Sustaining Better Life After Retirement: A Pragmatic Approach for University Staff in Ghana
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https://doi.org/10.14738/assrj.1202.18082Keywords:
Retirement planning, University staff, Ghana, Post-retirement well-beingAbstract
Purpose: This paper explores pragmatic approaches for sustaining a better life after retirement, specifically focusing on university staff in Ghana. It examines current challenges, identifies key strategies, and proposes a framework for effective retirement planning and post-retirement well-being. The study employs a comprehensive review of recent literature, published within the last five years, on retirement planning and post-retirement life quality. It synthesises findings from various sources to develop a pragmatic approach tailored to the Ghanaian university context. The study reveals that effective retirement planning for university staff in Ghana requires a multifaceted approach, encompassing financial planning, health management, social engagement, and continuous learning. Key challenges include inadequate pension schemes, limited financial literacy, and the need for post-retirement career opportunities. This paper recommends actionable strategies for university administrators, policymakers, and individual staff members to enhance retirement preparation and post-retirement life quality. It offers a framework that can be adapted to various institutional contexts within Ghana’s higher education sector.
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