Title: Launch of the payment of social benefits in the DRC: a step forward for the well-being of providers
Introduction :
The Director General of the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), Charles Mudiay Kazadi, announced the official launch of the payment of social benefits for the second quarter of 2023 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This initiative aims to ensure the well-being of beneficiaries and meet their financial needs. During his tour of CNSS management centers across the city-province of Kinshasa, Mr. Mudiay Kazadi was able to observe the smooth running of the operation and listen to the grievances of social service providers. This article will look at the implications of this launch and the measures taken to improve the situation of the beneficiaries.
Guarantee the payment of social benefits:
The payment of social benefits for the second quarter of 2023 marks an important step in the social protection of service providers in the DRC. Pensions, family allowances and other benefits are essential to provide some financial stability to recipients. Thanks to this CNSS initiative, retirees and families will be able to benefit from these benefits on a regular and equitable basis.
A tour to assess payment terms:
The Director General of the CNSS, Charles Mudiay Kazadi, undertook a tour of the various management centers of the Fund in Kinshasa to ensure the smooth running of the payment of social benefits. During this visit, he was able to talk to the social service providers and take their complaints into account. Issues relating to rising food costs, funeral costs and access to care for sick pensioners were discussed. Mr. Mudiay Kazadi took note of these concerns and promised to find solutions, in particular by upgrading the minimum benefits and organizing home visits for disabled pensioners.
A committee dedicated to social issues:
In order to improve the well-being of service providers, the director general of the CNSS mentioned the establishment of a commission at the general management responsible for examining the various social files. This commission will be tasked with studying individual cases and proposing suitable solutions, in order to guarantee effective management of service providers’ needs.
Conclusion :
The launch of the payment of social benefits for the second quarter of 2023 in the DRC is a significant step forward in the social protection of service providers. Thanks to this CNSS initiative, retirees and families will be able to benefit from these benefits on a regular and equitable basis.. The visit of the Director General of the CNSS to the Caisse’s management centers in Kinshasa made it possible to take into account the grievances of social service providers and to propose concrete measures to improve their situation. The establishment of a commission dedicated to social issues demonstrates the CNSS’s commitment to meeting the needs of service providers and guaranteeing their well-being. This initiative thus contributes to strengthening trust and solidarity within Congolese society