Kazakhstan Expands Energy Capacity with Major Additions in 2024
ASTANA – Kazakhstan introduced energy generation power with a total capacity of more than 700 megawatts (MW) in 2024, the Ministry of Energy reported on Dec. 27. Kazakhstan launched several energy projects to enhance its power generation capacity. Among these was the commissioning of Unit No. 1 at the Ekibastuz State Regional Power Plant (GRES-1),…
Kazakh Chess Players Win Record Number of Medals in 2024
ASTANA – Kazakh chess players won a record 160 medals including 55 gold, 54 silver, and 51 bronze last year at official international tournaments of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Asian Chess Federation (ACF), reported the Kazakhstan chess federation. One of the year’s highlights was the women’s national team’s silver medal at the…
