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Residents of the Zhetysu region are complaining about foul-smelling waste near the Aksu Sugar Factory. According to them, beet processing waste is being stored on the adjoining land, accompanied by a strong odour. Ecologists have confirmed the fact of waste dumping, but the enterprise denies its involvement.

A number of sports officials have been brought to disciplinary account following an inspection by the Supreme Audit Chamber (SAC) in organisations under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Tourism and Sport. Auditors stated that budget funds had been used inappropriately, accounting had been conducted with violations, and there was weak control in state organisations.

Akim of the Medeu district of Almaty, Yerkebulan Orazalin, reported that 200 million tenge were allocated for the New Year decoration of the area, but after the tender procedures, the contract amount came to 160 million tenge.

The Prosecutor's Office of Aksu, Pavlodar Region, uncovered a case of the unlawful acquisition of 24 flats that were intended for socially vulnerable citizens. At the time of purchase, the premises were in an unfinished state and were not ready for habitation.

In the village of Myrzatay, Baisak district, Zhambyl region, 12 schoolchildren complained of nausea, vomiting, headache and weakness. Several hours before their condition worsened, the children bought sandwiches and burgers from a shop opposite the school.