aitmatov's works.Aitmatov's readings took place at the Al-Farabi school-gymnasium. The competition was attended by 24 tenth-graders from city schools, united by a love for Chingiz Aitmatov's work. The participants of the competition were evaluated according to several criteria: reading skills, conveying the mood of the text, originality of the approach and overall impression. In addition, all participants passed a test on Aitmatov's works. The winner was determined by the sum of the points.To participate in the competition, Bogdan Bagirov, together with his Russian language and literature teacher Irina Nazirova, selected an excerpt from the story "The White Ship".- I like Chingiz Aitmatov's works, they have a deep meaning, - says the teacher. - In them, the author shows the fate of children as if he had experienced them from the inside. The wisdom and beauty of Aitmatov's works teach important life values ​​- kindness, love and mutual understanding.The jury appreciated the emotionality and depth of Bogdan's interpretation of the text in his speech.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/924333

The government is taking measures to support technical specialists within the framework of the Year of Working Professions, initiated by the Head of State.On the instructions of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the Family Bank announced the launch of the new program "Nauryz Worker", and the issue of providing housing for working specialists has been resolved.The program covers employees of the industry, energy, transport, agriculture and water resources sectors.This year, it is planned to provide 2,440 loans worth 72 billion tenge to representatives of working professions within the framework of the "Nauryz Worker" program.The start of accepting applications is scheduled for March 17, 2025. "Nauryz Worker" will be part of the already well-known "Nauryz" housing program. According to the program, loans are provided at an interest rate of 7% for socially vulnerable categories of citizens (from 7.1% to 9.6% of the housing cost) and 9% for all other categories (from 9.4% to 13%). The initial payment starts from 10% for the purchase of primary housing in a clean finish, and from 20% for the purchase of primary housing in an unfinished state and housing on the secondary market. The maximum loan amount is 30 million tenge for the regions, and 36 million tenge for the cities of Astana and Almaty.Also, in conjunction with the "Nauryz Worker" program, Otsya Bank will work with domestic enterprises within the framework of the "corporate" product, which means that enterprises will allocate funds for lending to their employees."Our President declared 2025 the Year of Working Professions. Miners, metallurgists, masons, electricians, and foundries perform hard work. These and many other professions provide us with our basic needs. Caring for such specialists is tantamount to caring for the well-being of the entire society. Many of them work in difficult conditions. Therefore, solving their housing problems will help compensate for difficult working conditions,” said Lyazzat Ibragimova, Chairman of the Board of Otbasy Bank JSC.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/923884

Fishery is developing rapidly in the Tolebi district. Today, the number of entrepreneurs engaged in this business in the district has reached 16. For example, last year, 4 entrepreneurs opened fish farms with their own funds and rounded up their businesses. One of them is “Sarsenov Saken” LLP. In the Kielitas rural district, a fish pond was built on 0.14 hectares of land, where 1,500 carp, 500 grass carp and 5,000 crucian carp are being raised. In addition to the fishery, the entrepreneur has completed the construction of a recreation area and offered it for use.In addition, a special pond was built on 0.20 hectares of land owned by individual entrepreneur Ismail Abdullaev, where 4,000 carp and 6,000 carp are being raised.Entrepreneurs from the mountainous region have also taken up the cultivation of cold-water trout. Individual entrepreneurs Zhumagali Kiyakov and Olzhas Sultankulov are raising 3,000 and 10,000 trout on their lands in the Karatobe rural district.Belonging to the red fish family, it is highly valued and in high demand in the market. Entrepreneurs raise trout fry and feed them with special feed. The farm managers say that although this is their first time dealing with trout, they have not yet encountered any serious problems in raising small fry.In addition, Shymkentbalyk LLP plans to build a fish pond on a 2-hectare plot in the Pervus Mayyr rural district, where they plan to raise trout and produce 300 tons of products per year.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/923888

On January 24, a regular meeting of the Anti-Terrorism Commission under the Turkestan Region Akimat was held. The meeting was attended by members of the regional anti-terrorism commission and heads of competent bodies, heads of relevant departments, and district and city akims. The important meeting was chaired and conducted by the akim of the Turkestan Region Nuralkhan Kusherov.In accordance with the established work plan of the commission, the agenda included reports on the “Implementation of the Roadmap for the Prevention of Religious Extremism and Terrorism in the Field of Physical Culture and Sports for 2024-2026”, “On the Status of Terrorist-Vulnerable Facilities and Current Issues, Recommendations for Their Elimination”, “Issues Related to Information and Propaganda Work and Ways to Resolve Them in Order to Ensure Religious Stability, Form the Population’s Immunity Against Religious Extremism and Terrorism” and discussed issues. At the same time, issues on the executive order in the field of the TCC’s activities in 2024 were considered, reports and criticisms were heard. Tasks were given to the heads of the sector and district and city akims.The head of the region, Nuralkhan Kusherov, emphasized the importance of the issue and said that the suggestions and opinions would be taken into account. He gave specific tasks to those responsible.It should be noted that earlier this year, 3 meetings of the Anti-Terrorism Commission under the akimat of the Turkestan region and 22 meetings of the working group under the regional anti-terrorist committee were held under the chairmanship of the akim of the region.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924032

As part of the implementation of the concept of the President of the country Kassym-Jomart Tokayev "A state that listens to the voice of the people", regular personal receptions with residents are being held in the region. According to the schedule, today, the first deputy akim of the region Zulpykhar Zholdasov personally received citizens in the areas under his leadership.Residents of the cities of Turkestan, Kentau and Sauran, Baidibek, Keles districts came to the reception. The majority of residents raised the issue of housing and asked for assistance.— The housing queue is carried out in accordance with the law. This means that no one can receive an apartment outside their turn or apply for someone else's place. In accordance with the requirements of the law, each citizen has the opportunity to wait for their turn and receive an apartment on a fair basis. There is also an opportunity for needy families to apply to the "Family Bank" to receive 50 percent of the housing rent from the state, - said Zulpykhar Zholdasov.In addition, citizens raised issues related to receiving social assistance, paying off loans, drinking water, and sewage systems.Zulpykhar Sansyzbayuly said that each raised issue will be studied and resolved within the framework of the law. Relevant instructions have been given to responsible persons. All applications are under control.Press service of the akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924293

Akim of Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov at the entrance to the city of Turkestan He met with responsible leaders at the construction site of the 5,000-seat mosque and gave them specific tasks. He instructed them to speed up construction and increase the number of workers. He warned to fully comply with safety measures. The facade of the mosque is being built The tower has been erected, electricity and water supply are being installed, and windows are being installed. At the same time, interior finishing work is underway. More than 30 people and 9 pieces of equipment are deployed at the facility. The magnificent new building that has risen in the city combines the best practices of the world. The interior and exterior decoration of the Islamic Center, which has a unique architecture, is carried out in an oriental style. The new project has been studied in detail. Construction work should be fully completed this year. Best practices in construction in countries around the world taken into account. A special technology has been developed to ensure the strength of the mosque's foundation. The new building, which will be built in the spiritual center of the Turkic world, the holy city of Turkestan, will allow 5 thousand people to bow down and worship at the same time. The construction of the mosque is being carried out in an advanced manner in accordance with modern requirements. The land area of ​​​​the Islamic center in the Eastern style is 7.7 hectares. Press service of the governor of the Turkestan region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924299

Ақмола облысы әкімдігінде облыс әкімінің орынбасары Ернар Жаркешов, Германия Федеративтік Республикасының Қазақстандағы Тұрақты Елшісінің орынбасары Ульрих Кинне және Германияның Германия қоғамы өкілдерінің арасында жұмыс кездесуі өтті. Халықаралық ынтымақтастық (GIZ).Кездесудің басты тақырыбы Қазақстан мен Германия арасындағы ынтымақтастықты одан әрі нығайтудың перспективалары мен мүмкіндіктерін талқылау болды. Тараптар сауда-экономикалық және инвестициялық ынтымақтастық, сондай-ақ жабдықтар мен жинақтаушы бөлшектерді өзара жеткізу мәселелерін талқылады. Білім беру бағдарламаларына ерекше назар аударылды: кәсіптік білімді дамыту, облыс экономикасының негізгі секторлары үшін кадрларды даярлау және басқарудың озық тәжірибелерімен алмасу.Құттықтау сөзінде Ернар Жаркешов жетістіктер мен дамудың негізгі бағыттарына тоқталды. Ақмола облысының тұрақты даму саласындағы халықаралық жобалардың перспективалы серіктесі болып табылатынын атап өтті.GIZ өкілдері қалалардағы төмен көміртекті инфрақұрылым жобалары мен оларды қаржыландыру арасындағы алшақтықты азайтуға бағытталған Felicity 2 жобасын ұсынды. . Пилоттық жоба Көкшетау қаласы, Юбилейный шағын ауданында жүзеге асырылуда.Жоба аясында пәтер иелерімен өзара әрекеттесу шаралары жоспарланған. IWO (Шығыс Еуропадағы тұрғын үй бастамасы) және энергия тиімділігі саласындағы қазақстандық сарапшылармен бірге көппәтерлі тұрғын үйлердің энергия тиімділігін арттыру бойынша шешімдер әзірленетін болады.Кездесу барысында тараптар алдағы уақытта өзара іс-қимылға дайын екендіктерін білдірді. өңірдің тұрақты дамуын қамтамасыз етуге және халықаралық ынтымақтастықты нығайтуға көмектесетін бірлескен бастамаларды жүзеге асыру. Жоспарланған жобалар заманауи технологияларды енгізуге, энергия тиімділігін арттыруға және заманауи экономика талаптарына жауап беретін жоғары білікті кадрларды даярлауға негіз жасайды.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/924141

This year, in the Akmola region, the amount of payments to veterans in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II has increased. Veterans of World War II will receive 5 million tenge each. Currently, there are 5 war veterans living in the region.According to the Department of Employment Coordination and Social Programs, payments are also provided to citizens equated to veterans of the Great Patriotic War. They will receive payments of up to 30 monthly calculation indices (MCIs). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/924311

The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces that on January 21, 2025, the draft law on the paid use of a highway of republican significance on the Taraz bypass is posted on the Internet portal of open regulatory acts. We ask you to participate in the public discussion of this project.More details: https://legalacts.egov.kz/arm/admin/viewcard?id=15407420 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/924421

NotificationOn the draft order of the Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the paid use of the highway (road section) of public use of republican significance "Kostanai-Denisovka"The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan hereby announces that the draft order of the Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the paid use of the highway (road section) of public use of republican significance "Kostanai-Denisovka" is available on the "Open NKA" portal.We ask you to participate in the public discussion of this draft.More details: https://legalacts.egov.kz/arm/admin/viewcard?id=15407394 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/924428

ХабарламаҚазақстан Республикасының Көлік министрлігі 2025 жылғы 21 қаңтарда Қандыағаш-Мақат учаскесіне республикалық маңызы бар автомобиль жолының осы учаскесін ақылы негізде пайдалану туралы бұйрық жобасы қабылданғанын хабарлайды. ашық нормативтік құқықтық актілердің интернет-порталында орналастырылған .Осы жобаны қоғамдық талқылауға қатысуыңызды сұраймыз.Толығырақ: https://legalacts.egov.kz/arm/admin/viewcard ?id=15407361 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/924435

The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces that on January 21, 2025, the Balkhash-Burybaytal section of the highway of republican significance will be placed on the Internet portal of open regulatory acts. We ask you to participate in the public discussion of this project.More details: https://legalacts.egov.kz/arm/admin/viewcard?id=15407330 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/924439

Today's youth is trying to find a balance between innovation and the heritage of their ancestors, combining new technologies and ancient traditions. Aigerim Asylbekova plans to open the "Altyn Mura" embroidery studio with a grant from the akim of the Karaganda region to revive folk creativity.- The idea of ​​opening a studio arose from a love of embroidery, - says Aigerim. - For me, it is not just the process of creating beautiful things, but a way to convey a part of the soul through ornaments, to preserve traditions and introduce modern ideas into them. Embroidery allows you to combine aesthetics, history and individuality, which is especially appreciated today.Aigerim believes that crafts are being revived, and products made with soul and body are becoming more and more valuable. Her studio will be not only a place to create unique products, but also a space for learning and inspiration. It is planned to work in several directions: hand and machine embroidery for clothes, interior decoration, customization of things, as well as conducting master classes for all those who wish.- Through threads and fabrics, you can tell a story and create something truly unique that you will not find in mass markets, - says the girl. - I want the patterns created in our studio not only to decorate a thing, but also to become something personal for each client. These can be patterns for a wedding, as well as decorative elements for the home - pillows, tablecloths or towels.Currently, Aigerim is working on the concept of the studio and studying the organizational processes. In the future, she plans to assemble a team of craftsmen, designers and promotion specialists to implement her ideas and create quality products that will delight people.Aigerim will be helped to realize this dream by a grant received by the regional akim under the project "Generations of Independence". In 2024, 407 young people participated in the competition, and 25 of them became winners.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/923808

The regional akim Yermaganbet Bolekpayev was elected president of the Karaganda Regional Football Association. The head of the region set the tasks of helping to revive the football movement in the region and return FC Shakhtar to the Premier League.Yermagambet Bolekpayev instructed to intensify work on the development of children's and youth football. For this, branches of FC Shakhtar will be opened on the basis of the Temirtau, Balkhash and Saran stadiums. This will allow the football club to train its athletes and select high-potential players for the club's academy.Tournaments will be organized between children's and youth teams, as well as matches timed to important holidays for the region, such as the Days of Miners and Metallurgists. This will also help in the search for young talented football players.Let us recall that in Karaganda it is planned to build a modern stadium in accordance with UEFA standards, a football arena for year-round training. In addition, this year it is planned to modernize the main stadium in the city center and stadiums in a number of cities in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/923880

25 video surveillance cameras were installed this year in the Aksu-Ayuly village of the Shet district. The equipment is located on the main streets of the district center, as well as at the entrances to the settlement and in places where people gather.According to Aksu-Ayuly akim Darkhan Smailov, the installed devices are equipped with modern functions, including the function of accurate recognition of people's faces and cars. The cameras are able to determine whether a vehicle or its owner is wanted by analyzing license plates.All information from the cameras comes to the police department, where employees monitor public order around the clock.To demonstrate the capabilities and working algorithm of the new video surveillance systems, Darkhan Smailov organized a special presentation for the leadership of the local police department and the district prosecutor's office.- The introduction of such systems will allow us to respond quickly to incidents, prevent crime, and create safer conditions for our residents, - says the head of the district center. – In addition, cameras help increase public trust in law enforcement agencies. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/923934

Specialists of the Language Development Department organized an online competition for the knowledge of the Kazakh language within the framework of the TilQazynaKaragandy regional project. Anastasia Abramovich, a student at the Saran Language Development Center and a participant in the “Mamile” conversation club, became the winner.She studied Kazakh at the center for only half a year. During this time, she managed to master the state language at the A2 level.As soon as Anastasia heard about the competition, she decided to participate in it. The participants of the competition had to read the story “Gauhar tas” by Dulat Isabekov in the original and answer 25 questions on its content.- Of course, sometimes I had to read with a dictionary, but I think it only gave positive results. This experience expanded my vocabulary and understanding of the Kazakh language in general. I really liked the story itself. It describes current problems today and teaches us to appreciate what we have, - says Anastasia.The winner was congratulated by the Department of Language Development of the Karaganda region and presented with a diploma and a souvenir.Anastasia herself says that she intends to continue learning the Kazakh language.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/923931

The airport is undergoing renovation in Balkhash. The modernization of the airport infrastructure is expected to provide new opportunities for the development of the city and tourism. According to the plan, passenger traffic should triple from 13 thousand to 40 thousand per year.The project consists of two main stages: the reconstruction of taxiways and aprons, as well as the overhaul of the airport terminal building and the construction of a facility for special vehicle services. Work on the first stage was completed at the end of December last year.The builders laid two layers of concrete pavement, i.e. about 114 thousand square meters, modern lighting and signaling equipment was installed, safety strips, drainage systems and treatment facilities were installed. Since September, the renovation of the airport terminal and the construction of the special vehicle service building have been ongoing. All repair and construction work is scheduled to be completed this year.As explained by the Department of Passenger Transport and Highways, the implementation of the project will allow increasing the airport's throughput from 60 to 80 passengers per hour, creating comfortable conditions for them and ensuring accessibility for citizens with disabilities, as well as bringing the characteristics and parameters of airport facilities in line with the practice recommended by the International Civil Aviation Organization.In addition, the issue of the phased purchase of specialized airport equipment at the expense of budget funds to provide a full range of ground services is being worked out. First of all, it is planned to purchase the necessary special equipment: an airport fire truck, a truck tractor, a fuel tanker and a self-propelled ladder.After all the work is completed, it is planned to expand the geography of flights from Balkhash to the cities of Shymkent, Zhezkazgan and Turkestan. The reconstruction of the airport will make flights more comfortable and affordable.Let us recall that the need for a large-scale modernization of the airport arose a long time ago: it was built in 1967, and the last time the airport was renovated was in 2007.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/924105

Akim of Karaganda region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev continues his meetings at workplaces. This time, he came to the "Kazakhstan" mine with the heads of departments and agencies.  The open dialogue was attended by representatives of trade unions and the management of Qarmet. - As you know, I hold meetings with residents throughout the year, but I noticed that there are few employees of enterprises among the participants. We decided that we should come to labor collectives and discuss issues in an open dialogue, - said Yermaganbet Bulekpayev. - I understand that there are risks in your professions, and our task, the task of your management, is to minimize them. Therefore, we continue to develop measures to improve social protection, safety and working conditions. The head of the State Labor Inspection Department, Medeu Akhmetov, reported on the work done. The head of the Department of Employment Coordination and Social Programs Toleu Mukhtar reported on measures to support and develop workers' professions. The "Kazakhstan" mine mainly employs residents of the Shakhtinsk region, so the discussion mainly focused on the development of this region. Yermaganbet Bolekpayev told what is being done to improve the heat supply of Shakhtinsk. Last year, funding for the repair of the CHP was increased several times. Today, the station is operating stably. To keep houses warm, 4 kilometers of heating networks have been replaced and thermal insulation has begun to be restored. In addition, preparations are underway to gasify the city of Shakhtinsk. The reconstruction of water supply networks continues. Transport infrastructure is also being improved: over the past two years, 30 km of roads between the city and neighboring villages have been repaired. The meeting participants raised the issue of housing. Under the preferential mortgage program launched by the regional akimat together with Otbasy Bank, 116 miners and 113 metallurgists purchased apartments in the cities of Karaganda, Saran, Temirtau, Shakhtinsk, and Abay. 2 billion tenge was allocated from the regional budget for this program. The director of the Otbasy Bank branch, Bauyrzhan Zhuasbayev, spoke about the new housing program "Nauryz Worker" for working professionals. It will start on March 17, 2025. Advantages: down payment - from 10% (housing in the finished primary market), from 20% (housing in the semi-finished and secondary market); rate - 7% for socially vulnerable categories, 9% for the rest. The meeting also raised questions regarding landscaping, garbage collection, lighting, and improvement of playgrounds in Shakhtinsk. The mayor of the city, Murat Kydyrganbekov, immediately responded to them. In the morning, complaints were made about the lack of buses from Shakhtinsk to Karaganda. Ermaganbet Bolekpayev gave instructions on the issues that needed to be resolved. The miners raised the issue of medical services at the Shakhtinsk hospital. Therefore, after the meeting, the regional mayor went there and inspected the medical facility. The building, built during the Soviet era, has been in need of renovation for several years. Last year, a major renovation of the clinic began. Now the 4th and 5th floors are ready, and the 3rd is partially ready. It is planned to be completed this year. Hospital Director Talgat Zhuken spoke about the modernization of equipment.  New equipment has been purchased for intensive care, operating rooms, as well as for diagnosing heart diseases. Yermaganbet Bolekpayev instructed to solve the problem of the shortage of medical specialists.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/924158

At the plenary session, the deputies of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan decided to approve in the first reading the draft law "On Amendments and Additions to Some Legislative Acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the Issues of Determining the Country of Origin of Goods".Within the framework of this draft law, a register of Kazakhstani producers will be introduced, which will replace the existing ST-KZ and Industrial Certificates, as well as integrate all existing electronic systems.The Register under development is aimed at improving the system for confirming the production of goods. It will be integrated with state information systems that provide access to the documents necessary for conducting an examination.The main stages of working with the Register include: 1) application; 2) digital confirmation; 3) production assessment; 4) Decision on inclusion or exclusion from the Register.The system will replace and consolidate existing registers and certificates, creating a single point of access to information about domestic producers.In addition, state support measures, including regulated purchases, will be provided only to producers included in the Register.Thus, the new Register of Kazakhstani producers will be an important step towards supporting business and developing the national economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/922502

On January 21, 2025, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan signed the Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Amendments to the Rules for the Privatization of Housing from the State Housing Fund”.The Resolution provides for the granting to citizens the right to privatize rental housing previously provided without the right to purchase and housing where the only dwelling is recognized as dilapidated.In accordance with the existing privatization mechanisms, citizens can purchase housing in full at the residual value or arrange installment payments without overpayment.In accordance with the introduced changes, the down payment when choosing the “installment payment” mechanism was reduced from 30% to 10%, and the installment payment period was extended to 15 years for housing with a residual value exceeding 15 million tenge. The rule will come into effect 10 calendar days after the date of its first official publication.Examples of calculations for the installment payment mechanism:The residual value of the housing is 9 million tenge, the initial payment is 900 thousand tenge. When choosing an installment payment term of up to 10 years, the monthly payment will be 67.5 thousand tenge.The residual value of the housing is 16 million tenge, the initial payment is 1.6 million tenge. When choosing an installment payment term of up to 15 years, the monthly payment will be 80 thousand tenge.You can read the full version of the document by clicking on this linkSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/922600