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    "content": "The TSC submitted the revised pension claim on 16th August, 2024. The claim was processed and the revised amount totaling Kshs301,692 was duly paid to his wife, Irene Chepkoech Langat, being revised pension. Part (b) of the Question was on the measures that the Ministry has put in place to ensure the timely processing and disbursement of pension benefits to civil servants and whether I could provide a timeline for the disbursement of all pending pension dues. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, the National Treasury acknowledges the importance of continuously enhancing the timely, efficient and effective payment of pensions to all retirees. Before outlining the specific measures taken, it is essential to understand the broader context of the pension payment process. Overview of the pension payment process: (1) Dependency on various actors: The pension payment process involves multiple stakeholders, each with distinct responsibilities that impact the timelines for pension disbursement. (2) Retiree and Beneficiary Responsibilities: Retirees or beneficiaries of deceased officers must apply for their pension dues by completing and submitting the necessary documentation. Delays in this step, especially in cases of family disputes or litigation, can impact the payment timelines. (3) The Employer's Role: Employers are required to issue retirement notices to employees at least one year in advance to enable the timely submission of pension claim forms. The employer is expected to submit these claims to the pensions department at least nine months before the employee's retirement. (4) Role of the Pensions Department: As the final authority in the pension processing chain, the pensions department is expected to finalise claims within 90 days of receiving fully supported pension claims. (5) The Impact of Exchequer Funding: The release of pension gratuity payments depends on the availability of exchequer funding, which in turn is influenced by national revenue influence. Delays in funding can affect the timely disbursement of pensions. Mr. Temporary Speaker, Sir, in pursuit of continuous improvement, the following measures have been implemented: (1). The re-engineering of the pensions management information system. One of the most critical initiatives is the comprehensive overhaul of the pension management information system. The National Treasury is actively re-engineering the Pension Management Information System (PMIS) to enable its functionality, data management and overall efficiency. A contractor was on-boarded in February 2024 for the development, supply, configuration, installation, testing, implementation and commissioning of an online pension management information system. This was to guarantee an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution that will automate pension processes end-to-end and eliminate manual interfaces. This upgrade will significantly streamline pension processing, ensuring fast and more accurate disbursement. This means we will be transiting officers from the payroll to the pension. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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