Our Principles

The HakiPensheni advocates that the Social Security system in Tanzania should be characterized by an uncompromising recognition of the following rights:

1. The right of all people in need to an adequate level of income support which is protected by law;
2. The right of people to be treated with respect and dignity by social security regulatory body (Centre link) and those administering the Social Security system;
3. The right to accessible information about Social Security rights and entitlements, obligations and responsibilities;
4. The right to receive prompt and appropriate service and Social Security payments without delay;
5. The right to a free, independent, informal, efficient and fair appeal system;
6. The right to an independent complaints system; and 
7. The right to independent advice and representation.

Our approach will involve:

·         High-quality research that informs the public debate on retirement policy. The research program focuses on the role and value of defined benefit pension plans for employers, employees, and the public at large. We will also conduct research on policy approaches and other innovative strategies to expand broad based retirement security.

·         Education programs that disseminate our research findings broadly. HakiPensheni will disseminate its research findings to the public, policy makers, and the media by distributing reports, conducting briefings, and participating in conferences and other public forums.

·         Outreach to partners and key stakeholders. By building partnerships with other experts in the field of retirement research and with stakeholders that support retirement security, we will leverage the impact of our research and education efforts. Our outreach activities also will improve the capacity of government agencies, non-profits, the private sector, and others working to promote and expand retirement security.