Bravery Kabula
The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) has reminded employers to submit their Employer Training Grant (ETG) claims before the 5 May 2026 deadline, urging compliance to avoid forfeiting funding.
In a media statement issued on Tuesday, the authority said eligible Vocational Education and Training (VET) levy-paying employers must ensure their claims for the 2025/26 financial year are submitted on time and with all required supporting documents.
The NTA explained that the ETG allows employers to recover part of the levies they pay, provided they invest in training programmes that develop employees’ skills. The grants are aimed at supporting both in-house and external training initiatives aligned with national skills development priorities.
According to the authority, levy funds are distributed across several areas, including key priority training programmes, employer training grants and administrative costs. Employers can claim up to 50% of levies paid for training activities, provided the training meets the required standards and is properly documented.
The ETG covers direct training costs, including facilitator fees, training materials, assessment and certification costs, and accommodation and travel allowances related to training.
The authority further clarified that eligible training interventions must align with programmes accredited by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA), including technical and vocational training offered both locally and outside Namibia. However, certain expenses, such as salaries, bursaries, and training funded by the public sector, do not qualify for reimbursement.
For the 2025/26 financial year, the NTA projects to collect over N$613 million from eligible employers, with approximately N$306 million expected to be disbursed under the ETG funding window. Any unclaimed funds will be redirected towards key priority training initiatives.
Employers have been advised that claims must be submitted manually, with completed application forms accompanied by evidence of training conducted and actual costs incurred. Submissions can be made via hand delivery, post or email, with the relevant forms available on the NTA website.
The authority stressed that only employers in good standing, with no outstanding interest or penalties, will be considered for funding. Incomplete applications or a lack of supporting evidence may delay processing and payment.
NTA chief executive officer Erick Fundula Nenghwanya urged employers to comply with the requirements and meet the deadline.
“Submitting claims before the deadline is critical, as late submissions will result in forfeiture,” he said.
The NTA said the ETG remains a key tool in strengthening workforce skills and supporting Namibia’s broader economic development goals.