ARUSHA, July 11 -- VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Philip Mpango, has called on social security institutions across Africa to ensure that members contributions remain adequate to meet the core objectives of social protection, despite the growing trend of investing the funds in infrastructure development.

The VP said that although investment in infrastructure can play a role in driving national development, it is important to maintain a balance so that social security funds continue to provide protection against economic and social shocks and support poverty reduction efforts.

Dr Mpango made the remarks yesterday while officiating the opening of the 14th International Policy Makers Conference on Social Security in Africa, held at the Arusha Internatio...