Namibia Local Business Association

Also known as: Naloba

Namibia Local Business Association — business advocacy group seeking tax amnesty extensions and pushing for local entrepreneur inclusion in trade missions.

2023-10-032026-10-28

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October 2026
27 OctWindhoek Observer
Namibia Local Business Association called for extension of Namibian Tax Amnesty Programme
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“The call by the Walvis Bay Chamber of Business and the Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) for an extension of the Namibian Tax Amnesty Programme deserves serious consideration by the Ministry of Finance and the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA).”
Tax amnesty must offer struggling businesses a realistic second chance
27 OctWindhoek Observer
Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) is calling for a 24-month extension of the tax amnesty programme
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“The Walvis Bay Chamber of Business has proposed extending the programme by three years to 31 October 2029, or at least two years to 2028, while the Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) is calling for a 24-month extension.”
Business chambers seek tax amnesty extension
27 OctNamibian Sun
Namibia Local Business Association (Naloba) has asked for a 24-month extension of the Namibia Revenue Agency tax amnesty programme
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“The Namibia Local Business Association (Naloba) has asked for a 24-month extension of the Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) tax amnesty programme, saying small businesses continue to ...”
Naloba pleads 24-month tax amnesty extension
July 2026
10 JulThe Namibian
Namibia Local Business Association views such summits as opportunities where politicians secure their own partners
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“Amadhila says the association views such summits as opportunities where political leaders, at state expense, mobilise foreign partners while local businesses remain vulnerable to increased competition.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah is surrounded by people thinking with stomachs – Naloba
9 JulWindhoek Observer
Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) expressed concern that the ongoing Namibia-China Business Summit could expose local businesses to unfair competition
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“The Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) has expressed concern that the ongoing Namibia-China Business Summit could expose local businesses to unfair competition, arguing that Namibian entrepreneurs were excluded from discussions ahead of the investment mission.”
NALOBA snubs Namibia-China Business Summit
9 JulWindhoek Observer
NALOBA did not participate in the summit currently taking place in China
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“Vice president Kanu Amadhila said the association did not participate in the summit currently taking place in China, where President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading the Namibian delegation.”
NALOBA snubs Namibia-China Business Summit
February 2026
4 FebThe Namibian
Naloba has claimed over 2,000 NCCI members resigned since January 2022 to join it
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“Naloba has over the years claimed that more than 2 000 NCCI members have resigned since January 2022 to join "the only organisation that supports business people in the country".”
Exodus hits commerce chamber in north Membership drops to 400
August 2024
14 AugThe Namibian
Namibia Local Business Association is urging the police to take urgent action to combat rising crime in Erongo region
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“The Namibia Local Business Association (Naloba) is urging the police to act urgently take action to combat the rising crime rate in the Erongo region.”
Naloba demands new Erongo police commander
October 2023
3 OctThe Namibian
Namibia Local Business Association strongly condemns the rising number of dog-related fatalities
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“"Naloba strongly condemns the rising number of dog-related fatalities that continue to inflict shock and trauma upon innocent Namibian citizens," Amadhila said.”
‘He was our guiding light’

Business

Tax amnesty extension would help struggling Namibian businesses comply

The News

The Walvis Bay Chamber of Business and NALOBA have called for an extension of Namibia's Tax Amnesty Programme beyond its 31 October 2026 deadline to give struggling but willing taxpayers more time to regularize their affairs. The programme has already waived N$380.2 million in interest and N$9.8 billion in penalties, and an extension could strengthen compliance and revenue collection while protecting jobs.

23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Yesterday

Tax amnesty extension would help struggling Namibian businesses comply
The Walvis Bay Chamber of Business and NALOBA have called for an extension of Namibia's Tax Amnesty Programme beyond its 31 October 2026 deadline to give struggling but willing taxpayers more time to regularize their affairs. The programme has already waived N$380.2 million in interest and N$9.8 billion in penalties, and an extension could strengthen compliance and revenue collection while protecting jobs.
23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Business chambers urge tax amnesty extension past October 2026
Two business organisations have asked the finance ministry to extend the Namibian Tax Amnesty Programme beyond its 31 October 2026 deadline, citing economic hardship, slow business recovery, and the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. The Walvis Bay Chamber of Business proposed a three-year extension to 2029, while the Namibia Local Business Association called for a 24-month extension.
23 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Naloba seeks 24-month extension of Namra tax amnesty
The Namibia Local Business Association has asked for a 24-month extension of the Namibia Revenue Agency's tax amnesty programme, citing ongoing challenges for small businesses.
27 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Friday 10 July

Naloba criticises Nandi-Ndaitwah's China delegation composition
Namibia Local Business Association vice president Peter Amadhila has criticised President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's delegation to China, claiming those surrounding her are prioritising personal interests over the country's economic needs and that Naloba members were excluded from the delegation.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 July

NALOBA criticises exclusion from Namibia-China business mission
The Namibia Local Business Association has expressed concern that the ongoing Namibia-China Business Summit could expose local businesses to unfair competition, citing the exclusion of Namibian entrepreneurs from pre-mission discussions. NALOBA claims such investment missions often result in foreign businesses entering the local market while opportunities are awarded to foreign investors instead of local enterprises.
9 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 4 February

NCCI northern branch loses members to rival business association
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry's northern branch has seen membership decline from about 1,500 to 400 businesses, with many joining the rival Namibia Local Business Association. NCCI leadership attributes the exodus to limited recognition from public enterprises and internal fragmentation, while Naloba claims it offers better support for local entrepreneurs.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →