35 thousand children were born out of wedlock in Kyrgyzstan in 2023, as reported by the head of the Department of Demographic Statistics. Discussions were also held regarding the number of marriages and divorces in the country.
in Society / Kyrgyzstan,
Tajik authorities intensify crackdown on occult practices, leading to raids on witches and fortune tellers, and introduction of compulsory labor for magicians.
in Society / Tajikistan,
Residents of Kok-Zhar express concerns about joining Bishkek due to worries about losing arable lands and pastures amidst administrative-territorial reform in Kyrgyz Republic.
in Society / Kyrgyzstan,
The First International Central Asian Conference "Women in Media in a Changing World" will be held in Dushanbe on May 3, bringing together female journalists and media experts to share experiences and promote cooperation in media development.
in Society / Tajikistan,
The Kazakhstan People's Foundation and the West Kazakhstan region administration have joined forces to build new houses for flood-affected residents in the Syrym district, providing relief and support to those in need.
in Society / Kazakhstan,
Russian journalist Ksenia Sobchak praises Kazakh women for their aspirations for independence and equality, while also shedding light on societal constraints like "uyat."
in Society / Kazakhstan,
Kazakhstan's Minister of Culture considers blocking TikTok due to harmful content, sparking a debate on the potential consequences and necessity of the move.
in Society / Kazakhstan,
Erlan Sairov has proposed imposing restrictions on minors using TikTok, highlighting concerns about the negative impact of social media on children's health and behavior. Countries like India, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and the US have already taken measures to regulate TikTok.
in Society / Kazakhstan,
The campaign "Almaty - Our Common Home" in Almaty continues to unite residents and businesses in various community initiatives such as tree planting, playground refurbishments, and helping neighbors in need. Citizens, local authorities, and well-known personalities have joined forces to make a positive impact on the city.
in Society / Kazakhstan,
The birth rate in Kazakhstan decreased for the second consecutive year in 2023, with a total of 388.4 thousand children born, and a decrease in the overall birth rate coefficient.
in Society / Kazakhstan,