The Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) collected N$500 million within three months through a targeted compliance drive and recovered a further N$622 million through legal action against non-compliant taxpayers.
Namra commissioner Sam Shivute says the agency handled 15 legal cases valued at approximately N$622 million, winning 14 of them, reflecting a strong enforcement record.
The collections form part of Namra’s broader push to improve tax compliance and strengthen revenue mobilisation.
Shivute says the agency has also made progress in combating fraud, particularly in value-added tax, where N$171 million was recovered from fraudulent activities.
“These outcomes demonstrate our commitment to enforcing compliance and protecting the integrity of the tax system,” he says.
The N$500 million was collected during a focused initiative referred to as “injury time”, aimed at accelerating outstanding payments and boosting revenue performance.
The enforcement measures come as Namra works towards its revised revenue target of N$88 billion, contributing to the funding of Namibia’s roughly N$100-billion national budget.
Beyond tax enforcement, the agency also reported progress in tackling illicit activities linked to revenue losses.
“A total of 43 drug-related cases were intercepted, with an estimated value of N$67 million, highlighting the agency’s role in border enforcement and customs control,” Shivute says.
He says Namra’s approach combines enforcement with taxpayer engagement to improve compliance.
“We are firm but fair. Those who comply are supported, and those who do not will face the full force of the law,” he says.
Shivute adds that the agency’s performance reflects its growing institutional capacity since its establishment in 2021.
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