US congratulates SSudan on a year of independence
The United States on Sunday sent its congratulations to South Sudan as the African nation was set to mark its first year of independence, but said "significant challenges" lay ahead for Juba.
Conflict, economic woes, in tough first year for South Sudan
The world's youngest nation South Sudan has had a rough first year: border wars with the North, internal violence and shutdown of the oil production its economy depends on.
Algeria celebrates anniversary with musical, fireworks
Algerian celebrations to mark 50 years since gaining independence from France kicked off on Wednesday with a giant open air performance inspired by the liberation struggle, followed by nationwide fireworks displays.
Cirque du Soleil made a special show for Astana
The performance of Cirque du Soleil to be shown to Astana citizens and guests will consists of several parts and will last for 60 minutes.
PHOTO: Military posters exhibition opened in Petropavlovsk
"Power of Word! Power of Spirit!" military posters exhibition has opened in Petropavlovsk.
Japanese demonstrated ecological safety of their food in Astana
The Embassy of Japan to Kazakhstan organized a reception in Astana timed to the anniversary of the devastating earthquake.
Commemorative coins issued in Kazakhstan prior to Kunayev anniversary: PHOTO
Commemorative coins dedicated to one hundred anniversary of Dinmukhamed Kunayev, a Soviet public figure, were issued in Kazakhstan.
Kazakhstan's Astana and Turkmenistan’s Mary to become CIS Culture Capitals of 2012
The capital of Kazakhstan Astana and Turkmenistan city Mary will become Capitals of Culture of the Commonwealth of Independent States in 2012.
Astana sells patriotic cactuses prior independence anniversary
One of the florist's shop in Astana started selling cactuses of patriotic colors.
National Bank issued new coins ahead of 20th anniversary of Independence
The National Bank of Kazakhstan put into circulation commemorative coins dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Independence of Kazakhstan.
Karim Massimov announced a contest in social network
The project called 20 facts on Independence will be held from September 27 to December 1 on Facebook, VKontakte and PM's official website.
Kyrgyzstan must learn from ethnic clashes: president
President Roza Otunbayeva said Kyrgyzstan must learn from the ethnic clashes that left hundreds dead last year.
Sarah Brightman to arrive for Astana birthday
English singer Sarah Brightman will come for Astana birthday on July 4.
Most expensive ticket for Sting's concert in Astana to cost $700
Famous singer Sting will perform in Astana on July 4 on the occasion of the capital's birthday.
Comfortable train to cruise from Astana to Atyrau
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy launched a new passenger train No.47/48 that is cruising between Astana and Atyrau.
National Bank to issue new 10-thousand note
Kazakhstan National Bank will issue a new 10-thousand note to commemorate 20th anniversary of Kazakhstan independence.
Kazakhstan unveils a stamp to commemorate SCO presidency
Kazakhstan released a special stamp to commemorate Kazakhstan's presidency in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and 10th anniversary of the SCO.
