NAMFISA’s Role in Combating Money Laundering
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA), established under Act No. 3 of 2001, regulates financial institutions and advises the Minister of Finance.
NAMFISA is also the designated AML/CFT supervisory body for accountable and reporting institutions listed in Schedules 1 and 2 of the Financial Intelligence Act (FIA) No. 13 of 2012.
Its key responsibilities include:
- Supervising, monitoring, and enforcing compliance with the FIA and related regulations
- Issuing directives and ensuring institutions under its jurisdiction implement them
Why Must We Fight Money Laundering?
- Protect Society and the Economy
- Safeguard Economic Integrity