Kazakhstan's first conviction for improper winter road maintenance after a bus crash killed five in Mangystau region. Road worker sentenced to 2.5 years probation.
Nurlan Artykbaev sold an 8.9% stake in Kazakhtelecom to Samruk-Kazyna. The fund's stake rose to 91.27%. The businessman earned about 35 billion tenge in a year.
Kazakh scientist Zhaulaubai Kydyrbaev, known for vaccines against avian flu and brucellosis, died at 76. He authored over 200 papers and won multiple awards.
Kazakhstan plans to boost household appliance production to 360,000 units by 2025 for export to the EAEU market, said Minister of Industry Kanat Sharlapayev.
Planned electricity, hot and cold water outages in Astana on July 16. Check schedules and address lists from official sources. Full details at infohub.kz.
A 22.5-hectare island in East Kazakhstan region is on sale for $10 million, offering potential for a luxury resort or private club. The land is privately owned.
A court in Almaty sentenced activist Aizhan Mameshova to restriction of freedom, applying amnesty with a five-year ban on public activities. Her lawyer plans to appeal.
Since 2026, over 900 people have gone missing in Aktobe region, including 470 minors. Police continue searching for three individuals. Details on infohub.kz.
US-Iran conflict leads Dubai's DP World to plan a Fujairah port bypassing the Strait of Hormuz as Jebel Ali traffic plummets, while regional nations seek routes.
Kazakhstan's first AI university QAIRU explains why it won't offer grants for college graduates in 2026 due to insufficient applicants, paid enrollment allowed.
Kazakh weightlifter Alexey Churkin, world vice-champion, received a three-room apartment in Astana from the Weightlifting Federation. Details on infohub.kz.
A newborn girl's body was found in a hotel sewer in Astana. Residents complain about ongoing disturbances; police investigate. Read more on infohub.kz.
Amendments to Kazakhstan's Labor Code allow employers to consider professional qualification documents alongside diplomas, opening new paths for workers without degrees. Read more on infohub.kz.