July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan's TsONs to close during May holidays
Kazakhstan's Public Service Centers (TsONs) will be closed on May 1, 7, and 9, 2024. See the adjusted holiday schedule for regular and on-duty branches across the country.
July 15, 2026
Two Kazakh Entrepreneurs Enter Forbes Billionaires List for First Time
Two Kazakh entrepreneurs, Nurlan Smagulov ($1.3B) and Aydin Rakhimbayev ($1.1B), debut on Forbes billionaires list. Vyacheslav Kim remains richest at $7.8B.
July 15, 2026
Evening News Broadcast at 8:00 PM on July 15, 2026
Watch the 8:00 PM evening news broadcast for July 15, 2026, on channel 24KZ. Stay informed with the latest headlines and updates from this news release on infohub.kz.
July 15, 2026
Death toll in Spain wildfire rises to 13
The death toll from a wildfire in Spain's Almeria rises to 13, mostly foreign nationals. The blaze has scorched 7,000 hectares, among deadliest in years.
July 15, 2026
Almaty Police Seek Driver Who Caused Damage on Esentai Embankment
A car was filmed driving recklessly along the Esentai embankment in Almaty, damaging a lamppost. Police have launched an investigation and vowed to find and punish the perpetrator.
July 15, 2026
Atyrau's 'Malibu' beach cost 31 million tenge, only one of seven city beaches open
Atyrau's 'Malibu' beach cost 31 million tenge to develop, but only one of the city's seven beaches is open this summer due to safety concerns and resident opposition.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan to Launch Production of Jetour, Changan, Chery, and Haval Cars
Kazakhstan plans to start assembling Chinese car brands Jetour, Changan, Chery, and Haval. Minister sets CKD target of 50% by 2027, with production projects in Kostanay and Almaty.
July 15, 2026
Russia's Largest Refinery Complex Halts Processing After Drone Attack
Russia's Gazpromneftekhim Salavat halts processing after drone attack. Damage assessed, recovery may take weeks to months.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan Utility Company Pays 29 Million Tenge in Back Wages
Prosecutors in Mangystau region found 29 million tenge in wage arrears owed to 165 employees of utility company Turmys-Service. The debt was repaid and the company fined.
July 15, 2026
Tokayev arrives in China at Xi Jinping's invitation
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Shanghai at Xi Jinping's invitation. Talks, a roundtable, and participation in an AI conference are planned.
July 15, 2026
From 2 to 3.4 Million Tenge Monthly: Ministry of Labor Names Best-Paying Jobs in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Labor reports June 2026 job data: 108,700 vacancies, top salaries up to 3.4M tenge, leading demand in education and services.
July 15, 2026
Missing Teen Found Dead in Caspian Sea Near Aktau on His 18th Birthday
The body of Azamat Duisekhanov, who vanished on his birthday, was found in the Caspian Sea near Aktau on July 15, 51 km from Aktau and 10 meters from shore.
July 15, 2026
Over 2.5 Million Sign Petition to Exclude Argentina from 2026 World Cup
More than 2.5 million people have signed a petition calling for Argentina's disqualification from the 2026 World Cup, citing biased refereeing favoring Messi.
July 15, 2026
Address Certificates Abolished: How to Get Registration Information in Kazakhstan Now
Since Nov 1, 2019, paper address certificates have been abolished in Kazakhstan. Learn to obtain registration data via eGov.kz, landlord duties, and fines.
July 15, 2026
Graduate explains diploma-tearing scandal: 'It was a copy'
A graduate of ICB College tore up a diploma on stage but later explained it was a copy. He apologized after the viral video sparked public outrage.
July 15, 2026
Air to Scorch to +48°C — Forecasters Warn Residents of Almaty, Astana and Shymkent
Kazhydromet forecasters warned of extreme heat up to +48°C in Almaty, Astana and Shymkent on July 16-18. Detailed three-day weather forecast for each city.
July 15, 2026
Dollar takes another swing: currency rates in Kazakhstan for July 15
After the dollar's decline on KASE, exchange offices cut rates. Find current currency rates for July 15, 2026 in Almaty, Astana, Shymkent: dollar, euro, ruble.