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EPPF’s Shafeeq Abrahams on Why Impact Investing Is Redefining Institutional Capital
04 March 2026
EPPF's Chief Executive and Principal Officer, Shafeeq Abrahams, was recently interviewed by PIAfrica following the 2026 conference, where he shared insights on how impact investing is reshaping the role of institutional capital across the continent.
Action required for a court process for some EPPF members
23 January 2026
Dear Member
In 2025, EPPF commemorated our 75th year of caring beyond tomorrow for you, your family and society at large. Through the support of all our members, who are the heart of what we do, EPPF has grown into a member-centric Fund where it’s our honour to be in service of people. We have grown, through your support, into a retirement benefits provider with assets under management that exceed R250-billion. And because of our commitment to care, we are able to take care of our members’ tomorrows so that they don’t have to worry about the future. Part of this commitment to care means that we’ll do the right thing always.
A message from Shafeeq Abrahams, EPPF’s Chief Executive & Principal Officer – January 2026
19 January 2026
Dear member,
We’re well into the work year and I hope 2026 has got off to a happy start for you and your family.
Update on the court matter involving Mr Brian Molefe
12 December 2025
Dear Member,
EPPF has committed to updating you whenever there are developments in the court matter involving Mr Brian Molefe.
Message from Shafeeq Abrahams
11 December 2025
Dear Member,
I’m incredibly pleased to write to you as we head into the festive season. As a member of EPPF, I’m proud to let you know that you remain the reason we continue to do our best every day. As your Fund, EPPF is pleased to end 2025 on a solid foundation.
Pensioner Calendar 2026
08 December 2025
Dear valued pensioner,
We understand the importance of staying informed about your pension payments. We are pleased to present to you the 2026 pensioner calendar.
EPPF’s Shyless Shai Featured in Executive Leadership Magazine
08 December 2025
EPPF is proud to share that Shyless Shai, Human Capital Executive, has been featured in the Executive Leadership Magazine.
In her article, Shyless reflects on the realities of leading in an environment defined by constant change, uncertainty and disruption.
Information about your 2026 pension increase
17 November 2025
Dear pensioner
Our commitment to caring for you means that we strive to deliver on our pension promise while also safeguarding the long-term sustainability of the Fund. We are pleased to let you know that an annual pension increase and once-off discretionary bonus have been approved by EPPF’s Board.
Empowering the Next Generation: EPPF Hosts CFA Day of the Girl Job Shadowing Experience
17 October 2025
EPPF recently had the privilege of hosting the annual Day of the Girl Job Shadowing initiative, in partnership with the CFA Society South Africa.
Two-Pot System: A Year of Transformation and Challenge
02 October 2025
As the Two-Pot Retirement System marks its first year, industry experts are reflecting on the lessons, progress, and possibilities it has brought. From improved systems and clearer tax processes to a stronger focus on member education, the conversation is shifting from short-term withdrawals to long-term financial empowerment.
75 Years of Caring for Your Future and Building Lasting Impact
16 September 2025
As EPPF commemorates its 75th anniversary, we reflect not only on our history, but on the tangible impact we are creating for you, your families, and future generations. Securing your future is at the heart of everything we do, and as we look ahead, we remain committed to making a meaningful difference in both the retirement industry and the communities we serve.
The Future of Pension Funds: Trends Shaping South Africa
27 August 2025
In a recent episode of EPPF's Caring Beyond Tomorrow podcast, Seema Ramnarain, spoke with Ayanda Gaqa, Executive: Governance and Assurance, about the importance of retirement savings and how EPPF is adapting to change.
40 Years and Counting: Marie Claassens on Serving EPPF with Heart and Dedication
27 August 2025
As EPPF celebrates its remarkable 75-year milestone, we turn the spotlight on one of its steadfast pillars, Marie Claassens, whose four decades of service reflect both the Fund’s resilience and its deep commitment to its members and pensioners.
Pillars of Power: Reflections from Eskom’s Stalwarts - Allen Morgan
24 July 2025
As EPPF marks its milestone anniversary, we celebrate the stories of some of its longest-standing members – pensioners whose personal journeys are interwoven with the Fund’s history and success. Former Eskom GCEO Allen Morgan, along with Eskom stalwarts Jacques Messerschmidt and Joe Matsau, reflect on what EPPF means to them, and why its legacy of care, stability, and member focus matters across generations.
Judgment handed down in the Brian Molefe court matter
17 July 2025
Dear Member
In line with our commitment to updating you about proceedings in the court matter involving Mr Brian Molefe, here’s the latest information.
Fezeka Graduate Programme empowers the next generation of black female asset managers
16 July 2025
EPPF is honoured to have once again been invited to engage with the latest cohort of Fezeka Graduate Trainees. During this engagement, the EPPF team provided a comprehensive overview of the Fund’s operations and the investment management value chain, offering graduates valuable insights into the role of retirement funds within the broader financial services industry.
EPPF Celebrates 75 Years of Caring Beyond Tomorrow
09 June 2025
To commemorate this occasion, we invite you to listen to a special edition of EPPF’s Caring Beyond Tomorrow podcast, where Chief Executive and Principal Officer, Shafeeq Abrams, is joined by Chairman, Ms Caroline Henry, for a thoughtful reflection on the Fund’s journey, from its pioneering origins to its forward-looking vision.
Expect an email or call to rate EPPF
02 June 2025
It’s remarkable that we’re now in June 2025. How this year has flown fly. One of the highlights is that 2025 marks the 75th year that EPPF has been in existence as a pension provider. We’re proud of the achievement and even prouder to hear from you, as a member.
Thabo Letlaka joins industry experts on Asset TV’s Fixed Income Masterclass
14 May 2025
In a climate marked by economic uncertainty, fluctuating interest rates and evolving political landscapes, fixed-income strategies have emerged as a key focus for institutional investors. Thabo Letlaka, Deputy Chief Investment Officer at EPPF, recently featured on Asset TV’s Fixed Income Masterclass, where he joined a panel of experts to unpack the current dynamics shaping fixed-income investment decisions.
Important context on market developments
07 April 2025
Dear members and pensioners
Caring for you means keeping you updated on Fund-related matters, as well as international happenings that have impact on market developments. I’d like to provide you with context so you understand the implications for EPPF.
EPPF’s Caring Beyond Tomorrow Podcast: Women in Asset Management
08 April 2025
Listen to the first episode of EPPF's Caring Beyond Tomorrow Podcast, where Sonja Saunderson, EPPF's Chief Investment Officer, engages in a captivating discussion with Weili Zhu, Robeco's Deputy Chief Investment Officer, and Lungile Luvuno, EPPF's Listed Property Analyst, about their experiences within the finance and investment management sector.
Sonja Saunderson on Investing with Purpose and Impact
27 March 2025
Great leadership is built on experience, insight, and a clear vision for the future. In a recent conversation with EBnet’s COO, Leon Greyling, EPPF’s Chief Investment Officer, Sonja Saunderson, shared the key moments that shaped her career and the investment philosophy that drives EPPF’s strategy today.
Explanation of Commutation Factors for In-service Members
17 March 2025
Dear In-service Member,
As an EPPF member, you are entitled to benefits depending on when you exit the Fund. These exit points can be at withdrawal (resignation, retrenchment or dismissal), retirement, ill-health or death. Your benefits accrue over the years. As a defined benefit fund, EPPF uses a formula that is set out in the Fund Rules, along with actuarial factors to calculate your benefits.
Driving Gender Equality and Sustainability in Private Markets
03 March 2025
The recent Senior Women Decision Makers’ Breakfast, hosted by EPPF on behalf of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) and the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA), brought together industry leaders to discuss the progress and challenges in fostering gender equity and sustainability in private markets.
Judgment Reserved in the Brian Molefe Court Matter
12 February 2025
Dear Member
As promised, here is an update for you on the matter of Mr Brian Molefe’s court appeal. Judgment has been reserved in the case that was before a full bench of the Pretoria High Court earlier today (12 February 2025).
An Update on the Brian Molefe Matter
11 February 2025
Dear Member
As part of keeping you informed about matters that are relevant to the Fund, we have an update for you on Mr Brian Molefe’s court appeal. The matter will be back in court tomorrow (12 February 2025) and we’ll update you as soon as there’s an outcome.
Empowering Retirement: Insights from the Implementation of South Africa’s Two-Pot System
05 February 2025
Joey Sankar discusses the Two-Pot Retirement System during the Outlook 2025 webinar hosted by Asset TV.
A message from Shafeeq Abrahams, EPPF’s Chief Executive & Principal Officer - January 2025
16 January 2025
Dear members and pensioners
I hope that 2025 has got off to a wonderful start for you and your family.
The world of work is picking up pace again and schools have kicked off the first term. It seems December 2024 has gone by so quickly. I trust that you had a restful festive season and that you found time to spend it with loved ones.
A Message from Shafeeq Abrahams, EPPF’s Chief Executive & Principal Officer – December 2024
11 December 2024
Dear members and pensioners
I can’t believe we’re now in the final month of the year. 2024 has turned out to be a year in which EPPF has grown in leaps and bounds. Most importantly, our focus has remained on what we can do for you as your Fund, to ensure that we’re caring beyond tomorrow for you. As I reflect on this year, I’m grateful for your ongoing support.
Pensioner Calendar 2025
09 December 2024
We understand the importance of staying informed on the payment of your pension. We are pleased to present to you the 2025 pensioner calendar.
Introducing the EPPF Investment Management Portal: A Gateway to Seamless Proposal Submission
29 November 2024
EPPF is proud to announce the launch of our new Investment Management Portal—a streamlined tool designed to capture, analyse, and manage investment proposals with precision and efficiency.
Information about your 2025 pension increase
13 November 2024
Dear pensioner
Our commitment to caring for you means that we work hard every year to deliver on our pension promise. We are pleased to let you know that an annual pension increase and discretionary bonus have been approved by EPPF’s Board.
How we’re leading industry in creating a sustainable future
18 September 2024
As EPPF embraces its 74th anniversary, we’re reinforcing our commitment to caring for you, your families and society at large. Your wellbeing and securing your future are central to everything we do. As a thought leader in industry, we’re also dedicated to ensuring meaningful and impactful change.
NTCSA joins EPPF’s participating employers
26 July 2024
The NTCSA is now a participating employer in the Fund.
EPPF’s Two-Pot Talk: May 2024
03 May 2024
An important update on the Two-Pot retirement system.
we need your beneficiary info in case you pass away while in-service
23 May 2024
Dear In-Service Member
We care for you as a member of EPPF. That care extends especially to your loved ones in the event of your death. That’s why it’s important that you let us know your beneficiary information.
EPPF’s Two-Pot Talk: FAQ Edition
20 March 2024
Helping EPPF members understand the Two-Pot retirement system
Update on Brian Molefe’s appeal effort
19 March 2024
We have an update for you on the matter of Mr Brian Molefe’s court appeal. His application for leave to appeal an earlier court ruling will be heard by a full bench of the Pretoria High Court early next year.
EPPF’s response on the topic of prescribed assets
13 March 2024
EPPF notes recent media reports on the issue of prescribed assets. In its election manifesto, the governing party states that it will “engage and direct financial institutions to invest a portion of their funds in industrialisation, infrastructure development and the economy, through prescribed assets.” It’s important to note that this proposal does not reflect the position of Government as yet, and has not gone through the necessary legislative processes.
Pension Increase and Bonus 2023
13 November 2023
We are pleased to announce the pension increase and discretionary bonus as approved by the EPPF Board.
EPPF’s Two-Pot Talk
19 October 2023
The country is about four months away from the expected implementation of the two-pot retirement system. There is a lot of speculation in the media about how the system will work. Based on your enquiries to EPPF, we’ve put together some information to help you understand.
How EPPF Members Are Helping Job Sustainability
09 May 2022
The EPPF believes that social and economic stability is a key dependency for pension funds to function optimally and be able to pay benefits to members. Key to this is job creation which is a catalyst for economic growth.
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EPPF Investment Performance Update (Q3, 2022) 14 November 2022 FUND PERFORMANCE TO 30 SEPTEMBER 2022 |
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Bonus and Pension Increase Announcement 2018 27 November 2018 Each year the Board of Trustees (“the Board”) of the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (“the EPPF” or “the Fund”) determines an annual pension increase, in accordance with the Fund’s pension increase policy. |
Rule Amendment 1
13 September 2022
Dear Member
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has registered Rule Amendment 1, which is a change to the consolidated rules that apply to the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (EPPF).
Rule Amendment 1 has implications for two categories of the EPPF’s members:
- Deferred members
- In-service members
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Former Eskom GCEO pension pay-out update 23 December 2021 Dear Members and Pensioners In recent months, the matter of the former Eskom GCEO pension pay-out has been garnering extensive media coverage. |
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Member regulatory update: Release of the Two Retirement Reform Discussion 15 December 2021 Dear Member, In this bulletin, we provide an update on the long-awaited discussion paper on retirement reform containing the much talked about “Two pot” retirement system which was published by National Treasury on 14 December 2021. In summary the discussion paper is about the Treasury’s proposals for a two-pot retirement system to cater for preservation and access to retirement funds in cases of financial need. |
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Member Regulatory Update: Regulation 28 Amendments 15 December 2021 Dear Member, In this bulletin, we share an update regarding previous announcements around the proposed Regulation 28 changes which is currently being reported in the media. |
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Withdrawal of retirement savings by active members 21 July 2021 Dear Member, The Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (“EPPF” or “the Fund”) is aware of media reports published where the Finance Minister, |
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Member Regulatory Update 22 April 2021 Dear Member, In this bulletin, we share some changes and draft regulatory changes that may be of interest to you. |
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EPPF and Global ASP Matter 18 April 2021 Global ASP is the current systems provider to EPPF, providing the core administration, data and accounting systems to EPPF (Pension Administration System) under an 8-year contract which expires on 30 April 2020. |
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Media report on EPPF administration 10 January 2021 Dear Members and Pensioners, We hope you enjoyed the festive season and wish you a prosperous 2020. |
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EPPF hosts PEWIN Breakfast Roundtable 04 October 2019 The Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) breakfast roundtable took place on Thursday, 3 October 2019 at the EPPF Head Office in Bryanston. PEWIN is the pre-eminent organization for senior women leaders in private equity. |
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Supreme Court of Appeal ruling on former Eskom GCEO pension pay-out case 07 May 2019 The matter of the pension pay-out of the former Eskom GCEO, Mr Brian Molefe, has been ongoing since early 2017 when the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (“EPPF” or “the Fund”) was cited as the respondent in a matter brought by Solidarity against Eskom. |
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THE POSITION OF THE FUND ON PRESCRIBED ASSETS 27 March 2019 In its election manifesto, the governing party outlined a plan to “investigate the introduction of prescribed assets on financial institutions’ funds to mobilise funds within a regulatory framework for socially productive investments (including housing, infrastructure for social and economic development and township and village economy) and job creation while considering the risk profiles of the affected entities”. |
