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A remarkable event for Kazakhstan’s cultural and academic community unfolded at the Mukhtar Auezov Library in Almaty — the presentation of the ambitious three-volume work “Kazakh Oratory Art. Genesis. Typology. Poetics” and an engaging conversation with its author, Mamai Akhetov. The event was held within the framework of Akhetov’s cultural and educational project “ARTist”, which aims to support the country’s intellectual potential and highlight cutting-edge humanitarian initiatives. The presentation brought together influential public figures, scholars, writers, and all those who value Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage. Akhetov’s extensive research immediately captured attention...

On November 21, 2025, the Central City Children’s Library named after S. Begalin hosted a national round table dedicated to the 130th anniversary of the birth of the classic of Kazakh children’s literature, Sapargali Begalin. The event was attended by the writer’s granddaughter Gulnar Begalina, his great-grandson Ernar Begalin, Director of the Turkestan Regional Children’s Library named after Y. Altynsarin Rysbek Ermekuly, as well as schoolchildren, teachers, librarians, and members of the literary community. Laureate of the International “Alash” Award Sailaubai Toilybayev, along with researchers and lecturers of children’s literature,...

A briefing dedicated to the 130th anniversary of the birth of the famous children's writer, folklorist, and public figure Sapargali Iskhakovich Begalin took place at the Regional Communications Service (RCS) of Almaty. The event was attended by the writer's granddaughter, Gulnar Begalina, as well as the head of the Central City Children's Library named after S. Begalin, Alma Konarova. Speaking at the briefing, Gulnar Khamitovna noted that Begalin's personality holds a special place in the history of Kazakh literature and culture of the 20th century. "For our family, he is...