To address frequent complaints, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced that it will implement performance tracking to reduce backlog and ensure pensioners get their dues as they leave. The decision was reached during a meeting of the PSC and directors of the Pensions Department, Ifmis and the human resource offices in ministries, departments and agencies. RESOLUTIONSMr Kirogo said the commission, in three previous meetings with the Pensions Department, sought to understand inefficiencies and the processing and payment of pension. CONTINUITYRegarding the retirement of the 3,250 officers, Mr Kirogo said it was important to know the documents needed, whether they are all necessary in this age and what the Pensions Department looks at. He asserted that performance tracking will ensure ministries and the Pensions Department adhere to agreed timelines.

Source: Daily Nation April 25, 2019 15:01 UTC