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Namibia Tax Update 2025: What’s Changed, What’s Risky, and What’s Coming Next

2025 has introduced major tax developments in Namibia — from assessed loss limitations and interest caps to new withholding tax rules and expat taxation changes.

If you advise clients, manage finance teams, or sign off tax calculations, you need to understand what has changed, where NAMRA is becoming more aggressive, and what legislation is likely to impact you next.

Date:

12 December, 2025

Time:

08:00

Hours:

1 hour

CPD Units:

1

Category:

Taxation

Group:

Channel 2: Growth

Format:

Webinar

R345,00 VAT incl.

Product Information

Tax in Namibia is tightening. Assessed losses are limited. Interest deductions are capped. Withholding tax rules are expanding. Audits are more aggressive — and prescription is no longer something you can rely on.

This practical tax update unpacks the key developments of 2025, including youth internship allowances, assessed loss restrictions, interest limitation rules, expat taxation, royalties vs service fees, exchange control considerations, and what is coming next in legislation.

If you want to protect your clients, avoid surprises, and position yourself as the tax professional who knows what’s ahead — this session is essential.

Presenter/s

Johan Nel

Is a seasoned tax leader and operational strategist with over a decade of experience in financial management and tax leadership. His career was shaped at PwC Namibia, where he led key strategic initiatives aligned with corporate objectives and cultivated high-performing, quality-driven teams.

What will set you apart

After attending this webinar, you will:

  • Understand how the new assessed loss and interest limitation rules affect tax planning and cash flow.
  • Identify the real risks around royalties, service fees, and withholding taxes.
  • Navigate the new tax treatment of expatriate workers and source-based taxation rules.
  • Prepare for expected legislative amendments and potential dividend withholding tax changes.
  • Strengthen documentation and audit readiness in an increasingly aggressive audit environment.

Event breakdown

  • 2025 Tax Developments – What Changed
  • Assessed Loss Limitations & Carry Forward Rules
  • Interest Limitation – 30% EBITDA Rule Explained
  • NAMRA Audit Trends & Documentation Risks
  • Expat Workers & Source-Based Taxation
  • Royalties vs Services – Withholding Tax Risks
  • Exchange Control Considerations
  • The Legislative Process in Namibia
  • Expected Amendments & What’s Coming in 2026
  • Special Economic Zones & Future Incentives

Certificate

The following event is awarded 1 CPD unit.