More than 30,000 Kazakhstani women could lose maternity payments from 2027

More than 30,000 Kazakhstani women could lose maternity payments from 1 January 2027. The warning came from Kurultai deputy Lazzat Kozhakhmet, who has studied the social protection reform proposed by the Ministry of Labour. Tengrinews reported the claim, citing the KTK channel.

According to the deputy, changes to benefit rules apply to women who did not work before going on maternity leave. From 1 January, they could receive payments only if their family needs state assistance. If a family is not in the needy category, the woman is able to work, has no health problems and the family income is sufficient to live on, citizens of categories A and B would not be able to receive this support.

For women who worked before giving birth, Kozhakhmet said there is no cause for concern. The State Social Insurance Fund will continue paying 40% of average monthly income over the past 24 months until the child turns one and a half. Men on childcare leave will receive no payments from 1 January, regardless of their income level.