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Why young professionals should care about pensions

Christine Akinyi by Christine Akinyi
July 23, 2025
in Pensions
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When you’re in your 20s or early 30s, retirement can feel like a distant concern. With daily expenses, student loans, and the pressure to build a career, saving for retirement is often pushed to the bottom of the priority list. However, this is precisely the time when starting to save for retirement through a pension plan can have the most impact. Pensions are long-term savings plans designed to provide a reliable income when you’re no longer working, and the earlier you begin contributing, the more powerful the results due to the effect of compounding.

Compounding allows your pension savings to grow over time, as you earn returns not just on your contributions, but also on the returns from previous years. Starting early gives your money more time to multiply. Time is the biggest advantage young professionals have when it comes to retirement planning.

Unlike ordinary savings accounts, pensions offer benefits that are specifically designed for long-term financial security. One key advantage is the potential for employer contributions, which essentially amount to free money. If your employer matches your pension contributions, you’re getting extra funds invested in your future at no extra cost to you. Additionally, pensions come with tax benefits. In Kenya, contributions to registered retirement schemes are tax-deductible up to Kshs 30,000 per month. This not only reduces your taxable income but also boosts your savings without reducing your net salary significantly.

Many young people assume they can start saving for retirement later, when they’re more financially stable. However, delaying pension contributions means you’ll have to save significantly more in a shorter time frame to reach the same retirement goal. And with life’s demands increasing as you grow older; mortgages, children, healthcare costs, finding extra money to catch up on retirement savings becomes more difficult. Starting small but early is often far more effective than trying to save aggressively later in life.

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Taking simple steps today can make a big difference. If your employer offers a pension plan, join it and contribute regularly. If you’re self-employed or work in the gig economy, consider starting a personal pension through an individual retirement benefits scheme. As your income grows, review your contributions and increase them where possible. Also, take time to track how your pension is performing so you stay informed and confident in your financial future.

Pensions may not be glamorous, but they are one of the smartest financial tools available to young professionals. Starting early not only secures your retirement but also gives you peace of mind knowing you’re building a future where you can enjoy life without financial worry. The small sacrifices you make today can translate into the freedom and dignity you deserve tomorrow.

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