Billions in 'Bolashak' Scholarships Awarded to Unqualified Candidates in Kazakhstan
A state audit revealed significant mismanagement in Kazakhstan's 'Bolashak' scholarship program, with billions allocated to individuals not meeting the criteria.
A state audit revealed significant mismanagement in Kazakhstan's 'Bolashak' scholarship program, with billions allocated to individuals not meeting the criteria.
Residents of Almaty should be aware of potential temporary power outages due to scheduled maintenance on the electricity grid from April 27th to April 30th.
Proposed changes to early pension withdrawal rules in Kazakhstan faced significant public opposition, leading to their rejection.
Official reports suggest a doubling of teacher salaries in Kazakhstan, but educators and experts question these figures, citing stagnant real incomes and low international rankings.
Despite legalizing remote work, many Kazakhstani employees continue to choose traditional office environments. Explore the reasons behind this trend.
A groundbreaking cultural initiative spearheaded by Dimash Kudaibergen has achieved remarkable success, attracting over 2 billion views globally and fostering cultural exchange between Kazakhstan and China.
Two employees at the MAEK plant in Aktau are receiving medical treatment after a chemical spill involving hydrochloric acid.
A young woman from Shymkent has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Kazakh national to be accepted into Stanford University's doctoral program with significant funding.
Meyrambek Besbayev expresses heartfelt gratitude to audiences across Kazakhstan for their support during MuzART's 25th-anniversary concerts.
Kazakhstan has proposed favorable terms to neighboring nations regarding water resource allocation, aiming to secure agricultural needs and ensure regional stability.
New labor laws in Kazakhstan, effective June 8, 2026, compel businesses to re-evaluate civil contracts, potentially leading to the rehiring of former employees.
Kazakhstan simplifies residency for skilled professionals in 51 fields, removing the Kazakh language proficiency requirement to attract foreign talent.
New technologies and stricter enforcement are being deployed in Karaganda to combat overloaded trucks, aiming to preserve road infrastructure and enhance safety.
Residents in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu region face deteriorating living conditions in historic buildings, with authorities outlining relocation plans.
Ethnic Kazakh boxer Sayat Ilyasov, who recently joined the Kazakhstan national team, has won gold in his debut tournament representing his new country.
A significant new hydrocarbon discovery at the "Fatima" structure in the Kashagan field could revitalize Kazakhstan's oil sector and boost domestic gas supply.
A 30-sotka land plot in Almaty's Terekty area has become the center of a legal battle, with residents demanding its return to state ownership.
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in the national "Clean Kazakhstan" initiative, planting a tree in Astana's Samal Park.
Discover the current life of Nurzhan Urkeshbayev, who gained attention in the early 2000s for premature aging, facing ongoing challenges with employment and housing.
Shymkent-based auto blogger Ruslan Zhanpeisov has been detained for 4 days for disobeying a police officer, following a previous acquittal.
Astana is preparing for the launch of its Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, which will bring significant changes to bus routes and the overall public transportation network.
A kindergarten teacher in Temirtau has been dismissed following the release of disturbing CCTV footage showing her striking a young child.
Construction of a new infectious disease hospital in Shemonaikha has been halted after the discovery of human skeletal remains, sparking local concern.
Kazakhstan's People's Artist Makpal Zhunusova shared a poignant memory of being unfairly disqualified from a major competition, highlighting early career struggles.