Judges to contribute 7.5pc with govt 15pc in pension law signed by Ruto

The legislation establishes a Judges’ Retirement Benefits Fund for judges appointed after the commencement of the Act, with judges contributing 7.5 per cent of their basic salary while the government contributes 15 per cent...

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President William Ruto has signed the Judges’ Retirement Benefits Bill into law, establishing a new retirement fund and enhancing welfare for judges.

Judges will contribute 7.5% of their basic salary, while the government will contribute 15% to the new fund.
The law was assented to by President William Ruto on Monday at State House, Nairobi.
This legislation, which has been in development since the late 1990s, also includes benefits such as medical cover and diplomatic passports.

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