Get policies right for pension planning
Economic policies form the foundation upon which pension funds thrive or falter. When the economic environment is favourable such that there is sustainable growth and inflation is kept in check, pension funds can fulfill their obligations to retirees. Otherwise, the financial security of pensioners is threatened. The NSSF Act of 2013, which mandated an increase in NSSF contributions, was one of the new legislations that had a favourable effect on pension contributions in Kenya. This occurred in February of last...
