Erbol Jumagulov

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Disabled people battle corrupt Kazak officials to claim government benefits.

21 Feb 05

Police routinely demand bribes from visitors to the capital, despite efforts by the authorities to clamp down on the abuse.

21 Feb 05

Much of the soccer violence last Sunday was directed at Asians who are increasingly being targeted by the city's thuggish fans.

21 Feb 05

Young people turning to theft to feed slot machine addiction.

21 Feb 05

Many hopes and fears are resting on the Russian national team’s performance in the European football championship.

21 Feb 05

Labourers in Russian capital are falling victim to unscrupulous bosses and corrupt officials.

21 Feb 05

Campaigners in Kazakstan say the legalisation of prostitution will help counter the spread of Aids

21 Feb 05

The Kazak authorities have sparked controversy by legalising the proceeds of dubious business deals

21 Feb 05

Lead an alternative lifestyle in Almaty and you may well end up bribed, beaten or tortured

21 Feb 05

In the Russian capital, rogue property agents rob migrants desperate for someone cheap to stay – and it’s all legal.

21 Feb 05

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