The policy of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on sustainable development and "green" transformation of the economy is being actively implemented in the Kostanay region.Last week, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan paid a working visit to the Kostanay region. One of the key topics on the agenda was the development of renewable energy sources (RES) - a strategic direction designated by the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev as a priority within the framework of the country's environmental and economic policy.According to Olzhas Bektenov, the Kostanay region demonstrates an example of the effective implementation of renewable energy technologies.The Kostanay region demonstrates success. In 2022, a wind power plant with a capacity of 50 MW was commissioned in the Kostanay district.In 2023, the construction of another wind power plant with a capacity of 48 MW was completed in the city of Arkalyk. The project cost 20.3 billion tenge.Large-scale investments in the future of the regionIn the period 2025-2026, the region plans to implement six large investment projects in the field of renewable energy sources with a total capacity of 1.2 GW. The volume of attracted investments is about 580 billion tenge.Among the projects are solar and gas piston power plants in the Beimbet Maylin area, as well as wind power plants in Arkalyk and Kostanay district.A special project is a wind power plant with a capacity of 1 GW, within the framework of which it is planned to build 165 wind generators.Energy leap: 10-fold increase in productionThe implementation of all projects will increase the volume of electricity production in the Kostanay region by 10 times - from the current 0.12 GW to 1.27 GW. This will not only allow the region to meet its own needs, but also export excess electricity to neighboring regions and countries.The Future is Clean Energy"To develop the region's economy and attract investment, it is necessary to ensure capacity reserves, primarily for electricity and gas," notes the region's akim Kumar Aksakalov.According to the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, after the implementation of projects by the end of 2027, Kostanay region will produce the most alternative energy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1002311?lang=kk

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The delegation of the GCF (Green Climate Fund), headed by Executive Director Mafalda Duarte, visited the Karaganda region. The International Financial Institute, in partnership with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, has invested in a program for the development of renewable energy sources in Kazakhstan. One of the largest projects is the Sarani solar power plant with a capacity of 100 MW, which has been successfully operating since 2019.The head of GCF, together with the Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerlan Nysanbayev, Akim of the Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev and representatives of the EBRD visited the facility and assessed the work of the solar station.The area of the solar park is 160 hectares, where more than 300,000 photovoltaic modules are installed. The main substation and energy storage facility are also located here. This entire complex is serviced by a team of 11 people, mostly local residents.According to the company's management, the average annual electricity generation is 120 million kilowatt-hours.According to the contract with the financial settlement center for renewable energy support, the capacity is fully realized and distributed in the KEGOC network.Evgeny Grebennikov, General Director of SES Saran LLP, reported on the history of the project, its present and prospects. He noted the role of the state and local executive bodies.– The Law on the Green Economy has become the basic document regarding the investment decision. At the start of the project, we worked closely with local executive authorities. In real time, according to the principle of an open window, we received support for all our initiatives related to the allocation of this land plot, the development of a feasibility study, and the receipt of all necessary materials," the head of the enterprise emphasized.He added that the contract with the financial settlement center is strict and is not subject to change, which gives the investor guarantees.The Saran Solar Power Plant is a successful example of introducing clean technologies and attracting international investment in sustainable energy.It has an environmental impact, helping to reduce carbon dioxide emissions – CO2.– This is my first visit to Kazakhstan. We are here because we have invested large sums together with the EBRD in pilot projects such as this station. I came to visit the facilities and see their development. I would like to discuss with the Government of Kazakhstan what priorities to set in future projects. This is the main purpose of my visit," said Ms. Mafalda Duarte. – This station is of great importance: in particular, this project accounts for 40% of the entire program. It is encouraging to see that the station is working, and we have achieved our goal.The delegation also visited the Karaganda Technical University named after A. Saginov.An exhibition of scientific projects in various fields, including those related to green energy, was presented here.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1002344?lang=kk

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A solemn event dedicated to a professional holiday, the Day of Communication Workers, was held in the conference hall of the Akimat of Kostanay region.This day brings together specialists from various fields: engineers, technicians, operators, dispatchers and all those who ensure reliable and uninterrupted communication in the country.About 3.5 thousand people work in the field of telecommunications in the Kostanay region, thanks to which it is possible to communicate remotely, transmit information and exchange important events.Azamat Kashiyev, Head of the Informatization Department of the regional Akimat, expressed gratitude to the specialists for their professionalism and dedication, emphasizing their contribution to ensuring stable communication and responding to the challenges of the modern world.Within the framework of the event, letters of appreciation from the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, diplomas of the akim of the region, as well as letters of appreciation from the Department of Informatization were presented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1001791?lang=kk

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Казахстанский центр государственно-частного партнёрства удостоен международной награды на IX Международном форуме по ГЧП, прошедшем под эгидой Европейской экономической комиссии ООН (ЕЭК ООН) в столице Сербии - Белграде. Международное жюри отметило вклад Центра в продвижение ГЧП-проектов, соответствующих целям устойчивого развития и принципам цифровой трансформации.«Эта награда - результат совместной работы всей профессиональной среды. Казахстан не только совершенствует механизмы ГЧП в соответствии с международными стандартами, но и эффективно интегрирует цифровые технологии, поднимая сферу на качественно новый уровень», - прокомментировал председатель правления АО «Казахстанский центр государственно-частного партнёрства» Аслан Калигазин.По данным Центра, с 2006 года в стране заключено более 1 100 договоров на сумму 2,6 трлн тенге. Основные направления проектов - образование, здравоохранение, энергетика и жилищно-коммунальное хозяйство. При этом особый упор делается на открытость процедур, снижение коррупционных рисков и повышение инвестиционной привлекательности. Введён веб-портал для конкурсного отбора проектов, ограничена практика прямых переговоров, объединены законы о ГЧП и концессиях.Лидерами по числу реализованных проектов стали Туркестанская, Восточно-Казахстанская и Атырауская области.Одним из ключевых направлений стало развитие социальной инфраструктуры. В ноябре 2023 года Правительством утверждён Комплексный план развития ГЧП на 2024-2028 годы. Он охватывает 43 проекта в сферах образования, здравоохранения, спорта и социальной защиты.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1001685?lang=kk

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The second stage of construction of the first 150 MW wind farm in the Karaganda region is underway in Osakarov district. The project is scheduled to be completed this year. 20 new jobs will be created at the facility.Seven of the 21 wind turbines have already been installed in the area between the settlements of Osakarovka, Saryozek and Telman. The height of each mast with blades is more than 200 meters. Certified turbines with a capacity of 7.7 MW are among the newest and most powerful in the CIS today. One such wind turbine can provide energy to an entire village.The Osakarov district was chosen for construction for a reason: according to multi-month measurements, the average annual wind speed here is 8.5 m/s.— A year of measurements has confirmed that there are good conditions here — strong and stable winds, open hilly terrain. Specialists from China, Germany, and France came to us, and they all noted the potential of the location and the height of the installed generators," says Dmitry Silantyev, technical director of the "Hyperborea" contractor. —The energy generated here will be supplied to the general network of Kazakhstan – KEGOC, and then distributed across the regions.Currently, about 150 specialists are employed in the construction of the facility, and after commissioning, only 20 people will provide maintenance of the automated station.Management and monitoring are completely centralized: all processes are controlled from the substation through special software.This project in Osakarovka is not the only one. A memorandum on the construction of 65 500 MW wind turbines has already been signed in the region. In addition, two more large projects are under development — 500 MW in Temirtau and 200 MW in Karkaraly district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1001552?lang=kk

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Almost half a century ago, in 1978, the building of Kamystinskaya comprehensive school No. 1 was put into operation. In 2009, a major overhaul of the roof was carried out, and in 2011 - a major overhaul of the facade of the building. However, only annual routine repairs were made inside the building.In 2023, work was carried out to develop design and estimate documentation with a positive expert opinion. And this year, funds were allocated from the regional budget to carry out major repairs. The contractor is TOO "PKF" Grenada ". On March 11, a team of workers began work. The heating and ventilation systems will be updated, the interior decoration of all premises will be carried out. New CCTV cameras will allow monitoring activities on the school grounds, which will significantly increase the level of security.According to the director of Kamystinskaya secondary school No. 1 Namik Orujov, major repairs are a very joyful and long-awaited event for the school community. He is confident that the modern furnishings and technical capabilities of the classrooms will influence the mood of the employees. Teachers will be able to fully utilize their potential, and students will find it more comfortable to study, which will generally give impetus to high achievements.The district administration keeps the issue of repairs under constant control and focuses on completing all work on time so that students can return to the renovated building as soon as possible. After all, with the start of the major repairs, it was decided to completely vacate the school and transfer students to nearby educational institutions.In order to continuously organize the educational process, students from grades 1 to 4 and preschool classes were transferred to the second shift in Kamystinskaya comprehensive school No. 2, where they are also organized classes according to the approved schedule, and meals are organized. In the building of the House of Schoolchildren's Creativity, students of grades 5, 9, 10, 11 study in the first shift, and students of grades 6, 7, 8 in the second shift. In order to fully implement the curriculum, taking into account the transition to two-shift education, the first shift classes have been moved to 8.30.The head of the district education department, Alikhan Arstymbayev, emphasized that the decision to transfer students to other buildings and to two-shift education was discussed with the parent community as part of the school-wide parent meeting. There were no difficulties in adapting to the schedule and place of study. According to the school teachers, the children are also active in classes. They are looking forward to the new school year to return to the renovated classrooms.Mathematics teacher Ermek Azbergenov noted that Kamystinskaya Secondary School No. 1 has become his home, because after receiving an education, he returned to school as a teacher. In his opinion, the creation of modern learning conditions will help improve interaction in the classroom.The major overhaul of the school is an important step in updating the educational environment. The building will have to meet all safety and comfort requirements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1001138?lang=kk

На сегодняшний день Фонд «Даму» реализует такие инструменты финансовой поддержки бизнеса, как субсидирование ставки вознаграждения, гарантирование кредитов и льготное кредитование. За период реализации финансовых программ поддержано 226,3 тысяч проектов на сумму кредитов 14,2 трлн тенге. В том числе по субсидированию ставки – 119 тыс. проектов на сумму кредитов 8,93 трлн тенге, по гарантированию кредитов – 73,2 тыс. проектов на сумму 2,37 трлн тенге, по льготному кредитованию – 32,1 тыс. заемщиков на сумму кредитов 3,3 трлн тенге. Об этом на пресс-конференции на площадке СЦК сообщил заместитель председателя правления АО «Фонд развития предпринимательства «Даму» Талгат Смагулов.«За 2024 год в рамках государственных программ поддержано 29 513 проектов на сумму кредитов 1 трлн 713 млрд тенге. В частности, по субсидированию ставки поддержано 17 623 проектов на сумму 1 трлн 14 млрд тенге, по гарантированию кредитов - 9 173 проектов на сумму 449 млрд тенге, по льготному кредитованию - 2 717 проектов на сумму 554 млрд тенге. В отраслевом разрезе наша главная задача – это развитие обрабатывающей промышленности. Поэтому 622 млрд тенге, или 36% в направлено на проекты в этой отрасли. Кроме того, 246 млрд тенге выделено на транспорт и складирование, более 109 млрд тенге –  на туризм, около 109 млрд тенге выделено на сферу образования, 627 млрд тенге – на прочие отрасли», – сказал спикер.За счет реализации проектов все субъекты предпринимательства, получившие государственную поддержку, за 2024 год обеспечили выпуск продукции на 25,4 млрд тенге. Наряду с этим, обеспечены налоговые поступления на 1,7 трлн тенге, создано 9,7 тыс. новых рабочих мест. Согласно динамике 2024 года, по сравнению с позапрошлым 2023 годом количество поддержанных проектов выросло на 24%, а сумма кредитов - на 9%. В пандемийный и постпандемийный период были увеличены объемы поддержки предпринимателей, в результате чего охват превышал среднегодовой уровень в 1,5-2 раза.На сегодняшний день вводятся изменения в условия программ Фонда. В соответствии с поручением Главы государства, озвученным в ходе расширенного заседания Правительства 21 января 2025 года, и в соответствии с постановлением Правительства от 2 апреля 2025 года Фондом создано два гарантийных фонда. Первый фонд охватывает проекты до 7 млрд тенге. Второй фонд охватывает крупные инвестиционные проекты на сумму более 7 млрд тенге. Основные условия предоставления гарантий в рамках первого Гарантийного фонда: сумма финансирования в рамках проекта, по которому осуществляется гарантирование, не превышает 7 млрд тенге; максимальный размер гарантии – до 85% от суммы финансирования включительно, но не более 3,5 млрд тенге; рекомендуемый гарантийный срок – срок, превышающий 5 месяцев срока финансирования; гарантии предоставляются по ускоренной процедуре — в течение двух рабочих дней, без повторной оценки со стороны Фонда «Даму». Предоставление гарантий по обязательствам субъектов частного предпринимательства оказывается Фондом «Даму» в рамках заключенных с банками второго уровня соглашений о портфельном гарантировании.Основные условия предоставления гарантий в рамках второго Гарантийного фонда: сумма финансирования в рамках проекта, по которому осуществляется гарантирование, превышает 7 млрд тенге; максимальный размер гарантии - до 30 % от стоимости проекта; срок предоставляемой гарантии – до 15 лет; каждая заявка рассматривается Фондом в индивидуальном порядке.https://ortcom.kz/ru/novosti/1747814931 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1000902?lang=kk

On May 20, 2025, the Student Spring 2025 festival was officially opened in Kostanay, bringing together students from all over the Kostanay region.The event is attended by leading universities in the region: Kostanay Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan named after Sh. Kabylbayev, Arkalyk Pedagogical University named after Y. Altynsarin, Kostanay Regional University named after A. Baitursynula, KInEU named after M. Dulatov, Kostanay branch of ChelSU, Kostanay Socio-Technical University named after Z. Aldamzhara and Rudn Industrial University.The festival was organized by the Youth Resource Center of Kostanay region. The program of the event includes intellectual, creative and sports competitions. On the opening day, volleyball, basketball and mini-football competitions, an intellectual quest in the Triathlon Park, and APF debate tournaments in Kazakh and Russian were held. The day ended with an Open Air evening disco at the MARCH shopping center.The final games of volleyball, basketball and mini-football are also taking place today. A gala concert with the participation of all universities will be held at the KSTU Students' Palace, where the award ceremony will also take place. The participants will be awarded diplomas, cups, medals and cash certificates in the amount of 25,000 to 150,000 tenge. The main prize — a letter of thanks and a cash certificate in the amount of 400,000 tenge — will be awarded to universities that have actively participated in the festival.The Student Spring 2025 Festival has become a bright event in the cultural life of the region, providing young people with the opportunity to showcase their talents, strengthen friendships and contribute to the development of student creativity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1000783?lang=kk

Budapest, May 21, 2025 – On the eve of the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu took part in the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OTS member states.The participants discussed pressing issues of the international agenda, emphasizing the importance of further enhancing cooperation in transport, logistics, communications, and combating climate change.The Kazakh Foreign Minister highlighted the achievements and prospects of the OTS’s member states in the areas of trade, investment, transport, and agriculture, and outlined promising areas for mutually beneficial cooperation within the Organization.The preparations for the upcoming OTS Summit were reviewed and the draft documents expected to be signed during the event were approved.It is noteworthy that the event is being held for the first time in the territory of an observer state located in Europe.The Organization of Turkic States was established in 2009 at the initiative of Kazakhstan. Its current members are Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan. Hungary and Turkmenistan hold observer status.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1000818?lang=kk

Astana, May 20, 2025 – The Kazakh-German cooperation in the dual education sphere and implementation of advanced technologies in water sector was discussed on Tuesday in Astana at the 43rd meeting of the Berlin Eurasian Club.In his welcoming remarks, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko noted that the topics brought up for discussion were important and relevant for Kazakhstan.Participants of the first panel session titled “The Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan: Bilateral Cooperation in Dual Education Sphere” reviewed opportunities for Germany’s participation in methodological support of the process of improving this education model.The Kazakh Deputy Minister highlighted practical results of cooperation with German partners, including the International Dual Education Centre that is being established together with the Erfurt Education Centre on the basis of the Allur automobile plant in Kostanai.“It is precisely this effect that we aim for in our joint work with international partners,” stressed Roman Vassilenko.According to Vice Minister of Education of Kazakhstan Edil Ospan, the dual education has been implemented so far in 552 colleges in Kazakhstan with the participation of over 18,000 enterprises, covering over 108,000 people.Representative of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research of Germany Alexander Hochradel expressed the Ministry’s readiness to support Kazakhstan in developing dual education and brining colleges and enterprises closer together.The second panel session was devoted to the theme of “Effective Management of Water Resources: Experience and Prospects from Germany and Kazakhstan”.Against the backdrop of the global climate change, this objective has gained critical importance for security and sustainable development of Central Asia.German companies and experts have advanced technologies and unique experience in water sector and can make a significant contribution to the modernization of water infrastructure and implementation of engineering projects in Kazakhstan.For instance, cooperation is being promoted with the German Water Partnership that is the biggest German sectoral association, uniting over 300 companies from various waterworks sectors.More than 100 representatives of government bodies, industry associations, heads of colleges, businessmen and experts participated in the meeting of the Berlin Eurasia Club.Since 2012, the Berlin Eurasian Club meets annually three times a year in Astana (May), Brussels (October) and Berlin (December). The Club’s work is aimed at promoting regular engagement among politicians, experts, businessmen and scholars of the two countries with a view to exchange experience and develop recommendations. 43 meetings of the Berlin Eurasian Club have been organized so far and attended by the heads of state and government, prominent politicians, businessmen and experts from Kazakhstan, Germany and the European Union.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1000264?lang=kk

In Kostanay region, work continues to support families in difficult life situations. Targeted social assistance (TSA) is assigned to those who live below the poverty line.As of May 1, 2025, 1,440 families receive TSA - this is 6,365 people, including 4,140 children under 18. The total amount of payments was 282.5 million tenge.Compared to the same period last year, the number of recipients decreased by 26.5%. This is due to the fact that many families were able to improve their financial situation through employment and income growth.253 able-bodied TSA recipients were involved in employment programs - this is 100% of those in need of work.Children from 1 to 6 years old from families receiving TSA are assigned an additional monthly payment. In 2025, 1,837 children received it in the amount of 34.5 million tenge.Since the beginning of the year, the FSM Social mobile application has been in operation in Kazakhstan, helping district commissions to objectively assess the living conditions of families. The application allows you to photograph living conditions, recording geolocation, which eliminates a formal approach.Experts note the main advantages of FSM Social - precise geolocation during examination; simplification of the decision-making procedure; increased transparency and targeting of assistance.The innovation has already improved the accuracy of data collection and increased fairness in the provision of support.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1000434?lang=kk