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The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated 10.4 billion tenge for the creation of the KazSat-3R satellite.

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The government has allocated 10.4 billion tenge from its reserve to create a new KazSat-3R space communication system. The relevant decree was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The new satellite is intended to replace the current KazSat-3, whose operational lifespan ends in 2029.

Specialists in Almaty found no signs of mudslide threats ahead of the rains

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The hydrological situation on mountain rivers in Almaty remains under control, despite forecast heavy rainfall at the end of July. Specialists continue around-the-clock monitoring of rivers, moraine lakes and hydraulic structures, while residents and tourists are advised to temporarily avoid hiking in the mountains.

27 members of an organised crime group have been convicted for embezzling 3 billion tenge in Turkestan.

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A court in Turkestan has sentenced 27 members of an organised criminal group (OCG), found guilty of embezzling more than 3 billion tenge of budget funds. Depending on their role, each has been given a custodial sentence ranging from 6 to 8 years.

Overpayment of over 200 million tenge arose after a review of state procurement of ear tags in the Turkestan region.

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Over 200 million tenge could be the overpayment on state procurement of ear tags for agricultural animals in the Turkestan region, according to calculations by participants in a legal dispute. After the results of two tenders were reviewed, domestic producers challenged the decisions on the selection of the supplier and appealed to the courts, as well as sending appeals to state authorities.

A Kazakh citizen faces prison in Georgia over a painkiller in their first aid kit.

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A resident of Kazakhstan, who worked as an international freight driver, has come under investigation in Georgia after a painkiller was found on him during a search. According to his family, the man faces a penalty of imprisonment ranging from 9 years to life imprisonment.

Checking subsidies in Shymkent revealed damage to the state of 5 billion tenge

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In Shymkent, an inspection of enterprises that received state subsidies for the development of dairy production has been completed. Based on its findings, auditors identified an estimated damage to the state amounting to 5 billion tenge, and the materials have been submitted for procedural decisions.

The head of the district SES has been reprimanded in the case of the LLP "Agro Protein" in the Akmola region.

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Government agencies have disclosed what measures were taken following a private court ruling in the case of Agro Protein LLP. The head of the district branch of the sanitary-epidemiological service received a reprimand, and the legal dispute over the revocation of the enterprise’s environmental assessment continues.

<p>VAT collection in Kazakhstan reached only 80% of the target in January 2026.</p>

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In January 2026, VAT receipts in Kazakhstan fell 19.8% short of the plan, with a shortfall of 61.9 billion tenge. Meanwhile, corporate income tax and non-tax revenues exceeded forecasts. Transfers from the National Fund and borrowings decreased, while budget spending was absorbed more slowly, which reduced the deficit.

The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for geological exploration.

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The Government of Kazakhstan has allocated over 40.7 billion tenge for the implementation of 20 second-generation geological survey projects at a scale of 1:50,000, covering approximately 100,000 square kilometres in various regions of the country. The work includes aerogeophysical surveys, geochemistry, and digital data processing to update geological maps and identify promising mineral deposit sites.

A senior official of the West Kazakhstan Region is suspected of raping a minor.

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In the West Kazakhstan Region, a case of rape of a minor is under investigation. A 57-year-old official is the suspect. The man was detained but later released, and the investigation continues under Article 120 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Erbol Akhmetzhanov has been dismissed from the post of head of the court of the Zhambyl region

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The Supreme Judicial Council considered the submission of the Chairman of the Supreme Court regarding staffing changes and dismissed Yerbol Akhmetzhanov from the position of acting chairman of the Zhambyl Regional Court. He had been heading the court since 27 February 2020.

Cyber surveillance in Kazakhstan removed 94,000 illegal materials in 2025

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In 2025, 128,483 violations were identified in Kazakhstan’s internet space. Access has been restricted to 33,624 resources, and 94,859 pieces of unlawful content have been removed. These figures are given in the government’s official response to a parliamentary request.
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