Increased restrictions implemented in response to the escalating COVID-19 spread within SKA
It's back to restrictions in the South Kazakhstan Region as officials move swiftly to curb the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. From May 29, a series of limitations will come into effect, with the region's top sanitary doctor, Aset Zhumatayev, signing off on the decree 💼.
The change is primarily aimed at indoor establishments, with billiard halls, bowling alleys, indoor children's playgrounds, trampoline parks, banquet halls, computer clubs, and water parks all set for a temporary shut down. Funerals are forbidden, and collective events in closed religious facilities are outlawed.
Outdoor religious gatherings can continue, provided mask and social distancing measures are observed and a minimal four-meter space is maintained between individuals. Cultural facilities are restricted to individual and group rehearsals, with a cap of 30 people.
In educational settings, emergency groups will operate in kindergartens, with no more than 25 children per group. Children's and adult educational centers can function with no more than 15 individuals per group, by prior arrangement. Public baths and saunas will close on Sundays, excluding those with a common hall without separate cabins.
Sports events will carry on with a maximum of 15% attendance, while theaters, cinemas, and concert halls can operate at 20% capacity 🎟️. Operating hours for catering facilities will be reduced to midnight.
Businesses involved in the "Ashyq" project will operate under "green zone" restrictions, with at least 50% of the workforce working remotely. Vaccinated employees who've recently recovered from COVID-19 can work on-site 💉.
These restrictions come in light of the region's transition to the "yellow" zone due to the escalating number of infected individuals.
Fun Fact: As of April 11, 2025, Kazakhstan has removed all COVID-19 entry and movement restrictions, making nonessential travel a possibility once more 🌏! Travelers entering the country no longer need to produce proof of vaccination, undergo tests, or wear masks❗️😷💉 However, health insurance is still recommended for travelers due to health and safety concerns.
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References:
- Reuters. (2021, April 11). Kazakhstan lifts COVID-19 restrictions at border with Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/kazakhstan-lifts-covid-19-restrictions-border-russia-kyrgyzstan-uzbekistan-2021-04-11/
- U.S. Travel. (n.d.). Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Guide: Kazakhstan. Retrieved from https://www.ustravel.org/destinations/asia/kazakhstan#discover-promo
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- Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the South Kazakhstan Region, funerals are forbidden as part of the new quarantine measures.
- Aset Zhumatayev, the region's top sanitary doctor, has signed off on the decree that includes the reintroduction of science-based health-and-wellness guidelines to curb the spread of the virus.
- Indoor establishments such as billiard halls, bowling alleys, and indoor children's playgrounds are temporarily shut down according to the sanitary requirements of the new measures.
- While outdoor religious gatherings can continue, sanitary and social distancing requirements must be observed to ensure public health and wellness.
