Article: Retirees from the Bakwanga Mining Company claim their end-of-career compensation and their retirement pension
Retirees from the Bakwanga Mining Company (MIBA) are angry. They have been claiming for five years for some, and six years for others, their end-of-career allowances and their retirement pension which have not been paid to them. This worrying situation was recounted by the national president of the union of MIBA retirees, Donat Katumbi, during an interview with Radio Okapi.
According to Donat Katumbi, the National Social Security Fund (CNSS) is unable to pay pensioners because their employer, MIBA, did not pay their contributions while they were working. This reality raises a major problem, because retirees find themselves without financial means to meet their needs.
Faced with this injustice, Donat Katumbi went to Kinshasa to undertake administrative procedures in order to find a solution to this desperate situation. The retirees hope that their case will finally be taken into account and that their rights will be respected.
This situation highlights the difficulties that Congolese retirees may face. Despite years of service to their company and contributions paid, they find themselves without retirement income. It is therefore essential that employers play their part by honoring their obligations and paying the necessary social security contributions.
It is also necessary to strengthen the control and regulation mechanisms to avoid such situations that are detrimental to pensioners. Social security organizations must be able to guarantee the rights of pensioners and ensure that employers respect their legal obligations.
In conclusion, it is essential to find a quick and fair solution for MIBA retirees who have been waiting too long for their end-of-career indemnities and their retirement pension. Respect for workers’ rights, even after they have retired, is essential to ensuring a just and cohesive society.