The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has pledged to intensify its efforts to mobilize domestic revenue in support of the N$106.3 billion national budget for the 2025/26 financial year, tabled by Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah. In a statement issued by Commissioner Sam SHIVUTE, NamRA commended the minister for her leadership and emphasized the agency’s role in ensuring the state secures the resources needed to implement critical policies and programs.
SHIVUTE highlighted the introduction of an e-invoicing system for VAT-registered taxpayers, slated for rollout in April 2026, as a cornerstone of modernizing tax administration. The system, developed after extensive research and benchmarking, aims to reduce administrative costs, improve data accuracy, and curb VAT fraud. “This initiative represents a significant leap forward in enhancing compliance and operational efficiency,” SHIVUTE stated, underscoring its potential to strengthen Namibia’s fiscal framework.
The commissioner also acknowledged the success of the ongoing Tax Amnesty Programme, which has recovered N$3 billion in outstanding taxes between April 2023 and February 2025. The program, extended until October 2026, allows taxpayers to settle arrears without penalties or interest, a measure praised by Minister Shafudah for bolstering revenue amid challenges such as subdued diamond sector contributions. SHIVUTE reiterated the importance of voluntary compliance, urging the public to collaborate with NamRA to build a “resilient economy and secure a better future for all.”
In his remarks, SHIVUTE extended gratitude to the NamRA Board for its strategic guidance and applauded the agency’s staff for their dedication. “The entire NamRA team has served with passion, enabling the state to deliver on its developmental agenda,” he said, emphasizing the collective effort required to meet national objectives.
As Namibia navigates fiscal headwinds, NamRA’s commitment to innovation and compliance remains central to achieving the ambitions outlined in the 2025/26 budget, ensuring resources are channelled toward inclusive growth and public welfare.