Payouts from the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to retirees decreased by 10 percent in the year ending June 2026, totaling Sh8.74 billion. This decline occurred despite a rise in contributions from members for the second consecutive year due to increased deduction rates.

• The NSSF attributed the decrease in payouts to a lower number of benefit applications from retirees.
• The NSSF is implementing new, higher contribution rates in a phased approach that began in 2023.
• Contributions from existing NSSF members increased for the second consecutive year.