MPs Push Bill to Expand Pensions

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Kenyans faced the prospect of higher costs to fund MPs’ pensions after the Parliamentary Pensions Amendment Bill reached its third reading. Sponsored by Kitui Central MP Makali Mulu, the bill extended the pension buy-back period from three to 45 months and allowed two-term MPs who lost their seats to retain pensions if they returned to Parliament. The proposal also permitted early pension access for MPs retiring on medical grounds, potentially increasing taxpayer obligations.