Niël Terblanché
The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has pledged its continued support in ensuring that the government’s fiscal agenda is adequately resourced, following the recent tabling of the national budget by the Minister of Finance and Social Grants Management, Ericah Shafudah.
NamRA’s commissioner, Sam Shivute, commended the Minister’s presentation of the N$106.3 billion national budget for the 2025/2026 financial year and reaffirmed the agency’s role in securing the funds necessary for delivering on the country’s policy objectives.
He said that NamRA remains fully aligned with the government’s drive to mobilise domestic revenue in a manner that strengthens the national economy.
“In her budget statement, the finance minister outlined an important initiative to modernise tax administration through the introduction of an e-invoicing system for VAT-registered persons. NamRA has already completed research and benchmarking for this system, which is on track for rollout in April 2026,” he said.
He added that the new electronic invoicing system is expected to streamline operations for taxpayers and improve efficiency within the tax ecosystem.
According to Shivute, the new platform will help reduce administrative costs, enhance data accuracy and tackle VAT-related fraud.
Shivute also acknowledged the positive remarks made by the minister concerning the ongoing Tax Amnesty Programme.
The initiative, which began in April 2023 and is set to continue until 31 October 2026, has already resulted in N$3 billion in collections across various tax categories.
He stressed the importance of public cooperation in sustaining the agency’s gains, especially in the face of challenges within the broader economic environment.
“The Minister also praised NamRA’s strong drive in mobilising domestic revenue resources, which ensured that the Fiscus was able to meet its obligations despite revenue headwinds, especially from the diamond sector,” he said.
Shivute encouraged individuals and businesses to support the agency’s efforts by embracing a culture of voluntary tax compliance.
“By working together, we can build a resilient economy and secure a better future for all,” he added.
He acknowledged the contribution of the NamRA Board and the broader team.
“I would like to thank the NamRA Board for the leadership and guidance provided, while we celebrate the entire NamRA team for serving with passion in capacitating the State to deliver on its developmental agenda,” he said.
Shivute added that the budget announcement and NamRA’s response come at a time when fiscal discipline, modernised systems, and strategic tax collection are seen as central to Namibia’s broader economic plans.
“With reformative steps such as the e-invoicing system on the horizon, the NamRA is positioning itself to further align with international best practices while strengthening domestic revenue streams,” he added.
