Training on Pension Reforms & Policy Development in Kenya & Africa
Build capacity in pension policy analysis, reform design, and regulatory frameworks across Africa.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Dakar
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Pension reforms play a critical role in strengthening social protection systems, expanding coverage, and ensuring long-term sustainability of retirement benefits. This programme provides a structured understanding of pension reform drivers, policy design, and implementation frameworks within the Kenyan and broader African context.
The course examines regional pension systems, reform models, regulatory approaches, and emerging trends shaping retirement income security. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based policy development, stakeholder coordination, and aligning pension reforms with demographic, economic, and labour market realities.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Government and public sector policy makers
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Pension regulators and supervisory authorities
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Retirement benefits scheme administrators
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Social security and public finance officials
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Development partners and NGOs
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Researchers and consultants in pensions and social protection
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand pension systems and reform drivers in Kenya and Africa
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Analyze pension policy frameworks and regulatory structures
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Assess the impact of demographic and economic trends on pensions
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Design and evaluate pension reform policy options
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Strengthen coordination among pension sector stakeholders
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Overview of Pension Systems in Kenya & Africa
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Types of pension systems and schemes
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Institutional and regulatory frameworks
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Case Study: Structure of Kenya’s retirement benefits system
Module 2: Drivers and Rationale for Pension Reforms
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Demographic shifts and labour market changes
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Fiscal sustainability and coverage challenges
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Case Study: Reform drivers in selected African countries
Module 3: Pension Policy Design & Regulatory Approaches
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Policy formulation and legislative processes
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Governance and regulatory reforms
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Case Study: Policy and regulatory reforms in emerging pension markets
Module 4: Implementation, Monitoring & Stakeholder Engagement
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Translating policy into practice
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Institutional coordination and stakeholder roles
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Case Study: Implementation challenges in pension reform programmes
Module 5: Emerging Trends & the Future of Pensions in Africa
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Informal sector inclusion and micro-pensions
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Technology, portability, and innovation
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Case Study: Innovative pension solutions across Africa
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
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Improved capacity to analyze and design pension reforms
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Enhanced understanding of regional and global pension policy trends
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Stronger policy advisory and decision-making skills
Organizational Impact
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More coherent and sustainable pension reform initiatives
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Improved regulatory and policy alignment
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Enhanced pension system coverage, adequacy, and sustainability
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DakarNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dar es Salaam | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Nakuru | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Pretoria | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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