Kazakhstan: Over 70% of voters ready for Kurultai elections, poll indicates

Kazakhstan is poised for strong voter turnout in the upcoming Kurultai elections, with over 70 percent of citizens expressing readiness to participate. This finding is consistent across seven different sociological surveys conducted between mid-June and mid-August, providing a robust picture of public engagement.

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Across all seven studies, the proportion of citizens declaring their readiness to vote ranged from 70.3 to 75.6 percent.

The surveys, carried out by various reputable institutions including DATAMetrics, the Kazakhstan Institute of Social Development, and the Institute of Eurasian Integration, show a narrow range of voter intention, from 70.3 percent to 75.6 percent. Analysts note that older voters and those with higher education demonstrate a particularly strong willingness to cast their ballots, with participation intentions reaching over 80 percent among some older demographics.

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Higher voter readiness is observed among the older generation. According to the Kazakhstan Institute of Social Development, this figure reaches 80.7 percent among older respondents, compared to 69.4 percent among the youth.

A significant trend observed across the studies is the sharp decline in undecided voters. While initial surveys showed nearly a quarter of respondents unsure of their party choice, the most recent polls indicate this figure has fallen to as low as 5.3 percent. This reduction suggests that voters are solidifying their preferences, likely influenced by intensified party campaigns and increased public awareness of the elections.

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Consequently, between the first and last surveys, the figure decreased by 17.3 percentage points, a more than fourfold reduction.

Awareness of the August 23 elections is high, with nearly 90 percent of respondents aware of the event. Of these, over half feel well-informed about the details, while a further third have general knowledge. The data suggests a well-informed electorate is actively making choices as the election nears.

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Data from the Institute of Public Policy shows that 89.4 percent of respondents are aware of the upcoming August 23 elections.