Mukhtar Duisenuly Erketaev, Director of the Center for Active Longevity under the Akimat of Astana, is a distinguished figure who has made a significant contribution to the development of the nation. He has walked a long and honorable path through all stages of labor and public service.
His efforts for the benefit of the country have not gone unnoticed. He has been awarded the “Kurmet” Order, the “Badge of Honor” Order, various state and jubilee medals, and Certificates of Honor. Mukhtar Duisenuly has dedicated his life to Independent Kazakhstan.
His career began as a mechanic in the “Ivanovsky” state farm of the former Alekseev (now Akkol) district.
He holds two higher education degrees – graduating from the Almaty Higher Party School in 1978 and the Saken Seifullin Agrarian University in 1986.
Thanks to his rich experience, high sense of responsibility, and integrity, Mukhtar Erketaev has succeeded and earned respect in every field he has worked in.
In 1998, he was appointed Head of the Akim’s Office for the newly established “Almaty” district in Astana. Under his leadership, a professional, hardworking, and responsible team was quickly assembled.
His deep experience, inner culture, and respectful attitude toward people earned him the trust and support of the city’s residents and the appreciation of leadership.
From March 2000, he served as Head of the Organizational Control Department and then Deputy Chief of Staff of the Astana City Akimat.
In September 2002, he became Deputy Akim of the Almaty District, and in October, Director of the Department of Internal Policy of Astana. During this period, he effectively led important state and political events.
In August 2003, by decision of the Astana Akim and with approval from the Presidential Administration, he was appointed Akim of the “Almaty” district. He made a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the city.
During this time, his organizational and leadership skills were fully revealed. He became known as a leader capable of inspiring others and uniting teams. He worked tirelessly for the development of Astana.
In January 2007, at the city conference of the “Nur Otan” Party, he was elected Deputy Chairman of the party’s city branch. With great energy, he strengthened party unity and increased voter engagement in Parliamentary, Presidential, and City Council elections.
Throughout his years in city and district administrations, Mukhtar Erketaev earned great respect from colleagues and civic leaders through his honesty, dedication, and tireless work ethic.
From 2015 to 2022, he was a member of the Astana Public Council.
Currently, he leads the Center for Active Longevity for pensioners in Astana, which operates successfully under his leadership.
Mukhtar Duisenuly Erketaev was born on July 1, 1945, in the village of Kishkenekol, Kyzyltaң District, North Kazakhstan Region. He is the eldest son in the Erketaev family.
He graduated from school with honors, was passionate about sports, and is a USSR Master of Sports in lightweight boxing.
His beloved wife is Bakhytzhamal Akhmetova. The couple has been together for 55 years and raised three children. They enjoy spending time with their grandchildren – Malika, Zhamilya, Dayana, Amira, Madiyar, Rakhmanali – and great-granddaughter Rauan.
The life path of Mukhtar Duisenuly Erketaev is a shining example of loyal service to the Motherland!
DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATIONAL PROMOTION OF SOCIAL SERVICES
