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The same water, yet the price differs fourfold. Why a cubic metre in Karaganda costs as much as four in Kyzylorda

For the same 12 cubes of water a family in Karaganda pays 5,063 ₸ and in Kyzylorda 1,153. We break down what makes up the tariff and why cheap water isn't always good news.

9 September 2026

The registration paradox: a third resident saves a family up to 700 tenge a month — but in five cities it adds to the bill instead

ZhKH 24 analysts compared electricity and waste tariffs across 19 cities: under the new tariff each registered resident makes power cheaper and waste dearer. We work out where a family gains and where it loses.

7 September 2026

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The same water, yet the price differs fourfold. Why a cubic metre in Karaganda costs as much as four in Kyzylorda

The registration paradox: a third resident saves a family up to 700 tenge a month — but in five cities it adds to the bill instead