- Kyrgyzstan ranked 14th in the global ranking of countries with the highest food price growth in 2026. According to the Visual Capitalist portal, based on FAO data, the inflation rate in the republic will be 9.4%, significantly exceeding the global average of 3.2%. Food prices in developing countries continue to rise due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates and dependence on imports.
The price of a dozen eggs in Kyrgyzstan has reached 160–170 soms. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing explains the price increase by the rising costs of products in Kazakhstan and Russia. The wholesale price for one egg has increased from 10 to 12 soms. Authorities emphasize that this increase will help farmers recover from the crisis of 2025, when low prices pushed small farms to the brink of bankruptcy.
Photo of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Consequences of the fire in a residential building in Uzgen
A fire in the village of Myrza-Aryk in the Uzgen district resulted in the deaths of four children born between 2018 and 2023. The cause of the fire was a faulty refrigerator that began to smoke while the grandmother was with her five grandchildren. The homeowner and her eldest granddaughter rushed to call for help from neighbors, but the flames quickly engulfed the building. The children, who were waiting for their parents to return from Russia, and one guest from Osh who had come for vacation, became victims of the tragedy.
Russia is introducing a SPOT system to control the flow of goods within the EAEU. Starting April 1, consignees will be required to register documents and make a security payment two days before crossing the border. Carriers will need a special QR code confirming tax payments. These measures may complicate the work of Kyrgyz tailors, who have already been facing cargo delays since the fall of 2025.
Photo of the Jogorku Kenesh. Meeting room of the Jogorku Kenesh
Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Marlen Mamataliyev reported that the salary of each deputy is 58,432 soms. Additionally, each elected representative is allocated a fund of 80,000 soms for official needs, which is used for car rentals, driver services, purchasing airline tickets, and office supplies. This statement was made to refute rumors about salaries of 100,000 to 150,000 soms circulated by some media.
Parliament deputies have initiated a ban on the import and re-registration of cars without catalytic converters, as the absence of filters poses a threat to public health due to harmful emissions. However, there are no plans to fine the owners of such vehicles. As of the end of 2025, approximately 1 million 910 thousand vehicles are registered in Kyrgyzstan, but exact data on cars without filters is unavailable.
Starting July 1, 2026, all children under three years old in Kyrgyzstan will begin receiving a monthly allowance called "Bala Irysy" in the amount of 1,200 soms. The allowance will be provided to all children under three years, regardless of their families' income levels, and according to data from the National Statistical Committee, there are about 445 thousand children in this age category in the country.
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State mortgage in Kyrgyzstan: interest rates, prices, queues, and plans of the State Mortgage Company
The housing issue remains relevant in Kyrgyzstan. To address the housing shortage, the State Mortgage Company has ceased to be an intermediary and has become the largest developer in the country. Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the Public Relations Department of the State Mortgage Company, told 24.kg about the mechanisms for obtaining housing, apartment prices, and construction quality.
Gold bars: what profit awaits owners in 2026
Gold continues to rise in price, periodically setting new records. Despite the market downturn in early February 2026, it remains an attractive investment. In conditions of instability in currency and stock markets, gold ensures the preservation of savings. The editorial team of 24.kg analyzed data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and found out which bars are the most profitable to invest in and how quickly profits can be realized.
The state flag of Kyrgyzstan: history and changes of the country's symbol
Every year on March 3, the Day of the State Flag is celebrated. This holiday, established by a presidential decree on June 10, 2009, was first celebrated in 2010. The choice of date is not accidental: it was on March 3, 1992, that the Supreme Council approved the sketch of the flag of independent Kyrgyzstan, and on March 5, the red cloth with the sun and tunduk was raised over the "White House" in Bishkek.
Political situation in Kyrgyzstan: who will become the new leader of football after Tashiev's resignation?
Kamchybek Tashiev, in addition to his role in the State National Security Committee and the Cabinet of Ministers, also held the position of president of the Kyrgyz Football Union. His children are actively involved in "big" football, and he himself facilitated the opening of a "Barcelona" academy in the country, being an important figure for the football community. With his resignation, questions have arisen about the future of the KFU and its leadership.
Winter landscapes of Bishkek and the Ak-Beshim archaeological complex. A look from the readers of 24.kg
The "Moments of Life" section was created with the participation of our readers from 24.kg, who love to travel and capture moments from life in Kyrgyzstan. In this issue, we will stroll through winter and autumn Bishkek, visit the archaeological complex in the Chui region, and also take a look at Issyk-Kul and the southern regions of the country.
Movie premieres next week: thrillers, dramas, and action films
The second week of March (from the 9th to the 15th) will delight viewers with new interesting films. Hollywood stars will hit the screens: Nicole Kidman will play the role of a forensic expert in a thriller, while Michelle Pfeiffer will try to start life anew in picturesque Montana. Adventure lovers can look forward to the continuation of the fantasy saga about pirates, while drama fans will enjoy a Spanish film about fateful mistakes and family secrets.
