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Namibia Revenue Agency

Also known as: Namra

Namibia Revenue Agency — tax authority overseeing income tax, VAT, and excise levy administration, handling fraud cases and tax disputes.

2023-07-262026-07-23
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  1. June 2026

  2. Informanté

    Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) extended tax filing deadline from 30 June 2026 to 31 August 2026

    Source

    “THE Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has extended the tax filing deadline from 30 June 2026 to 31 August 2026 as efforts continue to restore full functionality of the Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS) following technical challenges that affected processing and system performance.”

    NamRA extends tax filing deadline to August as ITAS recovery continues

  3. Informanté

    NamRA restored integration of ASYCUDA data among key system functions

    Source

    “According to the agency, several key system functions have now been successfully restored, including the loading and reconciliation of bank statements, the restoration of the Taxpayer Amnesty Programme (TAP), integration of ASYCUDA data, and cash office reconciliation at the till.”

    NamRA extends tax filing deadline to August as ITAS recovery continues

  4. The Namibian

    The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has extended the deadline for filing tax returns from 30 June to 31 August

    Source

    “The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has extended the deadline for filing tax returns from 30 June to 31 August.”

    NamRA extends tax return deadline

  5. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) donated food items worth more than N$44,000 to community organisations in Omaheke

    Source

    “The concerns were raised on Tuesday as employees of the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) donated food items worth more than N$44,000 to community organisations caring for vulnerable children in Omaheke.”

    Child hunger in Omaheke exposes Namibia’s wealth paradox

  6. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Revenue Agency will have role as respondent in Tax Court appeals on income tax and VAT

    Source

    “The court will hear appeals relating to income tax, VAT and other tax disputes referred to it, while also operating under the procedural rules of the High Court.”

    Government moves to establish independent tax court

  7. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) issues assessments that taxpayers contest

    Source

    “This created uncertainty and potentially left taxpayers feeling vulnerable when contesting assessments issued by the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA).”

    Tax Court Reform: A necessary step, but one that must match Namibia’s economic reality

  8. The Namibian

    Namibia Revenue Agency received transfer of tax administration responsibilities from minister

    Source

    “Among the key amendments is the replacement of references to the 'minister' with 'commissioner' in several provisions of the act, reflecting the transfer of tax administration responsibilities to the Namibia Revenue Agency.”

    New tax court on the cards as Govt moves to strengthen tax justice

  9. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) is strengthening its ability to identify tax risks and revenue opportunities in extractives sector

    Source

    “The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) is strengthening its ability to identify tax risks and revenue opportunities in the country's extractives sector as mining, oil and gas investments continue to grow.”

    NamRA sharpens focus on extractive sector tax compliance

  10. Windhoek Observer

    NamRA currently relies mainly on manual processes to select audit cases and measure compliance

    Source

    “According to the report, NamRA currently relies mainly on manual processes to select audit cases and measure compliance.”

    NamRA sharpens focus on extractive sector tax compliance
  11. May 2026

  12. The Namibian

    Namibia Revenue Agency has defended the customs charges, saying the rates are determined under regional trade agreements

    Source

    “Namra has previously defended the customs charges, saying the rates are determined under regional trade agreements and are not set by Namibia alone.”

    Govt steps in over ‘Order With Me’ customs row
Politics

Slower growth and lower revenue restrict development funding

The News

National Planning Commission director general Kaire Mbuende says slower-than-expected economic growth and lower government revenue have reduced funding available for development projects across Namibia. He told local authority heads at an Oshakati engagement that revenue fell short due to weaker economic performance and delayed oil and gas projects, and that ministries—not the NPC—decide how to distribute allocated funds to regions and towns.

22 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Yesterday

  1. Slower growth and lower revenue restrict development funding

    National Planning Commission director general Kaire Mbuende says slower-than-expected economic growth and lower government revenue have reduced funding available for development projects across Namibia. He told local authority heads at an Oshakati engagement that revenue fell short due to weaker economic performance and delayed oil and gas projects, and that ministries—not the NPC—decide how to distribute allocated funds to regions and towns.

    22 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Border residents plan protest over Angolan police mistreatment

    Namibian traders and visitors at the Angola-Namibia border are organizing a peaceful demonstration to lodge complaints of alleged mistreatment by Angolan police officers, particularly at Santa Clara opposite Oshikango. Residents report confiscation of goods, unauthorized fines without receipts, and vehicle impounding despite following border-crossing rules.

    21 July 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Plastic bag levy generates N$250 million since 2021/22

    Namibia's plastic bag levy has generated N$249 750 858.91 between the 2021/22 financial year and the first half of the 2025/26 financial year, with the revenue funding waste management, recycling and green economy projects. The levy, introduced under the Customs and Excise Act and expanded from 2018–2019, aims to reduce reliance on single-use plastic bags and promote environmentally responsible behaviour.

    14 July 2026 · New Era →

  2. Unemployed journalist collects cans while searching for work

    A 42-year-old mother of four with media studies and nursing qualifications has struggled with unemployment for years and now survives by collecting discarded aluminium cans while continuing to seek permanent employment.

    14 July 2026 · New Era →

Monday 13 July

  1. NamRA reminds taxpayers of tax amnesty deadline

    The Namibia Revenue Agency has reminded taxpayers that its Tax Amnesty Programme ends on 31 October 2026, offering relief from interest and penalties on outstanding tax debt if taxpayers settle the capital amount owed and ensure their tax accounts are up to date.

    13 July 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 10 July

  1. Fishrot review case declared ready for High Court hearing

    A High Court review application brought by former justice minister Sakeus Shanghala and 14 co-applicants against the Anti-Corruption Commission and other respondents has been declared ready for hearing. The parties proposed hearing dates in July or August 2026 and seek to have the entire Fishrot investigation declared unlawful.

    10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 9 July

  1. President urges Namibian businesses to pursue China investment opportunities

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibian businesses to leverage strengthened ties with China to pursue investment, manufacturing, and value-addition opportunities that can create jobs and support economic transformation. Speaking at the Namibia-China Business Forum in Beijing during a state visit, she urged companies to build strategic partnerships with Chinese counterparts and emphasised moving beyond raw material exports to focus on projects generating greater economic value.

    9 July 2026 · Informanté →

  2. IPC demands accountability for stalled TransNamib fraud referral

    The Independent Patriots for Change has accused the government of inaction on a March 2022 Ernst & Young investigation that found prima facie evidence of fraud and theft at TransNamib, after the report was referred to the Anti-Corruption Commission in March 2022 with no subsequent prosecution or recovery of funds. The party says TransNamib fell over N$23 million behind on employee contributions during the investigation period.

    9 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Zambezi region borders record N$71 billion imports, N$20 billion exports

    Zambezi governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi announced that import values reached a record N$71 billion and export values stood at N$20 billion during the 2025/2026 financial year through Katima Mulilo and Ngoma borders. She called for fast-tracking implementation of the One Stop Border Post initiative and reported that 30,683 heavy goods vehicles were weighed and screened at Katima Mulilo weighbridge.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Namibians defraud government of nearly N$1 billion in tax fraud

    Over four years to 2026, Namibians have robbed the government of nearly N$1 billion through fraudulent income tax and VAT refund claims, with 316 cases registered and 41 handed to police; Namra recovered more than N$144 million during the same period.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 3 July

  1. Paulus Noa retires after 20 years as ACC director general

    Paulus Noa, who established Namibia's Anti-Corruption Commission from scratch in 2006 and served as its director general for 20 years, is stepping down with Bryan Eiseb nominated as his successor. During his tenure, the ACC processed over 7,500 corruption complaints and expanded to include forensic, intelligence, and anti-money laundering divisions.

    3 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Thursday 2 July

  1. FIC surplus rises to N$26.2 million in 2026

    Namibia's Financial Intelligence Centre recorded a surplus of N$26.2 million for the financial year ended 31 March 2026, up from N$19.1 million the previous year, with total assets increasing to N$87.4 million. Operating expenses climbed to N$84.6 million, primarily due to higher staff numbers, while the FIC imposed N$19.9 million in financial penalties through 342 administrative sanctions.

    2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 25 June

  1. NYS and NamRA sign three-year partnership for skills development

    The National Youth Service and Namibia Revenue Agency have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation in human capital development, capacity-building and national development, including a three-month National Service Training programme for graduate recruits at NamRA.

    25 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Shivute suggests completing NYS before accessing varsity

    Namibia Revenue Agency commissioner Sam Shivute floated the idea of requiring young Namibians to complete National Youth Service training before accessing further education.

    25 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. NamRA and NYS sign three-year training partnership deal

    The Namibia Revenue Agency and National Youth Service have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen youth development and prepare graduates for public service work through a three-month National Service Training programme focusing on discipline, work ethics, and public service readiness.

    24 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Police, immigration and revenue officials receive customer care training

    About 47 police, immigration and Namibia Revenue Agency officials are undergoing customer care training under a Namibia Tourism Board programme, in collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs, to provide professional and friendly services to tourists at borders.

    23 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 19 June

  1. National Assembly passes Income Tax Amendment Bill 2025

    The National Assembly has passed the Income Tax Amendment Bill 2025, which replaces the current "special court" with a dedicated tax court operating as a division of the High Court to resolve income tax and VAT disputes. The tax court will provide taxpayers and the Namibia Revenue Agency with a more structured and efficient mechanism for resolving tax disputes.

    19 June 2026 · New Era →

  2. Walvis Bay Corridor Group urges wider use of pre-clearance system

    The Walvis Bay Corridor Group has called on operators to use the pre-clearance system to reduce truck congestion at borders. The group cited recent delays at the Katima Mulilo border post that have increased cargo transit times and demurrage charges, attributing some congestion to reluctance by operators to use pre-clearing procedures.

    19 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Government tables legislation to establish independent Tax Court

    The government has tabled the Income Tax Amendment Bill of 2026 to establish an independent Tax Court within the High Court system, following a 2021 High Court ruling that found the previous Special Tax Court unconstitutional because the minister of finance held both authority to establish the court and appoint its members while administering the Income Tax Act.

    19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 18 June

  1. NamRA extends tax filing deadline to August 31

    The Namibia Revenue Agency has extended the tax filing deadline from 30 June 2026 to 31 August 2026 due to ongoing technical issues with the Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS). Several key system functions have been restored, though some users may still experience intermittent slowness and delays in processing.

    18 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. NamRA extends tax return filing deadline to August

    The Namibia Revenue Agency has extended the deadline for filing tax returns from 30 June to 31 August due to ongoing technical issues affecting its Integrated Tax Administration System, although key services have been partially restored. Salaried employees need not upload PAYE certificates when filing, but those claiming pension, annuity, or study policy deductions must submit supporting PAYE documents.

    18 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Child malnutrition in Omaheke highlights resource-wealth paradox

    Child hunger in Omaheke Region persists despite Namibia's economic potential, with regional leaders expressing concern. NamRA employees donated food items worth more than N$44,000 to community organisations caring for vulnerable children.

    18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  4. Government tables bill to establish independent Tax Court

    The government has tabled the Income Tax Amendment Bill of 2026 to establish an independent Tax Court within the High Court system, replacing the defunct Special Tax Court following a 2021 High Court ruling that found key provisions of the existing system unconstitutional due to a conflict of interest involving the minister of finance.

    18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  5. Tax Court reform strengthens separation of powers

    The government's proposal to establish an independent Tax Court addresses a constitutional gap following a 2021 High Court ruling that declared aspects of the old Special Tax Court unconstitutional, with the new framework placing the court within the High Court structure and assigning judicial independence over judge appointments.

    18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Government tables amendments to establish independent tax court

    Finance Minister Erica Shafudah has introduced amendments to the Income Tax Act in the National Assembly aimed at establishing an independent tax court to hear income tax and value-added tax appeals. The new court, to function within the High Court structure, responds to a 2021 High Court ruling that found the former special tax court unconstitutional due to the minister's conflicting powers over tax administration and court appointments.

    17 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 15 June

  1. Finance minister says old car import ban may be ineffective

    Namibia's finance minister said the government is reconsidering its ban on importing vehicles older than 12 years, acknowledging that the policy may have only increased costs for consumers without stopping the vehicles from entering the market. The minister noted that import policies were developed before online shopping and small-scale import businesses became common.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 12 June

  1. SA xenophobia threatens Namibian 'order with me' traders

    Namibian entrepreneurs using the "order with me" business model say xenophobic attacks in South Africa are disrupting their livelihoods and forcing some to stop travelling there for supplies. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare will meet with informal traders tomorrow to discuss customs duties, taxation and regulatory challenges.

    12 June 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. NamRA strengthens tax compliance oversight in extractive sector

    The Namibia Revenue Agency is improving its ability to identify tax risks and revenue opportunities in mining, oil and gas through technical assistance from the African Tax Administration Forum, which supported Namibia in areas including transfer pricing and extractive sector taxation.

    2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 28 May

  1. South Africa-Namibia drag racing event draws large crowd

    The Race Wars drag-racing event between South Africa and Namibia drew a larger-than-expected crowd to the Tony Rust Race Track near Windhoek, with 65 car and motorcycle entries competing and organizers noting strong local and cross-border interest.

    28 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Tonateni Shidhudhu named Namra e-commerce manager

    Tonateni Shidhudhu, formerly Namra manager for strategic communications and stakeholder engagements, has been appointed manager for e-commerce in the customs and excise department, effective immediately. He will lead the agency's e-commerce modernisation agenda, including digital trade systems, compliance frameworks, and customs clearance optimisation.

    24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

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