A seminar-workshop for young social educators was held at school-lyceum No. 93 in Astana, the official website of the capital's akimat reported.About 50 young social educators and teachers undergoing certification took part in it."During the event, specialists with many years of experience in this field will talk about the directions and tasks of the psychological support center, psychological and pedagogical support for children in crisis situations, filling out the social status assessment form for students, and certification of social educators, as well as work with specific cases. "In addition, we will discuss the problems currently encountered by students," said Guldana Beketayeva, methodologist at the Psychological Support Center of the Astana City Administration.The goal of the seminar is to promote the professional growth and development of young specialists and provide methodological support. In addition, to discuss the current issues of improving the professional qualifications of teachers and social and pedagogical activities.The participants of the meeting asked the speakers questions and received answers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/945976

Kazakhstan has 345 contracts in the field of subsoil use. According to the results of auctions held in 2024, 14 subsoil plots with a total investment of $72.5 million in geological exploration were sold. In 2024, the share of Kazakhstani content in subsoil users' purchases amounted to 61.9% (3.8 trillion tenge).As reported by the Minister of Energy Almasadam Satkaliyev, it is planned to increase the share of Kazakhstani content in subsoil users' purchases to 62% in 2025, as well as to isolate 10 new production facilities in the oil and gas sector, hold at least two electronic auctions, and make amendments to the Subsoil Code.Contracts are being reviewed: 2022-2024 52 contracts were terminated for 14 billion tenge, 141 notifications of violations were sent for 14 billion tenge, and approximately 11.3 billion tenge were reimbursed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/946273

  On February 26, 2025, the opening of the XXXIII Men's, XI Women's, and X Junior Boys' Winter Championships of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan "Astana-2025" in firefighting and rescue sports was held at the "Rescuer" sports complex of the Astana Fire Department. More than 400 athletes came from all over Kazakhstan to achieve victory.  The participants were solemnly congratulated by the Vice Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ramil Kamalov, Executive Director of the "Kazakhstan Sports Federation of Firefighters and Rescuers" Public Association Dauren Danaev, the leadership of the Astana Fire Department and sports veterans. The opening ceremony created a truly festive atmosphere. The participants noted the importance of this event and wished all participants good luck.  "This is not just a sporting event, but also a manifestation of the courage, spirit and professionalism of our firefighters and rescuers. Every year, new horizons are opening up in the development of fire and rescue sports. For our athletes, competitions are becoming an important stage on the path to improvement. Future winners will demonstrate a high level of skill and will become an example for all those who have chosen this difficult but noble profession," Vice Minister Ramil Kamalov noted.  On the first day, athletes will compete in climbing the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of the training tower using the assault ladder.  This is one of the most spectacular types of fire and rescue sports and is always held in high competition. Each athlete fights for precious milliseconds at the finish line. Tomorrow, the competition will continue with a hundred-meter obstacle course.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/946139

    ADAM Group of Companies launched the first domestic production of rotary sprinklers under the "SU BEREKE" brand in 2024. The project is aimed at solving the problem of irrigation and the lack of available equipment: sprinklers allow for uniform distribution of water over fields, reducing its consumption by 30-40%.In 2024, the ST-KZ certificate and the EAEU certificate of conformity were obtained. 30 machines were produced, 7 of which were assembled in the fields of the East Kazakhstan region.       This year, ADAM plans to launch mass production of machines. In the first quarter, a second plant for the production of "SU BEREKE" brand sprinklers will be launched in the territory of the East Kazakhstan region.        The production capacity of the new plant is 1,000 sprinklers per year.         Thus, this project will reduce dependence on foreign equipment manufacturers, and warranty and service support are provided.         The products will also be aimed at the markets of Central Asia and the CIS.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/945996

The Ministry of Health is introducing amendments to the regulatory legal acts regulating the activities of pharmaceutical companies in Kazakhstan.The proposed measures are aimed at improving the investment climate, developing the industry, and producing high-quality domestic pharmaceutical products with export potential.New approaches provide for the expansion of preferences for pharmaceutical companies by signing investment agreements by decision of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. At the same time, the term of conclusion of contracts will be determined by the quality of the manufactured medicines and the level of isolation of production.The establishment of counter-obligations for the development of export potential should, among other things, contribute to restraining the prices of medicines within the country.New investment projects will be accompanied by additional measures of state support through the implementation of a roadmap that provides for the comprehensive strengthening of clinical and laboratory bases.Pharmaceutical products manufactured in accordance with the standards of good manufacturing practice will be available to the population within the guaranteed volume of free medical care.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/945829

The akimat will provide a one-time financial assistance of 5 million tenge to veterans of the Turkestan region on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory. There are 9 veterans of the Second World War living in the region. It is planned to provide a one-time financial assistance of 50 thousand tenge to 120 thousand tenge to citizens equated to veterans of the Second World War by category. Social support measures will also be provided in accordance with the law of the country "On Veterans".At the weekly meeting of the apparatus chaired by the akim of the Turkestan region, Nuralkhan Kusherov, the action plan for celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Victory was widely discussed and the work to be done was finalized.According to Asiya Temirbayeva, the head of the regional employment coordination and social programs department, the action plan covers not only the holidays, but also the implementation throughout the year. Today, the number of participants in the Great Patriotic War and those equated to them in the Turkestan region is 3,305 people. Of these, 9 are veterans of the Great Patriotic War. They live in Zhetysai, Ordabasy, Otrar, Saram, Saryagash, Suzak, Kazygurt districts and the cities of Kentau and Turkestan. The number of those equated to participants of the Great Patriotic War is 227, and home front workers are 3,069. In the Turkestan region, 242.0 million tenge was allocated from the district and city budgets to provide one-time cash social assistance to 3,305 people on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.In addition, a list of people who will be awarded the anniversary medal "80 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War" is being compiled. In order to determine the social status of veterans of the Great Patriotic War and citizens equated to them, a social map was developed by district and city akimats. Their health and living conditions were analyzed. As a result of the social map developed for war veterans in order to carry out rehabilitation measures, the healthcare sector has provided medical services to about 500 veterans since the beginning of the year. This service will be provided throughout the year. In addition, through the "Veterans' Home" and the "Meir" Veterans' Home", about 400 elderly people per month and 7,800 per year are provided with rehabilitation services.At the meeting, the head of the Regional Department of Social Development, Yerlan Kuzembayev, reported on the event plan. It is planned to hold large-scale events in the region within the framework of the 80th anniversary of the Victory. In particular, in order to promote the names of heroes, various competitions, excursions, scientific and practical conferences, "Zhas Ulan" military-sports games, mass sports events, a parade of troops are planned, festive concerts, thematic film evenings, exhibitions and meetings with collections of archival documents are planned.As part of the launch of the "Salamatty Kazakhstan" specialized train, free medical treatment is being organized for participants of the Great Patriotic War, home front workers and residents of remote stations by qualified medical specialists.During the meeting, the work of 109 unified contact centers was evaluated. Nuralkhan Kusherov instructed responsible persons to listen to the suggestions of the people and improve infrastructure systems and carry out improvement works in a high-quality manner. Marat Aynabekov, head of the regional department of digitization, public services and archives, reported on the work done at the contact center and outlined future plans. According to him, in order to implement the concept of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev "A State that listens to the voice of the people", 109 unified call centers in the Turkestan region accept calls from residents around the clock. Since the beginning of the year, the call center has received 11,358 calls, an increase of 15% compared to January. 71.4% of them are for consultations, 28.5% are registered as incidents. In addition, the majority of the issues raised relate to electricity supply, water supply, veterinary services, street lighting, and household waste. Last year, 130,224 calls were registered and feedback was provided to the population. In addition, a plan to use artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in the operation of the 109 line was presented. This, in turn, will increase the quality of the execution of applications and contribute to the quick and efficient resolution of issues.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan region A native of the Kazygurt district of the Turkestan region, Mirsabit Arman, won 1st place at the "DRACULLA OPEN" international youth tournament held in Braila, Romania, competing with boxers from Greece, Moldova, and Romania.A 6-time boxing champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mirsabit Arman is a 1st-year student of the "Documentary support of management and archiving" specialty at the "College No. 11" MCC in the Kazygurt district. He is one of the talented athletes who defend the honor of not only the Kazygurt district, but also the whole of Kazakhstan. His victory in the "DRACULLA OPEN" tournament in Romania is the result of his continuous work. We wish the young athlete great success and victories in the future!Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/944815

The akimat will provide a one-time financial assistance of 5 million tenge to veterans of the Turkestan region on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory. There are 9 veterans of the Second World War living in the region. It is planned to provide a one-time financial assistance of 50 thousand tenge to 120 thousand tenge to citizens equated to veterans of the Second World War by category. Social support measures will also be provided in accordance with the law of the country "On Veterans".At the weekly meeting of the apparatus chaired by the akim of the Turkestan region, Nuralkhan Kusherov, the action plan for celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Victory was widely discussed and the work to be done was finalized.According to Asiya Temirbayeva, the head of the regional employment coordination and social programs department, the action plan covers not only the holidays, but also the implementation throughout the year. Today, the number of participants in the Great Patriotic War and those equated to them in the Turkestan region is 3,305 people. Of these, 9 are veterans of the Great Patriotic War. They live in Zhetysai, Ordabasy, Otrar, Saram, Saryagash, Suzak, Kazygurt districts and the cities of Kentau and Turkestan. The number of those equated to participants of the Great Patriotic War is 227, and home front workers are 3,069. In the Turkestan region, 242.0 million tenge was allocated from the district and city budgets to provide one-time cash social assistance to 3,305 people on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.In addition, a list of people who will be awarded the anniversary medal "80 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War" is being compiled. In order to determine the social status of veterans of the Great Patriotic War and citizens equated to them, a social map was developed by district and city akimats. Their health and living conditions were analyzed. As a result of the social map developed for war veterans in order to carry out rehabilitation measures, the healthcare sector has provided medical services to about 500 veterans since the beginning of the year. This service will be provided throughout the year. In addition, through the "Veterans' Home" and the "Meir" Veterans' Home", about 400 elderly people per month and 7,800 per year are provided with rehabilitation services.At the meeting, the head of the Regional Department of Social Development, Yerlan Kuzembayev, reported on the event plan. It is planned to hold large-scale events in the region within the framework of the 80th anniversary of the Victory. In particular, in order to promote the names of heroes, various competitions, excursions, scientific and practical conferences, "Zhas Ulan" military-sports games, mass sports events, a parade of troops are planned, festive concerts, thematic film evenings, exhibitions and meetings with collections of archival documents are planned.As part of the launch of the "Salamatty Kazakhstan" specialized train, free medical treatment is being organized for participants of the Great Patriotic War, home front workers and residents of remote stations by qualified medical specialists.During the meeting, the work of 109 unified contact centers was evaluated. Nuralkhan Kusherov instructed responsible persons to listen to the suggestions of the people and improve infrastructure systems and carry out improvement works in a high-quality manner. Marat Aynabekov, head of the regional department of digitization, public services and archives, reported on the work done at the contact center and outlined future plans. According to him, in order to implement the concept of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev "A State that listens to the voice of the people", 109 unified call centers in the Turkestan region accept calls from residents around the clock. Since the beginning of the year, the call center has received 11,358 calls, an increase of 15% compared to January. 71.4% of them are for consultations, 28.5% are registered as incidents. In addition, the majority of the issues raised relate to electricity supply, water supply, veterinary services, street lighting, and household waste. Last year, 130,224 calls were registered and feedback was provided to the population. In addition, a plan to use artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in the operation of the 109 line was presented. This, in turn, will increase the quality of the execution of applications and contribute to the quick and efficient resolution of issues.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan region A native of the Kazygurt district of the Turkestan region, Mirsabit Arman, won 1st place at the "DRACULLA OPEN" international youth tournament held in Braila, Romania, competing with boxers from Greece, Moldova, and Romania.A 6-time boxing champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mirsabit Arman is a 1st-year student of the "Documentary support of management and archiving" specialty at the "College No. 11" MCC in the Kazygurt district. He is one of the talented athletes who defend the honor of not only the Kazygurt district, but also the whole of Kazakhstan. His victory in the "DRACULLA OPEN" tournament in Romania is the result of his continuous work. We wish the young athlete great success and victories in the future!Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/944993

The teams "QAZYGURT", "ROB", and "QARSYBAEV" from the Kazygurt district, representing the Turkestan region, participated in the Central Asian phase of the "Central Asia FIRST Championship/Almaty Tech Cup 2025" competition in the First Lego League Challenge (10-16) and First Lego League Explore (6-10) categories.In addition to Kazakhstan, 3,500 students from India, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Turkey, the UAE, Hong Kong, and other countries participated in the competition. As a result, the “QAZYGURT” team took 1st place in the innovative project and 3rd place in the overall team standings, and won a ticket to the world championship in Greece.The “QAZYGURT” team will defend the honor of the country at the upcoming world championship.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/945013

A meeting was held in Turkestan to discuss current issues in the field of education, including the prevention of crime, early pregnancy and delinquency among minors. The meeting was attended by heads of regional departments and deputy akims of districts and cities via online communication. Deputy akim of the region Beisenbai Tazhibayev, who chaired the meeting, gave specific instructions to the heads of the relevant sectors.- In accordance with the instructions of the akim of the region Nuralkhan Kusherov, work is continuing to develop the education sector in the Turkestan region. We will continue to work to improve the quality of education and eliminate shortcomings in the sector. Responsible representatives of the district and city akimats should systematize work to reduce early pregnancy, teenage suicide and crime in the region and work with a specific plan. Also, systematic work should be carried out to modernize children's camps and provide psychological assistance to children. In this direction, children will be able to receive psychological counseling through artificial intelligence. Let everyone familiarize themselves with the project, make specific recommendations and carry out work. Work in this area will be strictly monitored, - said the deputy akim of the region Beisenbai Dauletovich, noting that appropriate work should be carried out in a timely manner.Deputy head of the Turkestan regional education department Aigul Kasymbekova outlined current issues in the field of education and noted the work to be done in the future. She said that, according to statistical data, the number of suicides among minors has decreased compared to last year.In order to prevent these situations, the municipal institution "Psychological Support Center of the Turkestan region" of the Turkestan region education department was established by the Resolution of the regional akim. In order to further intensify preventive work, last year, funds were allocated to involve non-governmental organizations, and about 2,000 specialists responsible for the field of education improved their qualifications. Today, a Project Office has been created to support the Regional Psychological Support Center and introduce an anti-bullying program in educational organizations.Deputy Head of the Education Department Zhandos Nurpeisov reported on the work and plans to be carried out within the framework of the school modernization project. He also touched upon the funds allocated to private secondary educational organizations. According to him, 115 schools from the region are included in the school modernization project. In 2025-2027, it is planned to carry out major and current repairs to the buildings of 115 schools and equip them with a canteen, library, gym, classrooms, provide them with a security system, subject rooms, and furniture. Of the 41 schools planned for 2025, 15 schools will be subject to current repairs, while 26 schools will undergo major repairs.In addition, the meeting discussed the systematic organization of events within the framework of the "Clean Kazakhstan" program, and the need to strengthen cleaning and planting of trees in the courtyards of schools and healthcare facilities in the districts and cities was noted. In addition, it was instructed to update old signs in schools within 1 month and to resume work on the "Cozy School" project.Press service of the Turkestan region akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/945217

A branch of South Korea's Woosong University is planned to open in Turkestan this year. On this occasion, a presentation of the Kazakh-Korean International Educational Center was held in the Congress Hall multi-disciplinary complex. The meeting was attended by Deputy Governor of Turkestan region Beisenbai Tazhibayev, representatives of Woosong University, teachers, parents and future graduates.The Deputy Governor of the region, who made a foreword at the meeting, noted that young people have a great opportunity to receive quality international education and called on graduates to use this opportunity effectively.- Dear participants of the meeting! Today, on the occasion of the opening of a branch of one of South Korea's leading universities, Woosong University, in Turkestan, representatives of the university are here to provide you with detailed information. This initiative is an important step towards turning Turkestan into a center of education and science, and a great opportunity for our youth to receive quality international education. The opening of this university is clear evidence of the rise of the education sector in our region to a new level. Here, not only high-level academic education will be offered, but also modern technologies and practical teaching methods from South Korea. Great opportunities are opening up before you. The issue of allocating grants to this university by the Ministry and the Turkestan regional akimat is already being planned, and the necessary measures are being taken. We, the regional leadership, are ready to create all conditions for our young people to receive high-quality education and comprehensively develop themselves. Only the best education is the guarantee of a successful future. I invite you to take advantage of this opportunity! - said Beisenbai Tazhibayev.At the meeting, representatives of Woosong University, led by Shim Hye-jae, Dean of the Department of International Affairs of South Korea, focused on the world-class position of Korea and introduced the university's life. They answered the participants' questions and informed about the opportunities provided by the educational institution.A number of works are being carried out in the region within the framework of the instruction of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to open branches of well-known universities in the country. Since the city of Turkestan became the "regional center", the International University of Tourism and Hospitality has been opened.In order to train personnel in the field of information technology, negotiations are underway with representatives of the South Korean "Wusong" educational foundation on the opening of an IT university in Turkestan, and today the building is undergoing major renovation work in the Administrative and Business Center. This university will be a new center where education and science, culture and experience intersect. Students will not only receive world-class education, but also have the opportunity to undergo international practice and become specialists in demand in the labor market. In addition, the "double diploma" program provides for the possibility of continuing their education in Korea and finding a job in that country.This initiative is being implemented with the direct participation of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Representatives of the international university will soon meet with the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nurbek Sayasat and finalize preparations.4 faculties will be opened at the international university. It is planned that 2,340 students will study there in the specialties of "Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analysis", "Software", "The Fourth World IT Industrial Revolution", "Multimedia and Web Design". The opening of the university is planned for the fall of 2025.It should be noted that more than 553 thousand students study in 1,088 schools in the Turkestan region. This year, the number of graduates in the region will exceed 33 thousand. About 23 thousand of them intend to enter higher education institutions. Last year, taking into account the needs of the labor market, grants were allocated by the Turkestan regional akimat. As a result, 107 students in 12 specialties are studying on a grant basis at the K.A. Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University.Press service of the akimat of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/945691

"UPF" JSC (UPF, Fund) is increasingly introducing modern technologies and digital solutions in order to improve the level of interaction with the population.  In January 2025, about 10.6 million services were provided to the population. Of the total number of services provided since the beginning of the year, more than 2.3 million were provided in electronic format, and 8.1 million. services were provided automatically. Thus, the share of automatic, electronic and remote services was 99.1% of the total number of services provided. About 98.0 thousand services were provided in a day format, including 95.4 thousand services carried out directly in the Fund's offices.Let us remind you that all pension accounts are opened automatically when the first contribution to the UPF is received. Also, target requirements and target savings are automatically calculated for participants of the "National Fund for Children" program.During the reporting period, the total number of individual pension accounts (IPAs) opened automatically for all types of pension contributions, including conditional pension accounts (IPAs opened as a result of the employer's transfer of the PFPA) and target savings accounts (SPAs opened within the framework of the "National Fund for Children" program), reached 404.5.  Receiving an extract from an individual pension account, conditional pension account (IPA), as well as a target savings account (TSA) remains the most popular service category. Since the beginning of the year, about 2.8 million extracts from IPAs, SPAs, and TSAs have been issued. More than 2.1 million of them were processed electronically, and more than 605.5 thousand were processed automatically.In addition to receiving an extract from the Personal Account on the Fund's website and mobile application, depositors (beneficiaries) have the opportunity to use such services as making changes and additions to their details, obtaining a certificate of account availability, submitting an application for the appointment of pension payments in connection with the establishment of disability of group 1 or 2 for an indefinite period or on voluntary pension contributions. They can also track the status of an application for the payment of pension contributions, transfer part of savings to an investment portfolio manager (IPM), calculate the estimated future pension using a pension calculator, etc. services are available 24/7 anywhere in the world.  In January 2025, more than 14.1 thousand applications for changing details were received, of which 13.1 thousand were submitted at the Fund's offices. By contacting UAPF specialists for any type of service, depositors can usually receive additional advice on the formation of savings. As part of the information and explanatory work, 3.2 thousand field presentations were held, which were attended by about 68.4 thousand people. More than 4.1 thousand materials were published in the media on the messages of the Pension Fund. The number of applications received through feedback channels from depositors and beneficiaries is about 65.0 thousand. We remind you that any company can apply for a presentation and consultation on the issues of the accumulative pension system by visiting the Fund's office. To do this, you need to call the contact center at 1418, contact the Fund's website or mobile application. Consulting services of the Pension Fund can be obtained through messengers (+WhatsApp and Viber chatbots at 7 777 000 14 18), from the contact center at 1418 (calls are free within Kazakhstan), on the corporate website enpf.kz, as well as on the official pages of the Pension Fund on social networks such as Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, X (Twitter), Telegram, Odnoklassniki.   The UAPF was established on August 22, 2013 on the basis of the "GNPF" APF" JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan through the State Property and Privatization Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan carries out the trust management of the pension assets of the UAPF. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF collects mandatory pension contributions, mandatory employer pension contributions, mandatory professional pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation on the guaranteed deposit transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory deposit guarantee in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory deposit guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", takes into account and accounts for it, ensures the implementation of pension payments.The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target claims, accounting and accrual of target savings (NS) to target savings accounts, crediting NS payments to their recipient's bank accounts, and accounting for NS returns in accordance with the procedure determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the "National Fund for Children" program (more details are available on the website www.enpf.kz).  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/945763

In 2024, Kazakhstanis were provided with more than 1.5 million various public services in the social and labor sphere in a proactive format. The number of services provided increased by 200 thousand compared to 2023.The proactive format provides for an unsolicited procedure for providing any service when a certain life situation arises. All necessary information is collected electronically from the state database. For this, citizens do not need to go anywhere, they just need to respond to an SMS message.Part of proactive services is provided through the Digital Family Card, which automatically determines the level of well-being, as well as appropriate measures of state support. Thanks to its introduction, in 2024, more than 642 thousand people received SMS for the proactive provision of public services. At the same time, 263 thousand people used the opportunity to receive benefits or payments without an application.In February 2024, another public service, namely the service "Reimbursement of expenses for home education of children with disabilities", was transferred to a proactive format.Thus, today 28 public services in the social and labor sphere are provided in a proactive format. The most popular of them are:- registration of unemployed citizens (771 thousand);- assignment of benefits for childbirth and childcare (218 thousand);- assignment of social payments in case of loss of income due to childcare (172 thousand);- payment of the difference between the amount of actually paid mandatory pension contributions, mandatory professional pension contributions and the amount of pension savings (state guarantee), taking into account the inflation rate (177 thousand);- determination of the degree of disability and/or loss of working capacity and/or determination of the necessary social protection measures (97 thousand).At the same time, comprehensive work is being carried out to transform and simplify certain services.In particular, the implementation of a pilot project on the external format of conducting medical and social expertise to determine the disability group for 30 nosologies continues. In 2024, about 97 thousand applications were considered in this format.People with disabilities also have the opportunity to independently choose a manufacturer and supplier of technical equipment and rehabilitation services through the Social Services Portal. More than 1.1 million orders were executed in 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/945770

  On the eve of World Civil Defense Day and the 30th anniversary of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan, rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan climbed the Big Almaty Peak, located at an altitude of 3,680 meters above sea level.  The highlight of the ascent to the peak was the hoisting of a thematic flag with the slogan "Civil Defense - the Guarantee of Public Safety". The purpose of this event was to draw public attention to the issues of citizen safety and strengthen the authority of civil defense bodies.  The event was attended by employees of the Almaty Department of Emergency Situations, the Republican Emergency Response Team, the Center for Disaster Medicine, the Kazavi Rescue and Kazseldenkorgau branches of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.  “This climb is not just a physical test, it is a sign of our readiness to ensure the safety of people in any situation and our unity in our work,” - said Vadim Pak, one of the participants in the climb, the head of the rescue department of the team.  This event demonstrates the unity and professionalism of all structures working in the field of emergency situations and reminds us of the importance of civil defense in ensuring the safety of the population.  “We are proud of our profession and the fact that we can help people in the most difficult situations. It is difficult to overestimate the importance of civil defense, today we have taken another step towards strengthening it,” said Alisher Tuteshev, a senior officer of the Civil Defense Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/945088

  On February 24, a working meeting of the Vice Minister of Emergency Situations Batyrbek Abdishev with representatives of the International Scientific and Technical Center (ISTC) was held at the Strategic Planning and Operational Command Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.   During the working meeting, the possibilities of the Ministry of Emergency Situations participating in the joint project of the ISTC and the European Union "System for Monitoring Radiation and Heavy Metals in Central Asian Waters" were discussed, which is aimed at assessing and improving existing national systems using standardized technologies and decision-making processes at the regional and national levels.  During the discussion, the main goals, expected results and key milestones of the implementation of this project in the Central Asian region were reviewed, and the effective cooperation of the ISTC with the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observations and Research of the Ministry of Emergency Situations on the installation of seismological sensors was noted.  A short tour of the situation room of the Strategic Planning and Operational Management Command Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations was held for the ISTC representatives, during which modern technologies for management and operational response in crisis situations, as well as risk monitoring and forecasting systems, were demonstrated.  Vice Minister: "Developing international cooperation in the field of risk monitoring and forecasting will contribute to increasing the security and stability of the region. The introduction of advanced technologies and the exchange of experience will allow us to improve emergency response and prevention systems." In addition, the work of the Kazakhstani flood forecasting and modeling information system "Tasqyn", which allows calculating water flow into the reservoir, determining the volume of spring floods and modeling flood zones, and the earthquake forecasting system based on artificial intelligence were presented.  Following the meeting, the parties confirmed the importance of international cooperation in the field of environmental safety and rapid response to potential threats in order to enhance the sustainable development of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/945227

  An agreement was signed in Beijing between the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observation and Research of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Institute of Geophysics of the Earthquake Agency of the People's Republic of China. The document covers data exchange, integration of early warning systems for severe earthquakes, and joint monitoring of seismic activity.  "This agreement is an important step in the development of international cooperation in the field of seismology of Kazakhstan. Joint work with Chinese partners will allow us to improve earthquake forecasting and warning. This will allow us to respond promptly to threats and protect the lives of citizens," Daulet Sarsenbayev, Director of the National Scientific Center for Seismological Observation and Research of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, noted.  The signing ceremony took place during the visit of Almaty Mayor Yerbolat Dossayev to the China Earthquake Agency. During the event, the Kazakhstani delegation got acquainted with new developments and technologies of China in the field of seismic safety, which opens up prospects for cooperation and exchange of experience.  The agreement will allow specialists from both countries to exchange seismic information in real time, which will increase the effectiveness of earthquake forecasting and mitigating their consequences. This will provide citizens with more accurate and timely notification of possible natural disasters.  28 monitoring and early warning stations for severe earthquakes operate in Almaty. It is planned to install another 30 stations in 2025, and an additional 40 stations by the end of 2026, which will significantly improve the security system and population protection.  The agreement opens up new opportunities to strengthen seismic safety and protect citizens from risks associated with seismic activity.           Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/945485

Our country celebrates March 1 - Thanksgiving Day. This year, the celebration of Thanksgiving Day in Astana will be remembered by another important event - the start of events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. Dozens of various sports, cultural and educational events will be held in Astana on the occasion of the anniversary, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.During the holidays, cultural, sports, educational organizations, the capital's AKP and other institutions are preparing various events for residents and guests of the city. On the occasion of Thanksgiving Day, thematic exhibitions aimed at developing customs and traditions and various ways of expressing gratitude, educational classes for children and students are being held in Astana. In general, all the planned events will contribute to the unification of society around the values ​​of independence, the strengthening of national unity and patriotism. On February 27, the AMANAT party and the capital's voluntary youth organizations will traditionally help the elderly and fill their yards. On this day, the ANC's traditional charity event will be held at the nursing home. A concert will be organized for the public and national dishes from ethnocultural associations will be tasted. Also, on February 27, a charity event called "30 Years of Unity and Solidarity" will be held at school No. 43 in the capital for children from socially disadvantaged families. On February 28, thematic classes "30 Years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan" will be held in the city's schools. Throughout Nauryz, meetings with veterans and ANC activists, various events will be organized in schools.On March 1, the solemn events in the capital will begin with an important event: the opening ceremony of the memorial plaque "30 years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan" dedicated to the anniversary of the ANC will take place in the House of Friendship. This will be followed by an international round table, during which the congratulatory speech of the President of Kazakhstan on the anniversary of the Assembly will be read. This event will be the official start of the year dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Kazakh People's Republic.After that, the participants of the round table will visit the "Thank you to the Kazakh people" monument, where a solemn wreath-laying ceremony will be held.In addition, a video challenge with congratulations from young people of different ethnic groups will begin on social networks.Another important event is the launch of the "Caravan of Charity" campaign aimed at supporting needy groups of the population.On this day, March 1, a festive concert with the participation of creative groups will be held at the House of Friendship. A festive table will be organized for children.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/945409

This year, it is planned to open about 1,500 new places in kindergartens in the East Kazakhstan region. The regional akimat discussed the implementation of the regional roadmap for the national report "Quality Education Accessible to Every Child."The main topics are the opening of new places in kindergartens and schools, the development of inclusive and additional education, as well as the modernization of school infrastructure.According to Inessa Chernysheva, the head of the East Kazakhstan Region Education Department, last year 1,970 new places were opened in the region, and in 2025 it is planned to add another 1,499 places, 127 of which are already ready. However, the number of children waiting for kindergarten in the region is much higher - about 2,000 children aged 2-3.- For the convenience of parents, we are introducing the "Kindergarten" digital platform, where you can register and put children in the queue. A digital child development map has also been introduced into the educational process. 10 qualification centers have been opened to train teachers. In March, we will launch a pilot project on voucher financing in Ust-Kamenogorsk, - said Inessa Aleksandrovna.There are 343 schools in the region, most of which are small-sized. There are no emergency or three-shift schools, but the shortage of places exceeds 6 thousand. In 2024, a new school for 600 places was opened in Ust-Kamenogorsk, and this year two more schools for 500 places are planned to be built. In addition, the construction of five comfortable schools for 2,100 places has been completed, and the construction of two schools for 900 places is ongoing.The school infrastructure is also being upgraded. Canteens, libraries and classrooms have been renovated in 50 schools. All schools are connected to the Internet, and 109 schools will be included in the "Social Wallet" system. This initiative will allow low-income families to receive state support for the purchase of school uniforms and school supplies.In the 2023-2024 academic year, 2.6 billion tenge was attracted from sponsors to the education sector. This year, 21 schools in the region will undergo major repairs. In total, about 5 billion tenge will be needed to modernize the schools.As part of the Year of Working Professions, "Future Specialists" specialized training centers will begin to open in regional schools from September 2024. These centers will be created in accordance with the personnel needs of each district.Regional akim Nurymbet Saktaganov noted that there are accumulated problems in the education sector in the region and called on the management to organize the work effectively. He also said that the issue of discipline in schools should not be ignored.- The effectiveness of the work of directors is assessed not only by the results of the UNT, but also by how organized and disciplined the children are. If we do not pay attention to coordinating work in this area, it is difficult to talk about raising a worthy generation, - said the regional akim.Another topical issue is the development of inclusive education. More than 12 thousand children with special educational needs live in the region. They are served by 4 psychological-medical-pedagogical counseling centers and 5 special kindergartens. In addition, psychological-pedagogical correctional offices have been opened in 9 districts. It is planned to open new such offices in Katonkaragay and Markakol districts in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/945471

In the East Kazakhstan Region, the prosecutor's office and the drug crime countermeasures department are conducting extensive work to identify and suppress drug trafficking. As a result, 17 criminal cases have been registered in Ust-Kamenogorsk since the beginning of the year, 7 cases have been sent to court, 10 people have been convicted, more than 6 kilograms of synthetic drugs and 78 kg of marijuana have been confiscated.This was announced today by Sergey Uporov, senior prosecutor of the Ust-Kamenogorsk city prosecutor's office, at a meeting with students at the Ust-Kamenogorsk Polytechnic College.According to Yermek Askarov, head of the department of the Regional Youth Resource Center, which organized the event, "No way to drug abuse!" As part of the republican campaign, volunteers from the regional front office, together with representatives of the regional prosecutor's office and specialists from the Department for Combating Drug Crimes of the Police Department, removed more than 100 graffiti advertising drug addiction and carried out explanatory work.During the event, explanatory work was carried out on responsibility for drug crimes and information was provided on how young people are drawn into crime.- Since the beginning of last year, the regional prosecutor's office, together with the Department for Combating Drug Crimes, has suspended the work of more than 100 drug websites. Also, measures are being taken to identify people involved in drug transportation and distribution, drug warehouse owners, those hiding drug packaging, and leaders of organized criminal groups. In addition, raids are being carried out in each district of the city against drug advertising. Work in this direction will continue in the future, - said Senior Prosecutor Sergey Uporov.According to official data, more than 18 thousand drug addicts are registered in Kazakhstan, but the actual number may reach 150 thousand. According to the prosecutor's office, today 900 people are registered with a drug addiction diagnosis in Ust-Kamenogorsk, including 36 minors.Everyone knows the harm of drugs, but despite this, the number of drug addicts is increasing every year.– Drugs are a very dangerous poison that completely destroys the body. Addiction can sometimes occur after just one use. The causes of death among drug addicts are HIV, hepatitis, stroke, heart failure, liver and kidney failure. At first, drugs can give a person a false sense of alertness. But soon serious consequences such as lethargy, depression, muscle cramps, insomnia, and complete weakening of the body appear. To get rid of these symptoms, a person uses drugs again, thus falling into the trap of addiction. Children of drug addicts are often born with physical and mental defects. Currently, more than 1,300 drug addicts are registered in the region. Of these, 900 people are in Ust-Kamenogorsk. In addition to medical treatment, drug addicts are provided with psychological assistance. This helps them return to a normal life, - noted Zoya Vladimirovna, a narcologist at the Mental Health Center.According to world statistics, only one in 10 drug addicts successfully undergoes rehabilitation. According to experts, synthetic drugs are dozens of times more dangerous than heroin. On average, their users do not live more than five years.Illegal possession and distribution of drugs is punishable by imprisonment for a period of 5 to 10 years and confiscation of property.In the case of distribution in public places, the punishment includes imprisonment for a period of 10 to 15 years. If drugs are distributed as part of a criminal group, in educational institutions or sold to minors, a term of imprisonment of 15 to 20 years or life imprisonment is imposed.The people most often involved in drug crimes are young people aged 18 to 35. The Prosecutor General's Office's "No Drug Addiction" project is being implemented in the country. This project is aimed at conducting preventive measures among young people, identifying resources for selling drugs online, removing graffiti advertising prohibited substances, and other measures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/945601

This year, 33 projects will be implemented in Turan district within the framework of the "Budget with People's Participation" project to create comfortable conditions for residents. In particular, 18 children's playgrounds, 13 children's playgrounds and outdoor sports grounds, as well as 2 public places for common use will be put into operation.According to the proposals of local citizens, children's and sports grounds will be built in Otrar, Sport, Samal-1, Akzhar, Aktas, Kazygurt, Kursai, 8-Chagyna districts and settlements.It should be noted that in 2024, 40 projects were implemented to create comfortable conditions for residents of Turan district. Among them, 30 children's playgrounds, 8 children's and sports grounds, as well as 2 sports fields were built.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/945546

One ​​of the important facilities in the agricultural sector of our country - the industrial greenhouse complex of "IGM Corporation" LLP - is increasing its production capacity every year. This modern production complex, located in the Bazarkakpa settlement, Enbekshy district, Shymkent city, was commissioned in 2022. Today, it produces up to 1,000 tons of cucumbers and tomatoes per year, supplying the domestic market with quality products.The main goal of the complex is to provide the population with high-quality, environmentally friendly products and develop agricultural production in the region. The greenhouse complex is equipped with modern technologies, and high standards are used in plant care and increasing productivity. 40 people are permanently employed here, which opens up new opportunities for local residents.A harvest campaign has begun at the production facility, which supplies the domestic market with high-quality vegetables. The products will be mainly sent to the domestic market. In the future, individual entrepreneurs will expand production and increase production volumes by introducing new technologies.It is also planned to expand the varieties of cucumbers and tomatoes and enter new markets.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/945552