President William Ruto has assured retiring teachers from service that they will have their retirement benefits within 10 days.
“Teachers retiring will now access their benefits within 10 days. This is a goal to make these payments available within one day or even the same day in the future,” Ruto said
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The President further emphasized that this reform is part of a series of steps designed to recognize the vital role teachers play in nation building.
The move will address the long-standing concern among the educators who have previously experienced delays in receiving pensions and terminal benefits.
By Juma Ndigo
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