The management of parks and squares of Karaganda has announced a competition for the most creative snowman. You can take part in it until the end of January.Those who want to compete for the first place need to build a snowman on the territory of the Central Park of Culture and Recreation. It must be at least one meter high. You can decorate the figure with anything: the organizers do not limit the imagination of the participants.With the snowman ready, you need to take a picture and post it on Instagram. Under the photo, you must specify the exact location of the figure and its brief description, and also make sure to mark the park management account – @park.krg.After that, the jury will select the three best figures, and their authors will be awarded with prizes and diplomas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917409

Support for large families is one of the priorities of the state's social policy. Since January 2025, there have been changes in tax legislation that will affect family income.In particular, Article 347 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan stipulates important innovations for large families.The tax deduction for a large family is applied in aggregate to both parents in the amount of no more than 282 MCI (in 2025 – 1,108,824 tenge), determined for a calendar year, in one of the following orders:1) for one of the parents of a large family in 23 MCI (in 2025 – 90,436 tenge) for each month;2) for each parent of a large family in 12 MCI (in 2025 – 47,184 tenge) for each month.The condition for tax deduction is the presence of four or more minor children in the family on January 1 of the calendar year in which this measure is applied. Copies of the children's birth certificates must be provided for confirmation.Documents for obtaining tax benefits are provided to the local tax authorities or to the HR department at the place of work – an application for a tax deduction.This reduces the tax burden for large families. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917419

Young residents of Karaganda are invited to take part in a drawing contest dedicated to the International Zebra Day. The winners will be awarded prizes, and their work will be presented at the exhibition.International Zebra Day is celebrated on January 31. This holiday was established in order to draw attention to the problem of reducing the population of these animals.The Karaganda Zoo has announced a drawing contest for this day. Children from 3 to 14 years old can participate in it. You can draw zebras both in their natural habitat and in zoos.The winners will be selected in three age categories: from 3 to 5 years old, from 5 to 10 and from 10 to 14 years old.The authors of the best works will receive soft toys and zoo tickets. Their drawings will be presented on the ground floor of the zoo building.The award ceremony will be held on February 1. A show program with the participation of animators will be organized for young visitors and they will tell about zebras.In order to participate in the contest, you need to draw a drawing and post it on Instagram, noting the @krgzoo account and specifying the author's name and age. It is also necessary to mention three friends under the announcement of the competition on the zoo's page. https://www.instagram.com/p/DEweIFeNUKZ/?igsh=MTUwb3pyd2xnNGp3dQ .It is important that the account in which the contest entry is published is subscribed to the zoo's page. The work is accepted until January 30th.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917824

In the Karaganda region, they found a way to help residents solve communal problems. The Center for Housing Modernization operates in the region, which provides interest-free loans for up to 15 years.As part of the Housing and Communal Infrastructure Development Concept for 2023-2029, approved by the government, the program is funded from the regional budget. Homeowners can get a preferential loan for renovation of roofs and utilities in high-rise buildings, replacement of elevators. Connection to central gas has also become more accessible.In Karaganda, in the village of Shakhtersky, there has been no central heating for about 30 years. Residents heated their apartments with bourgeois stoves or electricity. The long-standing problem began to be solved after the reconstruction of the heating main in Prishakhtinsk. Last year, with the assistance of local authorities, the first 30 apartment buildings were connected to central heating.– Restoration of the indoor heating system is a costly matter. To ease the financial burden, we provided an interest-free loan for 15 years. There are 29 houses left to be connected this year. The work is already actively underway. Residents are ordering calculations, technical conditions, and we are starting to sign contracts with some owners. People saw that the neighboring houses were connected. We realized that it's all real, affordable, and the conditions are acceptable," says Daniyar Dyussembayev, director of the Center for Housing Modernization in the Karaganda region.One of the urgent problems is the replacement of outdated elevator equipment. The region is also dealing with this issue. Residents do not need to spend a large amount on a one-time basis: an installment plan is provided for a period of 8 years. Last year, new elevators were installed in 10 high-rise buildings in Temirtau. There are more plans for this year: to upgrade the elevator equipment in 30 buildings in Karaganda and Temirtau.Another important area is assistance in gasification. Through the Housing Modernization Center of the Karaganda region, you can get an interest-free loan for 5 years to connect to central gas. Last year, 409 subscribers in Karaganda and Temirtau used the program. It is planned to increase to 500 houses this year. The loan processing procedure is kept to a minimum. It is necessary to provide the title documents and technical specifications for connection to the gas.In addition, the Housing Modernization Center helps with the repair of roofs, utilities, and replacement of windows in the entrances of multi-storey buildings. An interest–free loan is also provided, and funds can be repaid gradually for up to 15 years. After receiving the application, the center prepares a PSA and an examination of the project, and only after agreeing with the residents, a contract is signed.Last year, housing owners in Temirtau, Abai and Karaganda took advantage of the help. It is planned that Locusts will be added to this list this year.The Housing Modernization Center of the Karaganda region is located at 15a Passazhirskaya Street, Karaganda. Phone number: (8-7212)-99-65-59. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917840

Since January 15, 2025, the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control of the Karaganda Region has been located at a new address: 709 Tattimbeta Street, 1st floor, Karaganda (entrance from the back of the building). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917997

The implementation of the Auyl Amanaty project continues in the Karaganda region. In Bukhar-Zhyrau district, six farms issued commodity loans – 27 heads of cattle – to eight families. The project was launched on behalf of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to improve the well-being of the villagers. Recall that commodity lending works like this: rural residents are provided with large or small cattle. Within five years, borrowers are required to give two out of three heads of offspring to the lender. For example, for one cow in five years, a villager needs to repay three calves in the form of a loan payment. After fulfilling this condition and the expiration of five years, the commodity loan will be repaid.– The advantage of commodity lending is the opportunity to develop your farm without significant initial investments. For 5 years, families can earn income from the sale of milk, which helps to improve their financial situation. Repayment of the loan is carried out not in cash, but in calves, which allows borrowers not to experience financial pressure and at the same time develop their farms," said Manat Kurmangaliev, head of the Department of Agriculture of Bukhar—Zhyrau district.The introduction of commodity credit has become a mutually beneficial solution, the entrepreneurs believe. This will help improve the well-being of rural residents.– Not all low-income families can afford to buy livestock and start running a household. I allocated seven heads of cattle for two families. I know both families. I support them in their efforts to improve their standard of living. Dairy cows. The villagers will receive milk from them, sell butter and sour cream. In five years, the cows themselves will remain in these families. A total of four calves will be returned to me," says Grigory Sharkov, head of the Ulken Farm.Commodity credit is especially important for low-income and large families. Ruslan Bashaev, a resident of Akzhar village, is a father with many children. He is one of those who received a commodity loan.– The family is big, I'm thinking about the future of the children. When I was offered to participate in the commodity lending program, I immediately agreed. The head of the Arlan farm allocated three cows for my family. The credit conditions are good and profitable," said the father of many children.Bukhar-Zhyrau district became the first in the region where commodity lending was launched. The program will continue to be implemented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/917930

Alibek Temirgalievich Khasenov has been appointed President of Kazsportinvest Joint Stock Company.Alibek Khasenov was born on October 3, 1986 in Saran, Karaganda region. Has two higher educations:In 2008, he graduated from Karaganda State University named after Academician E.A. Buketov with a degree in Marketing;In 2012, he graduated from the Kazakh-Russian University with a degree in Law.From 2016-2017, he was the Head of the Official Events Department at the Karaotkel State Enterprise of the Office of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.;Since 2018, he has been organizing state and major events.;2019-2024 – Executive Director for the Development of Rowing Sports in the Canoe Federation;Since 2024, he has been a member of the Working Group on the development of an application for the "Game of the Future" in Astana.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/918087

Kazakhstan has won its first gold medal at the XXXII World Winter Universiade in Turin today. Our compatriot Anastasia Gorodko, a 3rd-year student of the Kazakh Academy of Sports and Tourism, won the freestyle mogul competition with a score of 79.79 points and brought Kazakhstan the first gold medal. Japanese Harko Nakao took the second place (76.29 points), while German Hannah Wiese rounded out the top three (75.04 points). Another of our compatriots, Ayaulym Amrenova, a 1st-year doctoral student at al-Farabi Kazakh National University, also performed in the final, taking 5th place.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/917799

On January 14, Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanat Sharlapayev arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to participate in the Future Minerals Forum.The Future Minerals Forum (FMF) is one of the leading platforms for discussing the future of the mineral industry. The platform serves as a place to establish global industry connections, bringing together governments, international organizations, and stakeholders.The Minister spoke at the annual Ministerial round table. The meeting was also attended by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Saudi Arabia Madiyar Menilbekov.During his speech, Kanat Sharlapayev noted that the country strives to make a significant contribution to the sustainability of the global supply chain of essential minerals."Thanks to our diversified base of mineral resources, reliable material infrastructure, skilled labor, and a gradually developing medium–sized business industry, our country is well positioned to play an important role in the global supply chain," he stressed.Kazakhstan produces 17 of the most important minerals from the US list and 19 from the European Union list. As well as beryllium, titanium, tantalum, niobium, rhenium, antimony, bismuth, selenium, and tellurium in the form of primary metals and components.The Minister spoke about the start of production of high purity manganese sulfate monohydrate, which is an essential component of lithium-ion battery cathodes."By 2026, we plan to produce graphite ore, which will be processed into spheronized graphite, an important component for lithium—ion batteries," added Kanat Sharlapayev.It should be noted that the investment climate in the mining industry of Kazakhstan has undergone significant changes, while active work is underway to attract foreign investment and increase the competitiveness of the industry.With the assistance of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Saudi Arabia, meetings of the Minister with the heads of a number of companies such as Ivanhoe Electric, BHP, Acwa Power, Brownstein and CityBank were organized. These meetings helped to strengthen bilateral cooperation and discuss promising projects in various fields.Kanat Sharlapaev met with Taylor Melvin, CEO of Ivanhoe Electric. Ivanhoe Electric is an American company that combines advanced mineral exploration technologies with metal electrical exploration projects. Through the development of a portfolio of electric metals exploration projects, it supports the independence of the United States supply chain by sourcing and supplying critical metals needed to electrify the economy.The Minister held a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of Acwa Power, Raad Al-Saadi. The company develops and invests in projects of power plants and plants for the production of desalinated water in 13 countries of the Middle East, Africa, Central and Southeast Asia.Kanat Sharlapayev met with BHP Commercial Director Ragnar Udd and Global Vice President of Corporate Affairs Nick Park. BHP is the largest mining company in the world. Mining of copper, iron ore and coal are among the main areas. The main mining assets are located in Australia and Chile.The Minister then held a meeting with William Hasband, Managing Director and Head of Global Metals and Mining at Citibank. It is one of the largest international banks. It is part of the financial services corporation Citigroup. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/917825

"Affordable housing is not a dream, but a reality that we must create for our citizens," Kassym-Jomart TokayevAccording to the instructions of the Head of State, 18.96 million square meters of housing were built in Kazakhstan in 2024, which is a record figure in housing construction for all the years of the country's independence.Thus, by the end of 2024, 172,089 dwellings were commissioned, of which 39,064 were individual residential buildings. Shymkent, Pavlodar, Turkestan and Kyzylorda regions became the leaders among the regions in terms of construction rates.The year 2024 was a turning point for Kazakhstan's housing policy. In November, the Head of State signed a law on the reform of housing legislation, which will improve the mechanisms of state support for citizens to improve their living conditions. Otbasy Bank will be transformed into a full-fledged development institution that will be engaged in the registration and distribution of housing among needy citizens on a one-stop-shop basis. The reform was carried out in order to increase the transparency of the housing allocation process for waiting lists.Also, within the framework of this law, about 71 thousand citizens living in public housing on a rental basis were given the opportunity to privatize their apartments. The majority of rental housing owners are socially vulnerable segments of the population, WWII veterans, people with disabilities, large families, orphaned children and others.Akimats have bought more than 20 thousand apartments for needy citizens from socially vulnerable categories, and about 13 thousand families have already become owners of their own housing for the first time.In addition, 2.6 billion tenge has been allocated for 2,300 citizens in the form of housing certificates to cover the initial mortgage payment, housing payments have been assigned to 10.4 thousand citizens, housing payments have been allocated to subsidize part of the rent for renting out housing.Within the framework of the Nauryz and Otau state programs, about 10,000 families improved their living conditions in 2024. The state has allocated 1 trillion tenge to support 64,000 families. The government will continue to provide support in subsidizing rents and granting preferential mortgage loans.In 2025, 19 million square meters of housing or 175 thousand dwellings will be built in the country, 111 million square meters of housing are planned to be built by 2029.The Ministry of Industry and Construction, together with local executive bodies, are actively implementing the instructions of the Head of State aimed at ensuring that every citizen of Kazakhstan can live in decent conditions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/917831

The Ministry of Culture and information of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces the start of public discussion of the draft order of the Minister of Culture and information of the Republic of Kazakhstan" on amendments to the order of the minister of Culture and information of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 27, 2024 No. 274-OD" on approval of the standard qualification characteristics of the head (rector) of the Organization of Higher and (or) postgraduate education.The project of this order https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15399297 available at the link.We ask you to participate in the discussion of the project. Press service of the Ministry of Culture and information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/917637

By a decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sydykov Aybek Zheksenalyevich was appointed to the post of Vice Minister of Culture and Information.He started his career in 2006 as a tour guide at the Museum of the History of the City of Almaty.2007-2015 – Researcher, Deputy Director, Director of the Museum of the History of the City of Almaty.2015-2016 – Director of the KGKP "Association of Museums of the city of Almaty".2016-2022 – Head of the Museum Department, Deputy Director of the State State Museum "Center for Cultural Convergence".2022-2025 – Deputy Director of the GRCP "National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan" of the Culture Committee of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Since January 2025 – Vice Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/917760

Inspector of the patrol police battalion of the Almaty region police department Shalkhar Baizhomartov, who died in the line of duty, was awarded the order of the III degree "aybin". The state award was presented to the father of the deceased by Deputy Minister of internal affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidar Saitbekov during a working visit to the Police Department of Almaty region. He expressed condolences to the family and noted the heroism and dedication to the service of senior lieutenant Baizhomartov. - Employees of internal affairs bodies are always at the forefront in the fight against crime and ensuring order. Shalkhar Baizhomartov proved that he served his homeland faithfully, sacrificing his life, – said Aidar Saitbekov. The tragedy occurred on December 20 last year. During the registration of the accident, one of the cars could not take the reins and squeezed the policeman into a company car, causing his death. - Senior police lieutenant Shalkhar Baizhomartov will forever be remembered as a heroic officer, devoted to his service. His feat is a reminder of the importance of the work of police officers who take daily risks for the safety of citizens, – concluded A. Saitbekov. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/917687

A meeting of the Military Council of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs was held in Astana under the chairmanship of Interior Minister Yerzhan Sadenov with the participation of heads of cooperating bodies and military commanders.The meeting reviewed the results of service and combat activities over the past period. Opening the meeting, the head of the Ministry noted that the National Guard in the Interior Ministry system plays one of the key roles in ensuring public safety and law and order in the country.— The National Guard has adequately ensured the fulfillment of its tasks, including in the aftermath of floods. Last year, the Head of State opened a departmental aviation base. The level of material and technical equipment is steadily increasing," said Police Lieutenant General Yerzhan Sadenov.The report was delivered by the First Deputy Commander–in-Chief of the National Guard, Chief of the General Staff, Major General Kairat Aktanov. They were informed about the participation of military personnel in joint exercises and trainings, ensuring law and order, including during important socio-political events, performing patrol duties, suppressing offenses, and increasing the combat potential of special forces units.In addition, the reports of the commanders of the regional commands were heard.Summing up the meeting of the Military Council, the Minister set a number of specific tasks to ensure the combat readiness and combat capability of the troops.In turn, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Commander—in-Chief of the National Guard, Major General Ansagan Baltabekov assured that all assigned tasks will be completed in full.In conclusion, Police Lieutenant General Yerzhan Sadenov congratulated the veterans and personnel on National Guard Day and wished them success in fulfilling their official combat missions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/917176

Over the past year, the operational and criminalistic units of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted almost 50,000 inspections of incident sites, which allowed them to collect "valuable" evidence for investigations.Traces and other physical evidence were removed from 41.4 thousand inspections. In addition, more than 43,000 examinations were performed, which played a key role in the disclosure.According to forensic records, 10,5 thousand positive results were established, which significantly contributed to speeding up investigations and exposing criminals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/917200

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Saken Sarsenov arrived in Kyzylorda region on a working visit. During the visit, the Deputy Minister introduced the new Chief of police of the Kyzylorda region to the activists of the Kyzylorda region and the staff.In coordination with the presidential administration, by order of the Minister of Internal Affairs, Police Colonel Serik Zhursinbayevich Ergeshov was appointed head of the police Department of the Kyzylorda region.Serik Ergeshov has been serving in the internal affairs bodies since 2000. He held various senior positions. Previously, he served as Deputy Head of the Shymkent City Police Department.At the meeting of the region's activists, the Deputy Minister presented a letter of thanks to the Governor of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, on behalf of the Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During the working visit, the Deputy Minister held an operational meeting with the participation of the leadership of the regional DP and personnel.The Minister of Internal Affairs declared 2025 the "Year of Prevention: police on guard of law and order." In order to strengthen the narrative of "Law and Order", he set specific tasks for the heads of the territorial divisions of the Department of Internal Affairs to strengthen preventive measures and raise citizens' legal awareness.These and other issues related to police activities, basic requirements and instructions were brought to the attention of the personnel. The Deputy Minister outlined the priorities for the coming period. He gave recommendations on how to eliminate the shortcomings.Then Saken Sarsenov got acquainted with the use of modern technologies for the prevention and detection of crimes, the progress of digitalization of police work.After examining the operational management center of the regional police department, Saken Sarsenov noted that the center is equipped with logistical equipment for the effective work of employees.It is worth noting that central control centers of police departments have been launched in all districts of the Kyzylorda region. In seven districts of the region, police departments are equipped with 588 video surveillance cameras. 77 video cameras and seven automatic detection systems for traffic violations have been installed in each district.Last year, 138 crimes were solved with the help of cameras and about 50,000 administrative offenses were detected.As part of his working trip, the Deputy Minister visited the Shieli district and the city of Baikonur.I got acquainted with the work of local police departments, conducted an analysis of the state of service discipline and checked the state of material and technical equipment.During the meeting with the personnel of the units, he focused on the tasks assigned by the head of state to the internal affairs bodies. He outlined specific tasks to ensure high-level public order and unconditional observance of law and order by employees.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/917214

A meeting of the heads of the Interior Ministry services with representatives of the Interpol General Secretariat was held in Astana.The purpose of the meeting is to intensify the further development of bilateral relations between the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan and the International Criminal Police Organization — Interpol, as well as active cooperation in countering new challenges and threats.During the meeting with foreign colleagues, key issues of bilateral cooperation with the Organization, prospects for their further strengthening in the field of international investigation, combating transnational crime, terrorism, illegal migration, as well as training and advanced training for law enforcement officers were discussed.Merey Makulzhan, the head of the Kazakhstan NCB Interpol, drew attention to the integration of the Organization's international databases with the information databases of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the practice of their use by police officers of Kazakhstan in their daily service.Foreign partners have separately noted the active cooperation of the NCB Interpol of Kazakhstan with the General Secretariat and all member countries of the Criminal Police Organization, which is at a high level.Representatives of the Interpol Headquarters expressed gratitude for the active support of their initiatives aimed at effective cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/917585

On the border of Tolebiysky district and Shymkent city, while on duty to ensure public order, police officers received a message from a local resident that a minor girl had fainted on the street. He asked for help to take her to the city hospital for first aid.Police officers – senior police Lieutenant Asylbek Myrzakhmetov, police captains Abzal Rakhmatullayev and Madiyar Sengirbayev – promptly began rescuing the girl. They arranged for the victim to be taken to the hospital. One crew regulated traffic, ensuring unhindered passage of the official car, while in the car driven by Myrzakhmetov, Rakhmatullayev provided first aid before arriving at the hospital. As soon as possible, the girl was taken to a medical facility, where she received the necessary treatment.The girl's father expressed gratitude to the staff of the Tolebi district police department for their professionalism and prompt actions that helped save his daughter's life.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/917679

Graduates of the Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Chemical and Biological Sciences, located in the city of Turkestan, have achieved great success. In particular, students of the 12th "K" class – Alikhan Gaidaenko and Dilnura Karimzhanova – received invitations from prestigious universities included in the top 50 of the QS world ranking.Alikhan Gaidaenko was enrolled at the University of British Columbia (UBC), located in Vancouver, Canada. This university is one of the most respected in Canada, a leader in education and research. UBC trains highly qualified specialists in the field of science and technology.Dilnura Karimzhanova has received an invitation from Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), one of the best universities in Asia. PolyU is a world–renowned center for innovation and technology, which trains specialists who meet the most modern requirements of science and industry.It should be noted that this year the first graduation of students will take place at the Turkestan NIS. At the moment, graduates are actively preparing for external final assessment exams and university admission procedures.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/917681

Deputy Akim of the region Yertay Altayev met with the president of the Association of Legal Entities "Civil Alliance of Turkestan region" Inara Namazbayeva.The meeting discussed current projects and activities of non-profit organizations in the region, as well as their plans for the future. Special attention was paid to the preparation of the XII Civil Society Forum, which will be held in honor of Constitution Day, and the issues of strengthening work in this direction.The deputy akim noted the importance of holding events at a modern and creative level, emphasizing that they should be useful to society and inspire young people. He also expressed his willingness to support new initiatives and ideas for the development of this field.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/917683