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ADVERTThe Siaya County Government has held talks with the County Pension Fund (CPF) on strengthening collaboration in pension administration, infrastructure development, staff training and environmental conservation under the theme “Extra Miles.”
Acting County Secretary Elizabeth Adongo met a CPF delegation led by Kisumu Branch Manager Fidel Omware, Asset Manager Dennis Oduol and Siaya Representative Lydia Oduor to review the fund’s achievements and explore areas of mutual interest under the Nyalore administration.
The meeting underscored the relationship between the county government and the pension scheme, with the CPF team recognising Siaya as a key stakeholder and sponsor in the fund’s operations.
Discussions centred on potential partnerships in infrastructure development and capacity building, addressing outstanding pension arrears, and supporting environmental programmes aimed at making Siaya town and municipality greener.
The proposed areas of collaboration reflect the broader role pension institutions can play in supporting public-sector employee welfare while exploring investment opportunities that contribute to local development.
ADVERTThe pension arrears discussions are particularly significant for affected employees and retirees, for whom timely settlement of retirement benefits remains an important component of financial security and dignified retirement.
On infrastructure, engagement between the county and the fund could open avenues for mutually beneficial investments, subject to the relevant approvals, financial assessments and applicable regulations. Meanwhile, environmental support initiatives would complement efforts to improve the appearance and sustainability of Siaya’s urban spaces.
CPF and Siaya strengthen working relationship
The latest engagement builds on previous joint activities between the two institutions, reflecting an ongoing relationship that extends beyond routine pension administration.
Last year, the county government and the CPF jointly marked Customer Service Week at the county executive offices.
In 2026, the scheme celebrated the occasion alongside the Siaya County Public Service Board (CPSB) at the board’s offices. The event featured a ceremonial cake-cutting and sharing, symbolising the cordial working relationship between the two organisations.
The celebrations provided an opportunity to recognise the importance of customer service and continued cooperation in serving public-sector employees and other stakeholders.
Pension management and county development
Established in 1929, according to the information provided by the fund, the CPF serves retirement-benefit interests across Kenya’s 47 county governments. Its institutional framework and operations have evolved alongside changes in public-sector administration, including the introduction of devolved government under the 2010 Constitution.
For county governments, effective pension management remains essential to employee welfare, workforce confidence and the responsible handling of retirement obligations.
The “Extra Miles” engagement in Siaya therefore places emphasis on sustaining cooperation between the county administration and the pension fund while identifying practical areas where their shared interests can support employees, retirees and the wider community.
The next measure of progress will be the translation of the discussions into concrete programmes, particularly on pension arrears, training, infrastructure investment and environmental improvement.
For Siaya residents and public servants, the value of the engagement will ultimately lie in the delivery of tangible outcomes that strengthen retirement security, improve public services and contribute to a greener, better-managed municipality.
