Also known as: Namra
Tax and customs authority managing revenue collection, border clearance, and financial compliance enforcement in Namibia.
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The Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) failed to conduct tax audits on gold mines
“There were no tax audits on gold mines conducted by Namra, and there is a lack of reporting on related party transactions for gold mines.”
Gold mines bleed state of millionsThe Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency has failed to perform transfer pricing and thin capitalisation audits
“Kandjeke says Namra has failed to perform transfer pricing and thin capitalisation audits, which are critical for detecting illegal financial outflows and ensuring that transactions between related parties reflect fair market pricing”
Gold mines bleed state of millionsNew Era
Namibia Revenue Agency did not fully meet responsibilities in revenue collection from gold mining
“Kandjeke found the then Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), now the Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy (MIME), and the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) "did not fully meet their responsibilities" in revenue collection from gold mining, citing gaps in risk management, production verification and tax auditing.”
‘Not all that glitters is gold’ … AG tears into ministry, NamRAThe Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency would be blamed by social media for a supply chain breakdown
New Era
Namibia Revenue Agency requires companies trading under AfCFTA to register with it in accordance with national guidelines
“Companies that want to trade under the AfCFTA are required to register with the Namibia Revenue Agency, in accordance with the national guidelines on preferential trade under the Agreement.”
Govt not arbiter of AfCFTA goods, servicesThe Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) has reported taxpayers owe N$90 billion accumulated over the years
“The Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) has reported that taxpayers owe N$90 billion accumulated over the years.”
Namra reports N$90 billion in historic tax debt, urges participation in amnesty programmeThe Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) clarified goods imported from China attract customs fees of 45% plus import tax of 16.5%, totalling 61.5%
“In December last year, the Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) clarified that goods imported from countries such as China attract customs fees of 45% plus an import tax of 16.5%, totalling 61.5%.”
61.5% tax on certain goods imported from China explainedNew Era
NamRA was found to have failed to follow its own Recruitment, Selection and Induction Policy
“The damning report, triggered by a complaint from a rejected job applicant, found that NamRA failed to follow its own Recruitment, Selection and Induction Policy, altered advertised criteria mid-process, and could not justify the apparent use of "tribal groupings" in shortlisting candidates.”
NamRA dragged over ‘tribal’ recruitmentNew Era
NamRA was concluded to have violated Article 18 of the Namibian Constitution through amending recruitment requirements
“The Ombudsman concluded that amending the requirements after the advertisement was published, without lawful justification, violated Article 18 of the Namibian Constitution, which guarantees fair administrative action.”
NamRA dragged over ‘tribal’ recruitmentThe Namibian
Namibia Revenue Agency contravened existing laws of the country and its own recruitment policies in changing requirements after interviews concluded
“"Hereby Namra, contravened the existing laws of the country and its own recruitment policies," it says.”
Namra commissioner cites divine guidance in controversial recruitment criticised by ombudsman DyakughaThe Anti-Corruption Commission has been urged to intensify efforts against corruption in Erongo, where bribery is the most commonly reported offence and dozens of cases remain unresolved. ACC director-general Bryan Eiseb warned that corruption could divert public resources from essential services and derail Namibia's hopes of benefiting from its emerging oil and gas sector.
14 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has been urged to intensify efforts against corruption in Erongo, where bribery is the most commonly reported offence and dozens of cases remain unresolved. ACC director-general Bryan Eiseb warned that corruption could divert public resources from essential services and derail Namibia's hopes of benefiting from its emerging oil and gas sector.
14 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece warning that Namibia risks squandering oil and gas wealth through corruption, citing Anti-Corruption Commission director-general Bryan Eiseb's warning that weak institutions and compromised oversight could divert resource wealth from public benefit. The ACC reported an accumulated caseload of 94 corruption matters in Erongo Region, with 20 cases reported in two financial years under review.
14 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Revenue Agency urges taxpayers to clear outstanding tax debts by 31 October under its amnesty programme, which cancels accrued interest and penalties for those who register as electronic filers, submit all outstanding returns, and pay the full capital amount owed.
13 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Auditor-General issued a qualified audit opinion on government financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025, citing an unreconciled N$792.4 million variance in State Revenue Fund records, unauthorised spending by the defence ministry, and weaknesses in revenue accounting. The audit found that hundreds of millions in collected tax revenue was not allocated to correct categories and 14 offices, ministries and agencies underspent budgets by N$1.23 billion combined.
13 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Commercial trucks travelling from Namibia to Zambia have been held up at the Katima Mulilo Border Post after arriving without completed CE1 forms and required pre-alert documents, creating severe congestion. NamRA has called on exporters, clearing agents, and transport companies to ensure all required documentation is completed before dispatching trucks to the border.
13 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
PDM president McHenry Venaani called on the government in Parliament to introduce an emergency relief package for farmers facing financial difficulties from the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, citing movement restrictions and livestock market disruptions, and warned of wider consequences for the meat industry including Beefcor's consideration of about 393 worker retrenchments.
7 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has scheduled public consultations on proposed amendments to lotteries and gambling regulations in six regions from 5 to 14 October. Key amendments include standardised application and registration fees, a 5% monitoring fee on net monthly income, a 1% maintenance fee on gross income for a Central Electronic Monitoring System, and coordination with the Namibia Revenue Agency to address undeclared operators and winners.
29 September 2026 · Informanté →
Members of parliament have called for tighter financial and administrative oversight of Namibia's land reform programme, citing weaknesses in resource management and pointing to an adverse audit opinion on the Land Acquisition and Development Fund for the year ended 31 March 2025, which included approximately N$24.4 million in land-tax income recognition errors and N$11 million in overstated receivables.
25 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Tourism Board recorded a significant financial turnaround in the year ended 31 March 2024, moving from a deficit of N$5 million to a surplus of N$31.98 million, with total revenue more than doubling from N$35.94 million to N$82.49 million, allowing the board to clear its outstanding bank debt.
24 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Tourism Board and Ministry of Home Affairs conducted a two-day customer care training programme for 36 officers from police, immigration, revenue, and veterinary services at the Noordoewer border post on 15–16 September, to improve service delivery and visitor experience at a key entry point.
16 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An inaugural government assessment estimates that illicit financial flows worth roughly N$16.7 billion annually—or about 9% of GDP—passed through Namibia during 2021–2022, resulting in an estimated N$2.7 billion in lost tax revenue over the two-year period. The Ministry of Finance released the assessment to strengthen revenue collection and protect the integrity of Namibia's financial system.
14 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's finance ministry reported tax recoveries exceeding N$28 million in 2025 and more than N$45 million from a single investigation in 2026. The ministry also released estimates showing illicit financial flows of N$16.7 billion annually between 2021 and 2022, representing about 9% of nominal GDP and causing an estimated N$2.7 billion loss in tax revenue.
11 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Revenue Agency will pilot a mandatory financial security framework at Walvis Bay from 1 December to 28 February, requiring traders to provide cash, bonds or guarantees before goods release to mitigate revenue risks and improve customs clearance efficiency.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A Namibian graduate who spent four years unemployed despite having a qualification has found an alternative livelihood through cross-border trading, sourcing clothes and accessories from Angola and now training others to do the same. She began the business in 2023 after seeing social media encouragement, though her first trip proved harrowing.
5 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Landless People's Movement parliamentarian has called for the government to conduct a thorough cost-benefit and mandate analysis of the proposed Public Asset Management Agency before implementation, arguing that existing institutions could perform the proposed functions instead and that billions of dollars' worth of redundant public assets could be sold to fund the treasury.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Governor Eugenia Moche launched a regional tour beginning in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and ensure accountability in service delivery. The delegation met with residents to address concerns including sewer networks, waste management, land allocation, and border issues, while also inspecting infrastructure and observing veterinary control measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
15 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Acting prosecutor general Martha Imalwa has secured a property preservation order freezing N$3.5 million in bank accounts belonging to Burundian national Asani Niyonzima, 26, following his January arrest on cocaine charges in Klein Windhoek. Imalwa alleges the funds are linked to drug dealing, money laundering, and tax evasion, citing a sudden influx of cash exceeding N$3.5 million between 2023 and early 2026, though Niyonzima claims the money came from legitimate business activities.
13 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Zambezi regional commander Julia Sakuwa-Neo has declared the 10-day phase two of Operation Zakawe, a joint police initiative spanning three regions, a success. During the August 3–12 operation involving multiple law enforcement entities, 1,454 illicit items were confiscated in the Zambezi region and traffic fines valued at N$59,500 were issued.
13 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Governor Eugenia Moche and officials launched a regional tour in //Kharas starting in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and address community concerns ranging from sewer networks and waste management to land allocation. The delegation also visited the Ariamsvlei Border Post and Location 64, and observed veterinary services demonstrations on Foot-and-Mouth Disease control.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The New Era Publication Corporation has reported a profit of N$103 million in its previous financial year, representing a turnaround from prior cash-flow challenges. The board chairperson attributed the improvement to the commitment of the board, management, and staff, as well as government assistance including a waiver from the Namibia Revenue Agency.
12 August 2026 · New Era →
The Southern African Customs Union is expanding its Regional Authorised Economic Operator mutual recognition arrangement pilot to Namibia, Botswana and South Africa, with the second phase launching on 18 August and running until March 2027. Officials from the revenue agencies conducted assessments at border posts to identify bottlenecks and evaluate systems and procedures ahead of the formal launch.
11 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Revenue Agency collected N$17.09 billion in net revenue during the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, reaching 20.7% of its annual target of N$82.60 billion. Domestic taxes contributed N$10.30 billion (60% of net collections), with VAT, customs union revenue, and personal income tax as the largest component sources.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Revenue Agency collected net revenue of N$17.094 billion by 30 June 2026, achieving 20.7% of its annual revenue target of N$82.6 billion. Domestic taxes contributed N$10.30 billion (18% of target), while customs and excise revenue totalled N$6.791 billion (26% of target).
5 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's fast-moving consumer goods industry generates billions of dollars in economic activity through manufacturing, distribution, and retail, yet many workers in the sector—including retail staff, warehouse employees, and drivers—continue to struggle financially despite being essential to the supply chain.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has begun implementing its National Work-Integrated Learning Policy to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace skills, aiming to improve graduate employability. The implementation phase was launched during a two-day national working session in Okahandja, bringing together education institutions, employers, and state agencies to establish coordination mechanisms and monitoring systems for 2026/27.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
FNB Namibia organized an SME Financial Literacy Day in Ongwediva bringing together entrepreneurs, government regulators and business leaders to help small and medium enterprises strengthen financial resilience through knowledge of credit, cash flow, tax compliance, regulatory requirements and risk management.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →