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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.
камеры видеонаблюдения
"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.
Информационная платформа
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.
Проверка Центра Бараева
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.
Диагностика заболеваний
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.

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Residents of the village of Karakemer in the Zhambyl region are raising the alarm over a series of tragedies among teenagers.

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Жители села Каракемер в Жамбылской области бьют тревогу из-за серии трагедий среди подростков
Residents of the village of Karakemer in the Korday district of the Zhambyl region have expressed concern following several tragic incidents involving minors. It was previously reported that teenagers had died, with suicide cited as the preliminary cause.

A worker lost his hand on a construction site in Semey after being allowed to work without a safety briefing.

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Рабочий лишился руки на стройке в Семее после допуска без инструктажа
In Semey, a 20-year-old worker suffered a severe injury on a construction site — his arm was amputated after working with equipment without having received safety training or a signed employment contract. The victim is under medical supervision and undergoing treatment. The State Labour Inspectorate Committee is conducting an investigation: a commission has been formed, and the materials may be handed over to law enforcement authorities, as the employer has admitted to allowing the employee to work without health and safety training.

The Senate did not assess the bill on animal euthanasia.

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Сенат не дал оценку закону об эвтаназии животных
The Senate of Kazakhstan has not yet taken a position on amendments to the law on responsible treatment of animals, which provide for the euthanasia of stray animals. The document was received from the Mazhilis on 15 April and is currently under review in the relevant committees. Speaker of the Senate Maulen Ashimbayev stated that deputies will need around 7–10 days for a detailed analysis, including the study of international experience.

The AFM has uncovered a scheme to embezzle 327 million tenge intended for apple orchards in Shymkent.

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АФМ раскрыло схему хищения 327 млн тенге на яблоневые сады в Шымкенте
The Financial Monitoring Agency has completed its investigation into the embezzlement of budget funds allocated for the development of apple orchards in Shymkent. According to the investigation, the former head of the Agriculture Financial Support Fund, Omarov Zh.D., organised a scheme involving affiliated companies. The damage to the state is estimated at over 430 million tenge, and additional violations were identified in the receipt of subsidies totalling more than 327 million tenge. The case has been sent to court, and the suspect remains in custody.

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Head of the DSD (Department of State Revenue) of West Kazakhstan Region detained in connection with illegal import case

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The Anti-Corruption Service of the National Security Committee has shut down a channel for the illegal import of goods across the state border of Kazakhstan. By court order, an official from the state revenue authorities of the West Kazakhstan Region and a resident of the capital have been detained. According to the investigation, the damage to the state amounted to 1.9 billion tenge.

The court in the Abai region identified serious violations during the construction of a residential building.

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строительство
The Economic Court of the Abai Region considered a claim by the State Municipal Enterprise "Semey Vodokanal" regarding access to engineering networks and the demolition of structures above the sewage collector. The claim was dismissed, as the emergency had been resolved. However, the court identified serious violations in the design and construction of the building and forwarded the materials to the prosecutor of the Abai Region.

UPD: FBK is clarifying the circumstances of the export of KazBeef Processing beef.

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Экспорт мяса
The editorial board of FBRK has received official clarifications from KazBeef Processing LLP regarding the recent article on the specific features of beef export control in Kazakhstan. After an additional fact-check, our editorial board considers it necessary to clarify a number of circumstances outlined in the previous publication.

Transport Prosecutor's Office of Kazakhstan will check Air Astana amid the scandal over discounted tickets

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Главная транспортная прокуратура
The Main Transport Prosecutor’s Office has initiated an inspection into the activities of JSC ‘Air Astana’ and JSC ‘FlyArystan’ following publications regarding the possible sale of discounted airline tickets for the benefit of management and related parties. The inspection will be conducted through the Civil Aviation Committee.

Personnel appointments in police bodies have affected a number of regions of Kazakhstan

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МВД РК
In the system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan, a planned rotation of senior management has taken place. By orders of the Minister of Internal Affairs, coordinated with the Presidential Administration, new heads have been appointed to the Ministry’s central office and a number of territorial police departments. The staffing changes have affected several regions of the country.