Kenyan MP Demands Pension Reform After Highlighting Delays and Unfair Practices

NAIROBI, KENYA - June 4, 2025 - A Kenyan Member of Parliament (MP) has raised concerns about the government's policy on pension payments for retired public servants. The MP, whose identity has not been disclosed, questioned why some MPs are denied pensions after serving four terms, highlighting the issue of delayed payments for retired civil servants. "Is it a policy of government that a Member of Parliament should be denied to enjoy pension of four terms?" the MP asked. The video shows the MP passionately arguing for a more efficient and timely system of pension payments. The MP suggests that the current system causes undue hardship for retirees who have dedicated their lives to public service. The government has yet to respond to the MP's concerns. The video has sparked a debate on social media, with many Kenyans expressing support for the MP's call for reform.