Gambling Board of Namibia Calls for Settlement of Outstanding Levies and Fees
The Gambling Board of Namibia has issued Public Notice No. 001 of 2026, dated 23 January 2026, calling on all Casino, Gambling House, Bar, and Shebeen Gambling Licence holders to immediately regularise the payment of outstanding gambling levies and fees. The notice is issued in terms of sections 62 and 61 of the Gaming and Entertainment Control Act, 2018 (Act No. 13 of 2018), as well as regulations 25 and 29 of the Gambling and Gambling Activities Regulations, with the aim of ensuring that all statutory payments are made accurately and on time.
All affected licence holders are required to settle any outstanding levies and fees calculated either from the date of issuance of their licence or from the date on which their last payment was made. Payments must be made from the date of publication of the notice up to 30 April 2026, after which non-compliance will result in immediate disciplinary action by the Gambling Board of Namibia. Such action may include the imposition of penalties, punitive measures, or the suspension or withdrawal of gambling licences.
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In addition to payment, licence holders must complete and submit a levy remittance form declaring their monthly net income, applicable gambling levies, and fees as they fall due, supported by all relevant documentation. Remittance forms may be obtained from the offices of the Gambling Board of Namibia at 132 Dr Kuima Riruako Street, Windhoek West, Windhoek, during working hours between 09h00 and 13h00 and 14h00 to 17h00, or requested via email at info@gbn.com.na.
The Board has further indicated that all information provided in the remittance forms will be audited for accuracy and completeness. Licence holders are therefore urged to ensure full compliance within the stipulated timeframe. Any enquiries or requests for clarification regarding the notice should be directed to the Office of the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Johannes Erastus.
