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Zhanbolat Mamai
April 11, 2023
Court Bars Kazakh Opposition Figure Mamai From Activism, Journalism
By Catherine Putz
Mamai’s prison sentence was suspended, but the Kazakh government has nevertheless silenced him.
February 28, 2023
Neither Exciting nor Boring: Kazakhstan Prepares for Parliamentary Elections
By Paolo Sorbello
The announced opening up of the political field still fails to leave room for opposition.
November 02, 2022
Kazakh Opposition Politician Zhanbolat Mamai Released to House Arrest
By Catherine Putz
After eight months in jail, and mounting pressure, the charges against Mamai were recently reclassified and he's been released to house arrest.
June 14, 2022
Is There Room in ‘New Kazakhstan’ For New Political Parties?
By Catherine Putz
The troubles of Zhanbolat Mamai make it clear that Kazakh authorities have little interest in genuine political competition.
February 25, 2020
Arrests at Rallies as Kazakhstan Contemplates New Protest Law
By Catherine Putz
As many as 200 were arrested for attending a pair of unsanctioned rallies. Meanwhile, a proposed law promises more of the same.
February 19, 2020
Is Kazakhstan Nipping Opposition in the Bud?
By Catherine Putz
Arrests and arson delay Kazakh opposition groups from gathering.
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