Namibia: Govt Reviews Sugar Vat Zero-Rating

Finance minister Ericah Shafudah says the government is reviewing the zero-rating of value-added tax (VAT) on sugar consumption, raising the possibility of changes to the tax treatment of the commodity.

Shafudah made the announcement while tabling the 2026/27 mid-term budget, saying the zero-rating policy was initially introduced to provide relief to consumers.

“I wish to reassure the nation that we are reviewing the VAT zero rating of sugar consumption,” Shafudah said.

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