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By MEPF
MEPF Newsletter Issue 8
Welcome to 2026
As we begin 2026, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your
family. May this year bring prosperity, good health, and financial peace of mind.
We also trust that you had a restful December break and are refreshed for the year
ahead. Welcome back from the December downtime.
General Meeting Recap – 11 December 2025
On 11 December 2025, the Fund successfully held its General Meeting. The meeting was well attended, constructive, and reflected the strong commitment of our members and stakeholders to the sustainability of the Fund.
We would like to congratulate the newly elected Board Members. Your election is a
testament to the confidence members have placed in you. We have no doubt that you will
execute your fiduciary duties with integrity, diligence, and in the best interests of all
members.
Once again, the passion, engagement, and accountability shown by our Member Representatives demonstrated why MEPF remains the Number One Pension Fund. Thank
you for continuously placing members first.
The Trustees elected for a new term at the MEPF General Meeting held on 11 December
2025 are:
·Peter Modike
·Selaelo Kgomommu
·Jeanette Molefe
·Motshidisi Mothobi
·Kwenzekile Cata
·Edgar Mageza
·Lebogang Marekwa
·Onele Lamuni
·Sello Mokganya
Important Reminder: Update Your Funeral Cover Form
As we step into the new year, we strongly urge all members to review and update their
Funeral Cover Nomination Form.
Important to note:
Only beneficiaries listed on the funeral cover form are covered. Anyone not reflected on the form will not be eligible for funeral benefits, regardless of relationship.
Life circumstances change—marriages, births, deaths, and other family changes may
affect your nominations. Updating your form ensures that:
- Your loved ones are protected
- Benefits are paid without unnecessary delays
- Your wishes are honoured.
Members are encouraged to submit updated forms as soon as possible.
Understanding MEPF Death Benefits
The Fund provides death benefits to protect members’ dependents and beneficiaries. The benefits differ depending on whether a member belongs to the Defined Benefit (DB) or
Defined Contribution (DC) category.
Defined Benefit (DB) Members:
In the event of a DB member’s death:
- The benefit is calculated in terms of the Fund Rules
- It may include a lump sum benefit payable to beneficiaries and/or dependents.
- Where applicable, spouse and/or child pensions may be provided
- The Board of Trustees allocates the benefit in a fair and equitable manner, taking into account financial dependency, legal obligations, and member nominations guided by
Section 37C of the Pension Fund Act.
DB death benefits are designed to provide longer-term income security for qualifying dependants.
Defined Contribution (DC) Members:
In the event of a DC member’s death:
- The death benefit consists of the member’s accumulated retirement savings (Fund
Credit) plus FOUR times Annual Salary - The benefit is distributed to beneficiaries and/or dependants in line with Section 37C of the Pension Funds Act
- DC benefits are directly linked to the value of the member’s individual retirement saving
plus salary at the time of death.
Members are encouraged to ensure that beneficiary nomination forms are always up to date to assist the Trustees in making informed allocation decisions and allocations are made timeously.
Administrator Update: Akani RFA
We are pleased to inform members that our esteemed administrator, Akani Retirement
Fund Administrators (Akani RFA), resumed full operations on 5 January 2026.
The Akani RFA team is ready and available to:
- Assist with benefit queries
- Process claims and submissions
- Support members and their families with professional and efficient service.
Please do not hesitate to contact Akani RFA for any administrative assistance.
A Word of Appreciation to Our Stakeholders:
As always, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to:
- Our Member Representatives
- Board of Trustees
- Employers and Municipalities
- Labour Unions
- Service Providers and Advisors
Your continued support, collaboration, and commitment to good governance play a vital
role in safeguarding members’ retirement benefits. Together, we continue to build a
strong, transparent, and member-focused Fund.
Looking Ahead
2026 presents new opportunities to strengthen member education, engagement, and
service delivery. We encourage members to remain informed, ask questions, and actively
engage with the Fund.
Thank you for your continued trust in MEPF.
Here’s to a successful and prosperous year ahead.
MEPF Communication Channels
As a pension fund, it is very important that we have effective communication with our members. We have various methods of communicating with our members, which include, but are not limited to:
- WhatsApp-Channel: (https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaKhxlh5PO0yez3wLR2C)
- WhatsApp Talk line: (+27 860 017 410)
- MEPF Website: (https://mepf.co.za)
- Member Meetings (hosted by our Stakeholder Relations Officer)
- SMS’s, Emails: (pension@mepf.co.za), Calls (+27 11 578 5333) and
- Municipality Wellnesses
Our Stakeholder Relations Officers are always ready to assist:
1.Lebo Molemane – 066 020 8535 (North-West, Mpumalanga, Gauteng)
2.Gudani Mufhadi – 072 352 7144 (Free State, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North-West)
3.Thulani Mthombeni – 082 585 5931 (Gauteng, KZN, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape)
4.Wisani Shiviti – 072 352 6894 (Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Gauteng)
Regards,
Municipal Employees Pension Fund
Your Number 1 Pension Fund
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