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Supreme Audit Chamber of the Republic of Kazakhstan participated in the external audit of the International Anti-Corruption Academy 29.05.2025
From May 14 to May 16, 2025, the representative of the Supreme Audit Chamber of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Lyailim Kashimova, together with colleagues from the supreme audit institutions of Russia and Thailand, conducted an external audit of the financial statements of the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) for 2024. The audit took place at the Academy's headquarters in Laxenburg, Austria.The International Anti–Corruption Academy is an educational organization specializing in training representatives of various countries in the field of modern methods of combating corruption. The Academy consists of 80 UN member states, including Kazakhstan, as well as a number of international organizations.The audit results will be presented at the IACA Assembly at the end of this year. In 2024, Supreme Audit Chamber of Kazakhstan was nominated for the position of the IACA's independent auditor for the period 2024-2026.Subscribe to the Telegram channelSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/esep/press/news/details/1002720?lang=kk
The Agency participates in International Forum on Anti-Corruption 29.05.2025
A representative of the Agency took part in the Saudi-Maldivian International Forum on Combating Corruption and Promoting Integrity in Tourism held in Malé.The event brought together representatives from over 40 member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Participants included anti-corruption and tourism officials from Qatar, Jordan, Palestine, countries of the Middle and Far East, as well as the CIS, including Kazakhstan, Azerbaijanand Uzbekistan.Key participants included OIC Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha, President of the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mazin bin Ibrahim Al-Kahmous, President of the Anti-Corruption Commission of the Maldives Uz. Adam Shamil and other international experts.Forum attendees were presented with Kazakhstan’s experience in preventing corruption, along with a video highlighting the development of tourism in the country in line with the directives of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The presentation sparked increased interest in Kazakhstan as a promising tourist destination and a partner in international cooperation. Several foreign delegations expressed interest in establishing bilateral contacts and organizing visits to Kazakhstan.The forum concluded with the adoption of a set of recommendations aimed at enhancing integrity in tourism, including the development of international anti-corruption cooperation, the introduction of digital solutions for transparency, the improvement of public procurement and public-private partnership mechanisms in tourism and the expansion of civic engagement in monitoring anti-corruption measures.Kazakhstan’s participation in the forum helped represent the country on the international stage, strengthen partnerships and reinforce its status as an active participant in the global anti-corruption dialogue.VIDEO FOR TV CHANNELS: https://disk.yandex.kz/d/kPOOZ8Ml4dF1kg #Law_and_Order#LAWandORDERIf you are faced with corruption, please report it by Hotline 1424 and send photos/videos to our WhatsApp chatbot at +7 777 000 1424 or our Telegram bot @antikorkz_bot.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption/press/news/details/1002761?lang=kk
Meeting with veteran educators 29.05.2025
Wonderful moments from the meeting with veteran teachers held in the Beskaragai district!A festive atmosphere, students’ performances, and an evening filled with sincere gratitude.Joy was shining on the faces of our teachers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/beskaragay-roo/press/news/details/1002762?lang=kk
International Anti-Corruption Seminar: Experience Exchange with Germany 29.05.2025
From May 13 to 15, 2025, a three-day seminar was held at the Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Astana, featuring German experts and organized with the support of the German Foundation for International Legal Cooperation.Participants included representatives from the Anti-Corruption Agency, the General Prosecutor’s Office, the Financial Monitoring Agency, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Law Enforcement Academy under the General Prosecutor’s Office.The German side was represented by Wolf-Tilman Baumert, Head of the Department for the Investigation of Economic Crimes at the Wuppertal Prosecutor's Office in the federal state of North Rhine–Westphalia and Markus Menzel Prosecutor from the Anti-Corruption Division.During the seminar, the German experts presented a comprehensive and multi-level approach to preventing corruption in Germany, covering federal, regional and municipal levels.Special focus was given to criminal prosecution, prevention of conflicts of interest, lifting of immunity, combating trading in influence, oversight of non-material benefits, bribery of officials and the prevention of promising or offering bribes.Participants also discussed avenues for harmonizing Kazakhstan’s anti-corruption legislation with international standards, including recommendations from the OECD, GRECO and the UN Convention against Corruption.At the end of the event, the Agency expressed gratitude to the German Foundation for International Legal Cooperation for its support in organizing the seminar and to the German colleagues for their valuable practical input.Kazakhstan intends to continue developing a constructive partnership with Germany based on the principles of transparency, rule of law and integrity in public service.The knowledge gained will serve as a foundation for future initiatives, joint research and educational programs, making this seminar a significant step in strengthening international cooperation in anti-corruption efforts.#Law_and_Order#LAWandORDERIf you are faced with corruption, please report it by Hotline 1424 and send photos/videos to our WhatsApp chatbot at +7 777 000 1424 or our Telegram bot @antikorkz_bot.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption/press/news/details/1002773?lang=kk
"An event titled 'Children – the Light of the World' was held for International Children's Day" 29.05.2025
On June 1, the event "Balalar – alemnin zharygy" was held in the central library named after Saken Seifullin to mark Children's Day. This event consisted of two parts. The first part was held at the Bayterek day care center in the Zhetisu region. A fun and informative program specially designed for children with special needs was presented here. Within the framework of the event, a melodious song was performed by a 3rd grade student of gymnasium No. 12, Yesetai Dimash, and the Plombir animation center gave the children a good mood through various games. The main sponsors of the event were philanthropist, individual entrepreneur Naimanbayev Bolatbek Zhanadilovich and the support of the Party of the Republic, as well as the presentation of high-quality gifts to children. The main purpose of this cultural event is to cheer up children with special needs, feel their place in society, give them the opportunity to develop their creative abilities and create an atmosphere of friendship and kindness. In addition, drawing the attention of parents and caregivers to the importance of inclusive education. The second part continued in the Saken Seifullin Regional Library. The festive event began with the song "Kel dosym, kitapkhanaga" performed by students of school No. 28 Zaitbek Nurasyl and Abilova Ailin. During the event, children's writer, member of the Writers' Union of Kazakhstan Iskabai Ali Apekovich and children's writer, honorary citizen of Koksu district Zhumabala Balakaranova congratulated the children on the holiday, expressed their best wishes and wished them success in the future. Various cultural and entertainment programs aimed at entertaining children and developing their creativity were organized at the festive event. Beautiful songs were sung and funny dances were danced during the event. In order to activate the children's activities, such exciting and demanding team games as the puzzle game "My favorite cartoon character, "Glass in the hut," "The world at your fingertips" and "Numbers speak" were played. In addition, a drawing contest was held with the participation of small brush masters, where children drew various images of their imagination on paper. The children who took an active part in all the games were given special gifts, sweets and memorable gifts. Every child who came to the party was happy, and was given a warm festive spirit. The event was attended by pupils of the Zhetisu Juvenile Adaptation Center and school students.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1002482?lang=kk
Akim of the district met with residents of Nagi Ilyasov and Shagan villages 29.05.2025
Akim of the district Berik Sarmenbayev met with residents of Nagi Ilyasov and Shagan villages within the framework of reporting meetings. The meetings were attended by chairman of the district maslikhat Yerzhan Azhikenov, Deputies of the district maslikhat, heads of independent departments and institutions. During the meeting, the head of the district noted the work done and socio-economic achievements in the region. -With the direct support of the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, targeted initiatives and large-scale projects are being implemented in the Syr region. This year, all settlements on the territory of the region will be provided with 100% centralized drinking water. In the direction of providing the population with electricity, the cost is 11 billion rubles. 38 projects worth tenge are being implemented. In accordance with the instructions of the president, in order to prevent the shortage of electricity in the southern regions, during a recent business trip to Qatar, within the framework of the intergovernmental agreement, it was agreed to build a steam and gas plant with a capacity of 1100 MW, the cost of which is 800 billion tenge. New steam gas installations will be built on the territory of the Syrdarya district. Within the framework of the national project" comfortable school " it is planned to build 10 schools. To date, 6 educational institutions have been commissioned. 4 Schools will be transferred before the new academic year. Cost 8 billion. 400 million. a 400-seat physics and mathematics boarding school with a 300-seat hostel for gifted children will be opened in the coming days. "Within the framework of the national project ""modernization of healthcare in rural areas"", 28 facilities have been built, providing high – quality medical services to the population, " Berik Abdygapparovich said." Today, on the initiative of the head of the region Nurlybek Mashbekovich Nalibayev, large-scale projects are being implemented in the district. The population of the district is 100% provided with clean drinking water. 670 million in the last 3 years. in tenge, drinking water networks were updated in the villages of Terenozek, Shagan, Kogalykol, Amankeldy. The project of gasification of the settlements of terenozek, Kalzhan Akhun, Saken Seifullin, Askar Tokmagambetov and N. Ilyasov has been fully completed. In addition, the cost is 2.6 million rubles. work is underway to gasify the village of Chagan in tenge. In the district center, the cost is 1.5 billion rubles. the construction of the Rukhaniyat Center, which will be tenge, has been completed and put into operation for the benefit of the country. Last year, within the framework of the national project" modernization of rural healthcare", the cost was 241.1 million. medical facilities in the village of Terenozek and the settlement of Amankeldy were overhauled in tenge. This year, the building of the outpatient clinic in the village of Chagan received млн 361 million. "I don't know," he said. During the reporting meetings, residents expressed their suggestions. The head of the district noted that all issues will be in the spotlight, and gave instructions to the heads of the relevant industries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1002490?lang=kk
The open house "Dad is my support, mom is my heart" was held 29.05.2025
During the 10-day campaign dedicated to Children's Day, on May 22, an open day "Akem - tiregim, anam - zhuregim" was held, organized by the KSU "Family Support Center of Karaganda city" of the Department of Employment and Social Programs of Karaganda city.The purpose of the event is to create public awareness about the priority approach of the state to childhood issues as an important area of state policy.Special concert programs for children were organized at the event.Free ice cream and gifts were given.The children were in a great mood and expressed special gratitude!The event was attended by representatives of the Department of Education, Health, Emergency Management, police officers, representatives of the career center, and specialists from the psychological assistance center.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/otdel-social-karagandy/press/news/details/1002492?lang=kk
A solemn event "Сulture is the essence of spiritual life" was held 29.05.2025
Today, with the participation of Akim of the district Berik Sarmenbayev, a festive concert dedicated to the day of culture and art workers "culture is the essence of spiritual life" was held. The solemn meeting was attended by honorary citizen of Kyzylorda region, composer Ramazan Taimanov, chairman of the District Public Council Marat Espenbetov, honorary citizen of Syrdarya district, winner of the order "Kurmet", aitysker Akyn Mamyr Baidaulet, excellent worker of culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, honorary citizen of Syrdarya district, aitysker Akyn Nurmat Mansur, Deputies of the district maslikhat, veterans and employees of art and culture. During the event, the honored guests got acquainted with the work of the orchestra of folk instruments "Doszhany of the Kurakty", an exhibition of traditions, national cuisine and books. The head of the district congratulated the audience on the significant day and noted the achievements of the industry. - Head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a solemn meeting in Akorda on the theme: "Culture is the passport of the nation. The world knows our country, first of all, through our art. We are the legitimate heir to a unique culture that has taken root in the Great Steppe. The unique works of unique artists from the Kazakh land brought up a whole nation." Culture is the style of the nation, art is the treasure of the people. In order to expand the culture and art of the country, modernize its spirituality, a large-scale work is being carried out on behalf of the head of state, with the support of Governor of the region Nurlybek Mashbekovich Nalibayev. Last year, within the framework of the "Year of spirituality" announced in the region, the cost of all 7 districts amounted to млрд 11 billion. 500 million. "Rukhaniyat" Center, which consists of a marriage hall, a library, a museum, an archive, a palace of youth, a house of veterans and mothers, is being built and is becoming the center of our national values. "Anaga tagzym", "Family Center", multifunctional center "Oner" for 1000 seats were built and transferred for the benefit of the country. Recently, the creative and innovative Academy for children and adolescents "Syr zhuldyz" has started its work in the Regional Center, which accepts up to 500 students at a time, up to 3 thousand students per day. Under the auspices of Souths oil, a new building of the Kyzylorda higher College of music named after Kazangap is being built, which contributes to the improvement of cultural heritage and National Art. Cost 2 billion. 300 million. "I don't know," he said. These objects will be handed over to the public in the coming days. Within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly this year, the cost in Kyzylorda amounted to 3 billion US dollars. 800 million. "the House of friendship" is being built. Dana Abay " everyone has the right to art..."as they say, as a result of the great support for the work of the industry in the district, art collectives created by the Masters of culture are recognized by the cheese community. "The ensemble of fathers" "Ulagat" "and the ensemble ""Altyn Kazyna "" from the veterans of the cultural sphere were created and honored with their art." The orchestra of folk folk instruments named after "Doszhany of Kurak", folk vocal ensembles "rhythm", which has more than 50 years of history, revive their creative path. The Folk Dance Ensemble "balausa" recently won the main prize at the International Art Competition in Almaty and received a ticket to Baku. On behalf of the people of the district, I express my sincere gratitude to the workers of culture and art who dedicated their destiny to great deeds before the nation. Let the status of our culture be higher every time, and your contribution to the spirituality of the people is multiplied! - said Berik Abdygapparovich. At the solemn meeting, citizens who have honored the culture and art of the district will be awarded the badge "Madeniyet janashyry". Also, specialists and veterans of the industry were awarded with "letters of thanks" from the Akim of the region, the head of the Department of culture, archives and documentation and the Akim of the district. At the festive concert, well-known artists, creative teams and young talents of our region performed songs and performed artistic dances.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1002505?lang=kk
A meeting was held with young specialists on the selection of the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve 29.05.2025
On May 22, 2025, the State Institution "Department for Mobilization Training, Territorial and Civil Defense of the Akimat of Kostanay region " held a meeting with young specialists on the selection of the Presidential Youth Personnel ReserveSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/upr-ump-kostanay/press/news/details/1002506?lang=kk
Current Issues in the Healthcare Sector Discussed in Zhanaozen 29.05.2025
On May 21, an official meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Akim of Zhanaozen city, Janseit Kainarbayev. The meeting addressed several important issues in the healthcare sector. Heads of city medical institutions and representatives of relevant agencies participated in the event.During the presentations, the results of the work carried out in the first four months of 2025 and plans until the end of the year were presented by institutions such as City Polyclinics No.1 and No.3, the Multidisciplinary City Hospital, the Emergency Medical Assistance Station, the Department of Sanitary and Epidemiological Control, and the Higher Medical College.The Akim of the city instructed that the major renovation of the City Polyclinic No.3 be completed on time and with high quality. Measures to temporarily relocate the infectious diseases department to another facility were also discussed.During the meeting, the city head strongly emphasized the need to relocate the radiology department to the maternity hospital building, to upgrade the fleet of emergency vehicles, and to increase the number of medical teams and specialists by the end of the year.In addition, concern was expressed about the low vaccination rate across the city, and it was noted that public awareness efforts in this area remain insufficient. In this regard, doctors of city polyclinics and medical centers were instructed to carry out systematic outreach and education work with the population.At the conclusion of the meeting, specific instructions were given to industrial enterprises to strengthen responsibility for cleanliness and urban beautification, and to actively participate in community clean-up campaigns.As a result of the meeting, responsible officials were tasked with implementing the instructions within the established deadlines. All assignments were documented in the meeting protocol and their execution placed under control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-goroda-zhanaozen/press/news/details/1002510?lang=kk
An on-site public hearing was held on the topic "Solid household waste and issues of its disposal" 29.05.2025
Today, on May 22, the Munaishi Cultural Center in Zhanaozen hosted an on-site public hearing on "Solid household waste and issues of its disposal," organized by the Permanent Commission of the Mangystau Regional Maslikhat on Entrepreneurship, the agricultural Sector, Land Relations and Environmental Management.The meeting was held by deputy of the Mangystau regional maslikhat, chairman of the standing Committee Zhanbyrbai Zhanibekovich Matayev. During the hearing, reports were made by Kadyrzhan Kazhymukanovich Zhankeev, Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of the Mangystau region, Adilet Dosanovich, Head of the Department of the local police Service of the Mangystau region Police Department, Police Lieutenant Colonel Nurseyt Neruovich Orazov, as well as Sami Adilet Dosanovich, Head of the Department of Housing and Communal Services and Housing Inspection of the city of Zhanaozen.The public hearing was attended by representatives of the Zhanaozen Akimat, deputies of the regional and city maslikhats, staff of the maslikhat office, heads of regional departments and departments, representatives of political parties and the public council, entrepreneurs and representatives of the media.During the event, the participants of the public hearing voiced suggestions and opinions, and topical issues were discussed.Following the hearing, a resolution "On the systemic development of entrepreneurship" was adopted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-goroda-zhanaozen/press/news/details/1002513?lang=kk
Anti-corruption volunteerism as a tool to strengthen the rule of law on the ground 29.05.2025
The Anti-Corruption Service of Almaty held a training seminar for students participating in the Anti—Corruption Volunteering project. The event is aimed at developing practical skills of civic control among young people and involving them in real work to prevent corruption.The head of the Anti-Corruption Service of Almaty, Arman Rakhimov, addressed the participants with a welcoming speech. He stressed the importance of youth participation in public initiatives and the importance of creating a culture of legality in everyday life. The provisions of the Concept for the promotion of the ideology of Law and Order in society for 2025-2030 were also presented.In addition, the speakers and experts at the meeting told the participants in detail what corruption is, how it manifests itself in different spheres of life and how to recognize its signs in everyday situations.The Anti—Corruption Volunteering project in Almaty unites more than 260 activists, most of whom are students. They are not only trained, but also actively involved in socially significant activities. As part of their work, volunteers monitor the quality of landscaping of residential areas, playgrounds and sports grounds, highways and other social infrastructure facilities.Thanks to their efforts, facts of misuse of budget funds, planning violations and construction defects were revealed. Since the beginning of the project, the risks of overcharging for public procurement in the amount of more than 2.5 billion tenge have been prevented. In total, about 70 public monitoring sessions were conducted.Also, the volunteers are actively engaged in educational activities. The project creates an active civil society and develops a sense of responsibility for the future of the country among young people."Today's youth are tomorrow's leaders. Through such projects, we do not just teach, we form a new culture — a culture of zero tolerance for corruption. It is very important that young people are aware of their role and actively participate in the changes. We are proud of every volunteer who contributes to the common cause," said Arman Rakhimov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/anticorruption-almaty/press/news/details/1002518?lang=kk
Uniting to Help 29.05.2025
On May 30 at 17:00, the nationwide campaign “PEOPLE’S LAWYER” will simultaneously launch in all major cities of Kazakhstan!If you have legal questions and don’t know where to get professional advice, take this opportunity to consult with the best experts in the country.“People’s Lawyer” is a free legal assistance campaign for the public, provided by representatives of government bodies, leading lawyers, and attorneys of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The campaign is supported by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and organized by the Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the online publication Zakon.kz, the Paragraf information system, the Republican Bar Association, government authorities, and top lawyers and attorneys of Kazakhstan.Locations of the campaign:1. Aktau – 34th microdistrict, Building 9, “House of Friendship”2. Zhanaozen, Kendirli village – House of Culture, Kendirli village, Zhuldyz microdistrict, Zhyngyldy street, Building 200A3. Beineu village, Beineu district – “AMANAT” Party office, Dosan Tazhiyev street, Building 9G4. Kuryk village, Karakiya district – Karakiya District Museum of History and Local Lore, 1st microdistrict, Building 3415. Shetpe village, Mangystau district – House of Culture, Ortalyk street, Building 426. Mangystau village, Munaily district – House of Culture named after Fariza Ongarsynova, 24th quarter, Building 10/57. Tupkaragan district, Fort-Shevchenko – House of Culture, Nursultan Ongalbaiuly street, Building 53More details: https://lp.prg.kz/kk/narod-jur-2025/We welcome everyone in need of qualified legal assistance!Mangystau Region Department of JusticeSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-goroda-zhanaozen/press/news/details/1002525?lang=kk
Preventive lecture on "Say no to drugs" 29.05.2025
A preventive lecture on "Say no to drugs" was held at secondary school No. 16.The event was aimed at forming a stable negative attitude towards narcotic substances among young people, promoting a healthy lifestyle, as well as raising the level of legal and medical awareness of students.As part of the lecture, the students were given:• Kobeev Dauren Askaruly — Senior operative for particularly important cases of the Department for Combating Drug Crime of the Almaty City Police Department, Police Lieutenant Colonel,• Simova Meruert Onlasinkyzy — Senior Inspector of the Juvenile Police Department, Police Major,• Igembergenov Aldiyar Bakhytovich — Chief specialist of the state Legal Department of the office of Akim of Almaly district.Special attention was paid to the harm of drugs to health, including irreversible changes in brain function, destruction of internal organs, mental and physical degradation.The danger of addiction formation, which leads to social isolation, family conflicts, loss of interest in studies and work, and in some cases, tragic outcomes, is emphasized separately.The speakers spoke in detail about the legal consequences of the use and distribution of narcotic drugs, highlighted issues of criminal and administrative responsibility, and shared practical cases from their professional activities.The lecturers also emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle as an alternative to bad habits: regular physical activity, proper nutrition, emotional stability, participation in sports and cultural events promote health and harmonious personal development.It is noted that a conscious choice in favor of health, personal responsibility and legal behavior is a key factor in shaping a successful and secure future.Such events contribute not only to improving the legal literacy of schoolchildren, but also to strengthening interdepartmental cooperation between government agencies and educational institutions in the prevention of offenses and drug addiction among young people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-almaly/press/news/details/1002285?lang=kk
Guardians and trustees can apply for permission to dispose of their wards' property and social benefits via eGov.kzPrintable version 29.05.2025
A new service has been launched on the eGov.kz portal that allows guardians and trustees to obtain permission to manage the property and social benefits of their wards. This service is intended for the legal representatives of adult citizens who have been declared legally incompetent or have limited legal capacity by a court. The service is provided free-of-charge and allows to obtain official permission to dispose of the wards' assets.Thanks to integration with government agencies' information systems, the electronic application process has become easier. If the necessary information has already been digitized, it is uploaded automatically when the application is being filled out, reducing the risk of errors and eliminating the need to re-enter data.To get the service, the user needs to:Sign in to the eGov.kz portal and go to "For citizenry" - "Social security provision" - "Family assistance (support)" section.Select the service "Issuance of a permit for the disposal of property, withdrawal of pensions, allowances, social benefits received by an incapacitated or partially incapacitated adult, and alienation of property of citizens recognized by a court decision as incapacitated or partially incapacitated" and click "Request Online".Fill-in the required fields.Select one of the order types, fill in the required fields, then click Next.Sign an application using one of the available signing methods.Following the review of your application, you will receive an electronic order or substantiated refusal in your personal account. The decision is provided within five working days.The new service was implemented thanks to the cooperation of the Public Services Committee of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, National Information Technologies JSC and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1002286?lang=kk
1 GW of wind energy: the largest renewable energy project is being built in Kostanay region 29.05.2025
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
In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 250 dated December 6, 2013, the National Competition "Mereily Otbasy" is held annually in Kazakhstan. 29.05.2025
The national competition is aimed at reviving moral values and cultivating a positive image of family and marriage (matrimony), raising the status of the family.Families participate in the competition by self-nomination, as well as on the recommendation of local executive bodies and legal entities.The application for participation in the competition is submitted to the district (city) commission from May 15 to June 15, 2025.The competition is held in two stages:The first is the district (city) stage (from May 15 to June 15).The second stage is the regional (cities of republican significance, the capital) stage (from June 30 to July 15).On the basis of decisions of regional (cities of republican significance, the capital) commissions, the winning families are awarded the title of laureate of the National competition "Mereily Otbasy".The award ceremony for the winners of the competition will be held in Astana in a solemn atmosphere on the eve of Family Day in September.The organizers of the contest are the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, local executive bodies with the support of the National Commission for Women and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.For more information, please contact the Department of Internal Policy, Culture, Language Development and Sports. 8 /71635/ 22-0-10.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-zhaksy/press/news/details/1002320?lang=kk
The delegation of the Green Climate Fund visited Karaganda region 29.05.2025
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
Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve 2025 29.05.2025
On June 1, 2025, the selection process for the Presidential Youth Personnel Reserve will begin, in which citizens of Kazakhstan no older than 35 years old, who speak the state language at least at the B1 level, with higher education and at least 5 years of work experience can participate.The selection process consists of several stages and will be held from June to October 2025.Based on its results, the 50 best candidates will be selected for the Reserve. Within 3 years from the date of enrollment, reservists can be appointed to various government positions directly without going through a competitive selection process.An application for participation in the selection can be submitted from June 1 to June 30 on the website pkrezerv.gov.kz .To participate in the selection process, you must upload copies of the following documents to your personal account:1. Higher education diploma2. A document confirming employment (according to art. 35 of the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan)3. A valid QAZAQ RESMI TEST or KAZTEST certificate confirming proficiency in the state language at least at the B1 level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/upr-ump-kostanay/press/news/details/1002353?lang=kk