



Empowering Your Future

Building Financial Security

Your Trusted Retirement Partner

A Legacy of Financial Strength
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Announcement of the Municipal Employees Pension Fund (MEPF) Board of Trustees Election 2025
MEPF awards pensioners increase
Statement on the Municipal Employees Pension Fund Salary Increase and Two-Pot Claims
Two-Pot payments to date
The Fund continues to work around the clock to process Two-Pot claims.
Empowering Your Future
Secure your retirement with personalized plans designed for local authority employees.
Building Financial Security
We offer comprehensive retirement benefits tailored to support your financial well-being.
Your Trusted Retirement Partner
Providing peace of mind with reliable retirement solutions for the public service sector.
A Legacy of Financial Strength
Ensuring long-term financial stability for employees of local authorities, today and tomorrow.
Established on 1st July 1970
The Municipal Employees Pension Fund was established on 1st July 1970. The primary objective of this Fund is to service the retirement needs of the previously disadvantaged employees within local Government

The primary objective of this Fund is to service the retirement needs of the previously disadvantaged employees within local Government so as to provide the most favourable retirement benefits to employees
This webpage covers certain aspects of general interest and also provides a review of the most important benefits of the fund. This webpage does not replace the official Rules of the Fund. The Rules of the Fund, financial statements and actuarial valuation reports are available on request
Benefits
The Municipal Employees Pension Fund offers a number of benefits to employers and employees. The Fund offers three categories of benefits with Member contribution of 7.5% of the member’s pensionable remuneration and Council contribution of 15% to 22% of member’s pensionable remuneration.

Retirement Benefits
Early retirement, normal retirement, plus 13th Cheque benefits.

Collateral Guarantees
Pension Backed Housing Loan available with maximum repayment period of 20 years.

Resignation Benefit
Lump sum or resignation.

Ill Health Benefit
Benefits for less than 10 years service and more than 10 years service

Death Benefits
Benefits for spouse and/or minor children

Funeral Benefits
Member, spouse and children funeral benefits
Footprint
The Municipal Employees Pension Fund provides services to Local Authorities throughout South Africa, including Municipalities in Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape and The North West.

Hear from Our MEPF Pensioners!
We are excited to share inspiring testimonials from our valued MEPF pensioners! Their stories reflect the positive impact of our pension fund on their lives and the peace of mind it brings during retirement.
Check out their testimonies below and see how MEPF is making a difference in the lives of our members!

"I am extremely happy with my pension from MEPF. The 13th cheque and annual increases have exceeded my expectations. I am especially glad I didn't listen to those who urged me to leave the fund. I urge everyone to recruit more members so that more people can benefit like I have. I would love to share my story at our roadshows to inspire others. MEPF iyadlisa!"
Grace N. Mosia
(70)

"I have had a wonderful experience with MEPF. I have never faced any issues with my income. To current municipal employees, I would say: 'gore ba joine pension fund ya rena' (I would encourage them to join our pension fund)."
L.J. Makgobatlou
(69)

"My son and I are both happy with the support I receive from MEPF. While I prefer not to discuss my 13th cheque in detail, I can confidently say that I continue to receive my income on time and can support my family."
M.T. Mathane
(69)

"I am very satisfied with my pension from MEPF and wouldn't trade it for anything. I've seen many people I know who cashed in their pensions struggle financially. The increase in my salary has allowed me to secure top-tier Discovery medical aid, which provides me with peace of mind. I encourage younger members to join the fund; it truly works for us."
J.M. Lebele (69)
(69)

"I am truly grateful for the MEPF. The fund has ensured that I retire comfortably. With my monthly pension, I have a reliable plan to support my family, and I can enjoy the festive seasons each year, thanks to the 13th cheque."