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Semei Holds Kazakhstan’s First Direct Election for City Mayor

By Ayana Birbayeva in Nation on 13 October 2025

ALMATY – Semei, an administrative center of Abai Region held its first-ever direct election for the city’s akim (mayor) on Oct. 12, marking a historic milestone in the country’s democratic reforms.

More than 220,000 residents of Semei were eligible to vote, the city’s administration reported. According to the territorial election commission, voting concluded at 8 p.m. with strong public participation observed throughout the day.

Accessible conditions were provided for people with disabilities, and for the first time, blind voters received election materials printed in Braille. Ballot counting began after polls closed, with official results expected to be announced soon.

Author's summary: Semei held Kazakhstan's first direct election.

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