August 27, 2026
Yayoi Kusama, Iconic Japanese Artist, Dies at 97
Yayoi Kusama, the iconic Japanese avant-garde artist, has died at 97. Known for her polka dots and immersive installations, she passed away in Tokyo on August 14.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan mine brings British owner $80.8 million in six months
British Central Asia Metals Plc earned $80.8 million from Kazakhstan's Kounrad copper mine in H1 2026. Details in the company's financial report.
August 27, 2026
Chinese Scientists Create Living Fungus Dress That Changes Color and Self-Cleans
Chinese scientists create a dress from living fungus that changes color, self-cleans, and decomposes in soil. Learn how it works and its potential applications.
August 27, 2026
Kazakh Oncologists Conduct Laparoscopy Masterclasses in Dushanbe
Kazakh oncourologists conducted masterclasses and laparoscopic surgeries in Dushanbe, sharing experience with Tajik colleagues. All patients are in satisfactory condition.
August 27, 2026
Is Reading Required Before First Grade? Kazakhstan's Education Ministry Answers
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Education clarifies whether children can enter first grade without reading and counting skills, and how many first-graders are expected in the new school year.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan Consumer Loan Rates Rise Again in July
In July 2026, the average weighted rate on consumer loans in Kazakhstan rose to 21.64%. Learn how rates changed for businesses and individuals.
August 27, 2026
'Escape Wizard' Who Fled Four Prisons Arrested in Spain
Spanish police arrest Albanian criminal known as 'escape wizard' who fled four prisons in Italy and Belgium. Details of the operation and his criminal past.
August 27, 2026
Ambulatory Clinic Opens in Kaindy Village for 316 Mln Tenge from Returned Assets
A new ambulatory clinic in Kaindy village, Aktobe region, built with returned assets, serves 1,400 residents and cost 316 million tenge.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstanis Flock to Banks: Deposits Hit 30.4 Trillion Tenge
By end of July 2026, deposits in Kazakhstan reached 30.4 trillion tenge, up 1.29% in a month. See how time, savings, and demand deposits changed in tenge and foreign currency.
August 27, 2026
Almaty Akimat Explains Why Abai Avenue Is Being Repaired Again
Almaty akimat explains why Abai Avenue is being repaired again: the section from Sain to Momyshuly is included in the plan due to pavement wear, with work to be completed by September 1.
August 27, 2026
Geely Galaxy EX5 EM-i Becomes Kazakhstan's Best-Selling Hybrid
Geely Galaxy EX5 EM-i became the best-selling hybrid in Kazakhstan in July 2026, with sales up 60%. Learn more on infohub.kz.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan's Russia-Qatar-backed coal giant to boost output
Kazakhstan's largest coal producer Bogatyr Komir plans to increase output to 56.9 million tons by 2027. Learn about the company's plans and its shareholders.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan Denies Rumors of Tax on Bank Deposits
Kazakhstan's Ministry of National Economy denies rumors of a 5% tax on bank deposit interest, citing existing tax exemptions and no plans to change.
August 27, 2026
Meta to Pay $18 Billion in Settlement Over Social Media's Impact on Children
Meta to pay $18 billion in settlement over social media's impact on children. New restrictions for teens: time limits, nighttime ban, and notification off.
August 27, 2026
Fireworks for Sister's Birthday Lead to Arrest in Astana
In Astana, a man set off fireworks for his sister's birthday, disturbing the peace, and was arrested for 5 days. Police remind about order.
August 27, 2026
CSTO to Hold Drills in Kazakhstan to Protect Facilities from Drones
CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov announced upcoming exercises in Kazakhstan to protect facilities from drones, including Rubezh-2026, Vzaimodeystvie-2026, and Nerushimoye Bratstvo.
August 27, 2026
Hyundai to Launch Over 100 New Models by 2030
Hyundai plans to launch over 100 new models by 2030, including EVs and EREVs. Details on launches in Europe, China, and other regions.
August 27, 2026
New Regional Trauma and Orthopedics Center Opens in Almaty
A new regional trauma and orthopedics center has opened in Almaty, uniting services for the city and region. It offers full-cycle care for severe injuries, including surgery and rehabilitation.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan Tax Committee Assesses 110bn Tenge in Additional Taxes in Q1
Kazakhstan's State Revenue Committee assessed 109.7bn tenge in additional taxes in Q1 2026, collecting 29.3bn. Over 6,400 audits were conducted.
August 27, 2026
Gold Ore Processing Plant to Be Built in Zhambyl Region
A gold ore processing plant with a capacity of 1 million tons per year will be built in the Zhambyl region. The Shokpar-Gagarinskoye project: timeline, volumes, owners.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan may exempt QR payments from VAT
Kazakhstan's Ministry of National Economy proposes exempting QR payments and other non-cash methods from VAT to boost digital payments. Details on infohub.kz.
August 27, 2026
Akmola Region Resident Loses 3 Million Tenge to TikTok Scammers
A resident of the Akmola region lost 3 million tenge after falling for TikTok scammers. The man became a drop, unaware of the criminal scheme. Details on infohub.kz.
August 27, 2026
WHO Warns Ebola Fight in Congo at Risk Due to $30M Funding Gap
WHO warns that a $30 million funding gap threatens Ebola control in the DRC, with over 5,600 cases and 2,700 deaths reported.
August 27, 2026
Kazakhstan's 'Umai' Mortgage for Women: Launch Date and Terms
Kazakhstan's 'Umai' mortgage for women: launch on August 31, 2026, terms, 14.8% rate, down payment from 15%, up to 50 million tenge.