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A model pension scheme in Africa
Author(s)Charles Knox-Vydmanov
Journal titleAARP International: The Journal, 2017
PublisherAARP International, 2017
Pagespp 42-44
Sourcejournal.aarpinternational.org
KeywordsRetirement pensions ; Tanzania.
AnnotationIn 2016, the government of Zanzibar (a semi-autonomous region of Tanzania) began making pension payments to all people aged over 70, regardless of their income status. Unlike other cash transfer schemes across Africa, the scheme is fully financed by the government budget. An assessment of the impact in Zanzibar is still ongoing, but initial discussions with older people suggest that the scheme is having a substantial positive impact on older people and their families. (JL).
Accession NumberCPA-170331210 A
ClassmarkJJA: 7LK

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