Optimizing Pension Participation in Kenya through Predictive Modeling: A Comparative Analysis of Tree-Based Machine Learning Algorithms and Logistic Regression Classifier

Nelson Kemboi Yego, Juma Kasozi and Joseph Nkurunziza
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Nelson Kemboi Yego: African Center of Excellence in Data Science, University of Rwanda, Kigali 4285, Rwanda
Juma Kasozi: African Center of Excellence in Data Science, University of Rwanda, Kigali 4285, Rwanda
Joseph Nkurunziza: African Center of Excellence in Data Science, University of Rwanda, Kigali 4285, Rwanda

Risks, 2023, vol. 11, issue 4, 1-21

Abstract: Pension plans play a vital role in the economy by impacting savings, consumption, and investment allocation. Despite declining mortality rates and increasing life expectancy, pension enrollment remains low, affecting the long-term financial stability and well-being of populations. To address this issue, this study was conducted to explore the potential of predictive modeling techniques in improving pension participation. The study utilized three tree-based machine learning algorithms and a logistic regression classifier to analyze data from a nationally representative 2019 Kenya FinAccess Household Survey. The results indicated that ensemble tree-based models, particularly the random forest model, were the most effective in predicting pension enrollment. The study identified the key factors that influenced enrollment, such as National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) usage, monthly income, and bank usage. The findings suggest that collaboration among the NHIF, banks, and pension providers is necessary to increase pension uptake, along with increased financial education for citizens. The study provides valuable insight for promoting and optimizing pension participation.

Keywords: pension uptake; machine learning; tree-based models; random forest classifier (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C G0 G1 G2 G3 K2 M2 M4 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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