Namra collects N$500 million in three months, recovers N$622 million through legal action

The Namibia Revenue Agency Namra collected N$500 million within three months through a targeted compliance drive and recovered an additional N$622 million through legal action against non-compliant taxpayers. Namra commissioner Sam Shivute stated that the agency handled 15 legal cases valued at approximately N$622 million, winning 14 of them. These collections are part of Namra's efforts to improve tax compliance and strengthen revenue mobilization. The agency also recovered N$171 million from fraudulent value-added tax activities. Shivute highlighted that these outcomes demonstrate Namra's commitment to enforcing compliance and protecting the integrity of the tax system. The N$500 million was collected during a focused initiative called "injury time," aimed at accelerating outstanding payments. These enforcement measures support Namra's revised revenue target of N$88 billion, contributing to Namibia's national budget. Beyond tax enforcement, Namra intercepted 43 drug-related cases with an estimated value of N$67 million, showcasing its role in border enforcement and customs control. Shivute emphasized Namra's approach of combining enforcement with taxpayer engagement, stating, "We are firm but fair. Those who comply are supported, and those who do not will face the full force of the law." He added that the agency's performance reflects its growing institutional capacity since its establishment in 2021.