Windhoek: The Bank of Namibia (BoN) and the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) will jointly launch the April 2026 Financial Stability Report (FSR) on 30 April, aimed at assessing risks and resilience within Namibia's financial system.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the biannual report will be released under the theme 'Financial System Resilience in Uncertain Times'. The report is expected to provide a comprehensive analysis of vulnerabilities in the financial sector, while evaluating the system's ability to withstand both domestic and global economic shocks.

'The 2026 FSR will provide a comprehensive assessment of risks and vulnerabilities in the Namibian financial system and evaluate its resilience to domestic and global shocks,' the statement said. The release forms part of ongoing efforts by the two institutions, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, to safeguard financial stability and support sustainable economic development.

The report will cover key areas, including developments in the global macroeconomic environment, the impact of geopolitical risks, and trends in financial soundness indicators for local banking institutions. It will also assess developments in the non-bank financial institutions sector, payment systems, and the property market. In addition, the report will include stress test simulations and an evaluation of the link between the sovereign and financial sectors.

'The release of the FSR reinforces the commitment of the Bank and Namfisa to safeguarding the integrity and stability of Namibia's financial system,' the statement noted. The institutions further called on industry players to remain vigilant in responding to emerging risks, while urging consumers to stay informed in an increasingly complex financial environment.

The Financial Stability Report is published twice a year and serves as a key tool for monitoring the health and resilience of Namibia's financial system.