ASTANA – A recent survey conducted through the eGov mobile application from March 3 to 9 revealed that 79% of respondents are eager to develop artificial intelligence (AI) skills, reported the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry on March 13.
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More than 53,000 people nationwide participated in the survey, showing that 65% of respondents integrate AI into their daily lives and 35% in their professional activities.
The survey assessed digital literacy levels, finding that 22% of respondents are proficient in AI, 43% have basic knowledge but rarely use it, and 34% are unfamiliar with the technology. Citizens aged 30 to 45, who comprised 48% of participants, engaged most in the survey.
Vice Minister of Digital Development Rostislav Konyashkin noted that the public’s interest in AI presents an opportunity for digital education.
“We see a strong demand for digital skills training. This is a great chance for development,” Konyashkin said.
When asked about AI’s impact on daily tasks, 47% said human oversight remains essential. Meanwhile, 29% expressed concerns about potential job losses, while 22% believed AI would help people focus on more complex work.
Kazakhstan is also introducing regulations on AI. In February 2025, the Mazhilis began reviewing a bill to ban fully autonomous AI systems — those making decisions without human control. The law also proposes classifying AI by risk level and creating a national AI platform.
