In Kazakhstan, nearly half of small and medium-sized enterprises are owned by women, contributing significantly to the GDP. The government is enhancing support for women-led businesses through preferential lending and various initiatives. Despite progress, female entrepreneurship still lags behind male counterparts, particularly in high-growth sectors. Successful examples include Leila Irsaliyeva's catering business and the rise of female-led startups in the digital economy. Challenges remain, including access to finance and societal norms, but ongoing support aims to empower women entrepreneurs. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)