A voluntary insurance scheme for independent workers and workers from the informal sector was established in 2014, in line with regulations. In an effort to make this scheme known to all concerned sectors of the population and to facilitate the enrolment of the greatest possible number, the National Social Insurance Fund (Caisse nationale de prévoyance sociale – CNPS) developed a system involving the accreditation of social secretariats. These intermediaries, which can be either legal or natural persons, with no particular form or requirement (individuals, associations, companies, etc.). They enter into an agreement with the CNPS to approach, educate and reach out to any individuals likely to adhere to the voluntary insurance scheme, accompanies them in the application process and follow-up submitted applications for voluntary membership of such persons with the CNPS local offices. Such intermediaries are paid on a pro-rata basis for each application submitted.