ARUSHA, July 10 -- THE Tanzanian Vice President, Dr. Philip Mpango, has emphasized that while Social Security Funds in Africa serve as a vehicle for infrastructure investment, it is vital to ensure that members contributions remain safe and sufficient to meet the core objectives of these funds including protecting against socio-economic shocks and combating poverty.

Dr. Mpango made these remarks on July 10, 2025, during the opening of the 14th International Policy Makers Conference on Social Protection in Africa, held at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). He stressed the importance of carefully assessing the types of projects being funded, warning that unfeasible projects could undermine the funds ability to serve their m...