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Re-evaluate retirement age due to higher life expectancy

A couple shares a happy moment at home. [Getty Images]

On October 1, the world marked the International Day of Older Persons. The day recognises the significance of the senior members of our society.

In recent months, I have attended farewell parties for two of my retiring colleagues. In both cases, it took the rest of the employees by surprise because their sprightful appearances contrasted their six decades of life on earth.

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