Namibia Increases Maximum Contribution Basis for the Maternity Leave, Sick Leave, and Death Benefit Fund (MSD) Contribution

The Social Security Commission of Namibia posted a Public Notice on 7 August 2026 concerning an increase in the maximum contribution basis (ceiling) for the Maternity Leave, Sick Leave, and Death Benefit Fund (MSD) Contribution. The MSD is equal to 1.8% on the basic salary of employees, with half (0.9%) paid by the employer and half paid by the employee, subject to minimum and maximum contribution basis caps. The Public Notice explains that an increase in the maximum contribution basis from …