Nairobi, June 25 -- There is an alarm worth paying attention to in Kenya's retirement story, and it is backed by data.

A survey by the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) found that only 36 per cent of Kenyan retirees aged between 50 and 70 report having a strong sense of purpose in retirement. Just 46 per cent say they are enjoying life after work, while 53 per cent admit they miss the company of former colleagues.

These findings reveal a reality the pensions industry can no longer ignore. While financial planning for retirement is well covered, preparation for life after work remains significantly lacking. This raises an important question: Is it enough to secure the pension pot while overlooking the life that money is meant to suppor...