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How sand extraction is destroying the Ilek River in the Aktobe region

The FBK editorial office has received reports from residents of the Aktobe region concerned about the condition of the Ilek River. According to them, new quarries for the extraction of sand and sand-and-gravel mixtures are actively appearing along the floodplain. People fear that interference with the riverbed and floodplain system could have consequences not only for the ecology but also for the region's water supply.

"No cameras - no trash": how Kazakhstan's ecology ministry explained the refusal to install video surveillance at landfills

The Ministry of Ecology stated that CCTV cameras to combat illegal dumping have been deemed "impractical", as waste is supposedly stored outside populated areas. However, data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, media publications and FBRK investigations show that dumping sites were recorded within cities too, and the government bodies themselves had previously reported on the effectiveness of cameras and digital monitoring.

The "raw" ESUTD platform has become mandatory for Kazakh carriers

The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan has introduced mandatory registration of transport documents in the ESUTD system from 1 June 2026. Users are reporting a lack of verification during platform registration and the public disclosure of personal data in an open chat. The editorial board of the FBRE has decided to look into all the shortcomings of the system.

The centre of Barayev came under the surveillance of ministries

After the FBRC publication about the conflict at the A.I. Barayev Grain Farming Research and Production Centre, our editorial team sent inquiries to state bodies. The Ministry of Agriculture reported that a special group was working to examine the arguments of the complainants, while the Ministry of Labour explained the reasons for refusing to conduct an inspection into one of the appeals.

Difficulties in detecting dangerous diseases in Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, the diagnosis of brucellosis has become a true administrative privilege. Testing can now only be obtained in a state laboratory. Alexey Balas, Director of Development and Innovation at the Olimp Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory, told FBK how a simple decision turned accessible diagnostics into a monopoly.

Новости:

National companies have cut administrative staff after criticism from Tokayev

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 15:57

Нацкомпании сократили административный персонал после критики Токаева

In Kazakhstan’s national energy companies, administrative staff reductions have taken place. The changes have affected the central offices in Astana but have not impacted production units or regional branches.

Two people have died in an explosion at the Kaztsink plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk.

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 15:55

Два человека погибли при взрыве на заводе «Казцинк» в Усть-Каменогорске

At the Kazzinc LLP plant in Ust-Kamenogorsk, an explosion occurred followed by a fire and structural collapse. According to preliminary reports, two people have died, and five others are receiving medical assistance.

JSC "SPK Tobol" has limited payments to management following a state audit.

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 15:51

АО «СПК «Тобол» ограничило выплаты руководству после госаудита

JSC "Socio-Entrepreneurial Corporation (SEC) Tobol" has revised its management and remuneration system after violations were identified during a state audit. The inspection covered the corporation's activities for 2023–2024 and revealed issues in performance assessment and the distribution of rewards.

Roman Sklyar has taken over the Administration of the President of Kazakhstan

Submitted by Вера Александрова on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 13:25

Roman Sklyar has been appointed head of the Administration of the President of Kazakhstan. He replaced Aibek Dadebay.

The reasons for the flooding and erosion of the road in the North Kazakhstan Region were explained by the akimat.

Submitted by Вера Александрова on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 12:37

The authorities have confirmed flooding and erosion of a section of road in the Akzhar district of the North Kazakhstan region. A build-up of water occurred near the village of Bostandyk. It is reported that the flooding is linked to intensive snowmelt and the inflow of floodwaters.

Статьи ФБРК:

The employee of the veterinary control committee of the Ministry of Agriculture stated that there was pressure from management.

Submitted by Gorin_S on Tue, 02/03/2026 - 17:41

The head of the Department of Personnel and Organisational Work of the Veterinary Control and Supervision Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture, Alfiya Zhamkenova, has sent a new appeal demanding protection from pressure after the Agency for Civil Service Affairs issued a submission regarding violations in the committee. According to her, instead of eliminating the violations, three memoranda with disciplinary complaints were sent to her.

The defendants of a criminal group in Astana and Almaty are suspected of extortion and violence.

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 02/03/2026 - 16:53

In Astana and Almaty, officers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Security Committee have detained members of a criminal organisation. According to the investigation, the suspects are linked to kidnapping, extortion, and arson of vehicles. During more than 20 searches, money, bladed weapons, and physical evidence were seized. Six individuals have been placed in a temporary detention facility, and the investigation continues.

Which department is responsible for food safety in school canteens?

Submitted by Gorin_S on Tue, 02/03/2026 - 16:36

30 January 2026, eight pupils from the 'Miras' school in Astana were hospitalised with an acute intestinal infection after lunch in the school canteen. The editorial team of FBRK decided to find out who is responsible for the safety of animal-derived products in educational institutions.

Toll collection on defective sections of paid motorways has been suspended in Kazakhstan

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 02/03/2026 - 16:02

дефектных участках платных автодорог приостановили

On 14 toll sections of republican highways, toll collection has been temporarily suspended due to identified road surface defects. The total area of defective sections amounts to approximately 1,100,000 m². The suspension is in effect from 29 January 2026 until the complete elimination of the defects. Works will begin in 2026 as part of the road construction season.

The court has passed a sentence in the case of fake promo codes worth 473.6 million tenge in Astana.

Submitted by fbrk_news on Tue, 02/03/2026 - 15:53

In Astana, a court of first instance has heard the case of an employee of a trading house and ten of his acquaintances concerning the illegal generation of promo codes for purchasing household appliances. According to the investigation, the defendants were involved in a scheme that caused 473.6 million tenge in damages to the trading house. The sentence has not yet entered into legal force.