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July 22, 2025
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President Ruto Rejects Changes in Pensions Act

President Ruto Rejects Changes in Pensions Act

The President had reservations about some proposed changes...

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President William Ruto has declined to assent to the Pensions Amendment Bill, citing concerns about potential inconsistencies with existing laws.

  • The Bill aimed to establish set timelines for pension payments, but Ruto flagged **Clauses 2** and **3** for ambiguity.
  • Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula announced the President's reservations on **Tuesday**.
  • The proposed changes were viewed as conflicting with the current administration of pensions, which has seen improvements through recent digital reforms.

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