Saturday, April 25, 2026, marked a key milestone in the social protection of Ivorian defense and security forces. The Minister of Employment and Social Protection, Adama Kamara , launched a major awareness campaign aimed at encouraging gendarmes and police officers to subscribe to the supplementary pension scheme.

Double security for "armed men"

From the Agban barracks to the Williamsville CRS, the minister's message was clear: the sacrifice made for national security deserves a career end without precariousness.

"Your job is demanding. It is therefore essential to prepare financially to guarantee a peaceful retirement," the minister stressed, emphasizing that the increase in life expectancy makes this system indispensable.

The major advantage of this system? The possibility of combining two pensions :

1. The standard basic pension.
2. The supplementary pension, the result of individual capitalization.

Key points to remember

The minister reiterated the membership procedures, which differ according to seniority:

1. New recruits: Affiliation is now automatic .
2. Those recruited before August 10, 2020: Membership remains voluntary . The minister strongly encouraged them to take the plunge to avoid any future loss of purchasing power.

A profitable and guaranteed investment

Jean Silva, director of supplementary pensions, provided reassuring technical details on the management by the CGRAE :

1. Zero management fees: Unlike the private sector, all contributions are invested.
2. Minimum return of 3.5%: A guaranteed net rate every year.
3. Performance bonus: Any excess profit is redistributed to policyholders.

An enthusiastic welcome on the field

The success of this day was immediate. Under the leadership of General Alexandre Apalo , Senior Commander of the Gendarmerie, more than half of the personnel present in Agban were enrolled on the spot.

The enthusiasm was equally evident among the Williamsville police officers, demonstrating a genuine awakening of awareness. The notable presence of former chiefs of staff, Generals Philippe Mangou and Sékou Touré , further lent credibility to the initiative, with them describing the project as a major step forward for the well-being of the troops.

In short: This charm offensive by Minister Adama Kamara secures the financial future of those who look after the country, offering them the prospect of a dignified life after the uniform.