Kazakh Judoka Gusman Kyrgyzbayev Wins Bronze at Paris Olympics
ASTANA – Gusman Kyrgyzbayev, a 31-year-old Kazakh judoka, secured a bronze medal in the 66-kilogram weight class at the Paris Olympic Games 2024 on July 27, reported the National Olympic Committee’s press service. Kyrgyzbayev advanced to the semifinals but was defeated by Brazilian judoka Willian Lima. Despite this, he continued to compete for a medal…
Smetov Wins Gold, Becomes First Judo Olympic Champion in Kazakhstan’s History
ASTANA – Kazakh judoka Yeldos Smetov won gold in the men’s final of the 2024 Paris Olympics in the weight category up to 60 kilograms today. Smetov defeated France’s Luka Mkheidze, the bronze medal winner of Tokyo 2020. Smetov thanked all Kazakh people for their support and said this is “a historic moment” for the…
Dimash Kudaibergen to Perform in Singer 2024 Show
ASTANA – Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen will perform in the final of the Singer 2024 vocal competition, which will be broadcast live on China’s Hunan TV channel on July 26, reported Kazinform, citing the Chinese microblogging website Weibo. According to the competition terms, finalists will perform duets with specially invited singers in the first round.…
Astana Decks Out for Fifth World Nomad Games (VIDEO)
ASTANA — Astana is in full swing, gearing up for the Fifth World Nomad Games, scheduled from Sept. 8 to 13, according to an announcement on the capital’s administration Instagram account on July 25. Over 2,000 participants from 89 countries will participate in the event, drawing over 100,000 tourists eager to witness the sports competitions…
Kazakhstan Outscores US and Sweden in Global Safety Index
ASTANA — Kazakhstan ranked safer than the United States, Sweden, and Great Britain, according to the safety report by Numbeo. This global database provides insights into public safety and crime levels. The country is 75th on the list of the most dangerous countries worldwide, highlighting its relatively moderate level of public danger ( 45.6 points).…
Kazakhstan, China Partner to Revitalize Aral Sea Bed with Artificial Forest
ASTANA – Chinese scientists are ready to support Kazakhstan in establishing artificial forest plantations on the dried bottom of the Aral Sea, as was reported during a July 23 meeting between Kazakh Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Yerlan Nysanbayev and scientists from the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography of the Chinese Academy of…
Nielsen’s Gracenote Predicts Kazakhstan to Win Ten Medals at Paris Olympics
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is forecasted to win ten medals, including two gold, three silver, and five bronze, at the Paris Olympics 2024, scheduled from July 26 to Aug. 11, according to the recent final Virtual Medal Table released by Nielsen’s Gracenote. Gracenote, a leading entertainment data and services company under Nielsen, expects the United States,…
Kazakh Horseback Archery Athletes Near Final Preparation Stage for World Nomad Games
ASTANA – Two teams of Kazakhstan’s top zhamby atu (horseback archery) athletes are currently 70-80% ready at the third stage of their training camp, with one more stage to go before the fifth World Nomad Games, said Yeldos Badashev, head coach of the national team, the National Sports Association’s press service reported on July 24.…
Kazakhstan Expects 17 Million Tons of Wheat Harvest by Year-End
ASTANA – The Kazakh Ministry of Agriculture forecasts a wheat harvest of 17 million tons by the end of 2024, Kazinform reported on July 23. These volumes are sufficient to fully cover the needs of the domestic market and ship specific volumes for export. In comparison, Kazakhstan’s gross wheat harvest was 16.4 million tons in…
Organ Transplants at UMC Offer New Life to Patients
ASTANA — University Medical Center (UMC) specialists conducted organ transplants on three patients in need on July 17. The operations, which took place at UMC clinics, utilized organs from a generous donor, a 44-year-old woman who tragically suffered a hemorrhagic stroke resulting in brain death. Her family consented to organ donation, providing a new life…
Bulgarian Tennis Player Wins President’s Cup in Astana
ASTANA – Dimitar Kuzmanov, a 30-year-old tennis player from Bulgaria, triumphed at the President’s Cup of the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) Astana Challenger 50 tour on July 21. According to the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation’s press service, Kuzmanov ranked world no. 356, defeated Saba Purtseladze of Georgia 6-4, 6-3 in the singles final on Sunday.…
Dimash Kudaibergen Announces Solo Concert in Astana
ASTANA – World famous Kazakh pop star Dimash Kudaibergen has announced his solo concert “Stranger,” scheduled for Sept. 13 in Astana, on his Instagram page. The show will take place at the Astana Arena stadium. Ticket sales start today on the ticketon.kz website. The concert will coincide with the final day of the World Nomad…
Kazakhstan Sends 40 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Kyrgyz Republic After Mudflows
ASTANA – On July 19, the Biz Birgemiz Qazaqstan fund sent 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the Kyrgyz Republic, which had recently been struck by devastating mudflows, reported the Kyrgyz Ministry of Emergency Situations. The humanitarian cargo carrying flour, sugar, as well as hygiene products and essential goods crossed the Ak-Tilek Kyrgyz-Kazakh border and…
50 Days Left Until Kazakhstan Hosts Fifth World Nomad Games
ASTANA — Just 50 days remain until the grand start of the Fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) in Astana from Sept. 8-13. This prestigious international event, renowned for showcasing traditional sports rooted in the nomadic cultures of Central Asia, aims to promote ethnic sports and celebrate their profound cultural significance. According to WNG’s press release,…
KazMunayGas and Italy’s Eni Start Hybrid Power Plant Construction in Zhanaozen
ASTANA — KazMunayGas (KMG), the national oil and gas company, and Italian energy company Eni have initiated the construction of a 247-megawatt hybrid power plant in Zhanaozen on July 16. The plant will utilize solar, wind, and gas energy sources. According to KMG’s press release, the project, developed by Eni Plenitude, will combine renewable energy…
Mads Mikkelsen to Headline Comic Con Astana, Confirms Visit with Exclusive Video Message
ASTANA — Renowned actor Mads Mikkelsen has confirmed his participation at this year’s Comic Con Astana, which will take place between July 27 and 28. Known globally for his memorable roles in blockbuster films like Doctor Strange and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, as well as his acclaimed portrayal of Hannibal Lecter in the…
National Bank Chairman Reports Inflation Slowdown to President Tokayev
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received a comprehensive briefing from the Chairman of the National Bank Timur Suleimenov on the current economic situation and the outcomes of the monetary policy implemented from January to June 2024. During a July 16 meeting, Suleimenov provided insights into the economic developments within Kazakhstan and globally. He highlighted the…
Kazakhstan’s Aluminum Exports Grow 4.7 Times in Four Months
ASTANA – The volume of aluminum exports in Kazakhstan increased 4.7 times from 16,000 tons to 75,400 tons from January to April, the Industry and Construction Ministry’s press service reported on July 12. The growth was driven by an eightfold increase in demand from Azerbaijan, which jumped from 5,500 tons to 43,100 tons. Uzbekistan’s demand…
Kazakhstan Wins 21 Licenses for 2024 Paralympic Games
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has secured 21 licenses to participate in the 2024 Summer Paralympics, the Tourism and Sports Ministry’s press service reported on July 11. Kazakh para athletes will compete in eight sports, including para powerlifting (5), para athletics (3), para swimming (4), sitting volleyball (1), para table tennis (1), para taekwondo (3), para canoe…
Dimash Kudaibergen Headlines Festival in Serbia Celebrating Nikola Tesla’s Anniversary
ASTANA – Kazakh pop star Dimash Kudaibergen headlined the EXIT Festival, the largest festival in Southeastern Europe, celebrating the birthday of the famous inventor Nikola Tesla in Novi Sad, Serbia, on July 10, reported DimashNews.com. Kudaibergen shared the stage with Burak Yeter, one of the top 100 DJs in the world. Together, they performed their…
Kazakhstan Highlights Afforestation Efforts at Global Conference
ASTANA — Advisor to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Special Representative on International Environmental Cooperation Zulfiya Suleimenova emphasized Kazakhstan’s commitment to biodiversity and ecosystem preservation, essential for sustainable development, at the first International Conference on Afforestation and Reforestation (CIAR-1). Held in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, the conference highlighted Kazakhstan’s achievements, including increasing forest cover from 3%…
SCO Welcomes Belarus As Its 10th Member State
ASTANA – The 24th summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) began with a signing ceremony to admit Belarus as a full member state of the organization. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on this occasion. “The SCO has become an important mechanism in the international…
SCO Summit Kicks Off in Astana
ASTANA — The 24th summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), chaired by Kazakhstan, commences today at the Palace of Independence in the capital. Titled “Strengthening Multilateral Dialogue – Striving Towards a Sustainable Peace and Prosperity,” the summit will see the adoption of the Astana Declaration, 20 resolutions,…
Chinese Global Leader in Clean Energy Signs Multimillion-Dollar Agreements for New Kazakh Projects
ASTANA — Kazakh business representatives and the Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA), a global leader in clean and low-carbon energy, water resources, and environmental construction, signed several significant projects worth $165 million at a July 2 meeting of the China-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Committee. POWERCHINA has signed 23 projects in Kazakhstan, covering hydropower, thermal power, renewable…
UN Secretary-General Arrives in Kazakhstan to Attend SCO Summit, Hold Talks
ASTANA – UN Secretary-General António Guterres has arrived in Almaty with an official visit on July 3. Guterres was greeted by Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Akan Rakhmetullin, Permanent Representative to UN Kairat Umarov and UN Resident Coordinator for Kazakhstan Michaela Friberg-Storey. Earlier, Guterres spoke about the agenda of his visit, the resolution adopted last September…
