About Us
FIC Mandate
The FIC is the Financial Intelligence Unit of the Government of the Republic of Namibia, established in terms of the Financial Intelligence Act and statutorily mandated to assist with combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
The mission of the FIC is to protect the integrity of the Namibian financial system against risks posed by money laundering, financing of terrorism, financing of proliferation and other financial crimes.
Our Core Functions
1
Operational Analysis
Produce intelligence that assists combating activities such as investigations, asset recovery, and prosecutions.
2
Law Enforcement Agency Support
Support law enforcement agencies in the advancement of combating activities such as investigation, asset recovery, and prosecution.
3
Supervision
Work with supervised entities to enhance their compliance with the AML/CFT/CPF framework.
4
Strategic Analysis
Provide intelligence aimed at enhancing proactive combating and prevention of ML/TF/PF stakeholders.
5
Legal and Enforcement
Drive activities that shape the national and international AML/CFT/CPF framework while enforcing compliance with the FIA.
2025 at a Glance
2025 - 2028
FIC Strategic Dashboard
Embracing our Past… Purposefully defining our Future.
Our Purpose & Aspiration
Vision
A trusted agency that safeguards the integrity of the Namibian financial system.
Mission
To effectively prevent and combat money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing through fostering strategic partnerships.
Our Strategic Themes
01
Combating and Prevention of ML, TF, and PF and the enforcement of the FIA.
02
Stakeholder Relations
03
Organizational Development and Management
04
Automation and Digitization
Our Values
Collaboration
We value collaboration and partnerships.
Agility
We are quick to adapt and change direction to the advantage of our economy and stakeholders.
Integrity
We execute all activities honestly, sincerely and authentically.
Quality
We consistently meet stakeholder expectations.
Our Strategic Objectives
SO 1:
Strategically Lead, Manage and Administer the FIC.
SO 2:
Improve Capacity and Resources.
SO 3:
Effective Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement.
SO 4:
Managing Risks Effectively.
SO 5:
Combat and Prevent ML/TF/PF and Enforce AML/CFT/CPF Regime.
SO 6:
Automation and Digitization.
SO 7:
Inclusive Stakeholder Relations.
Governance
The FIC is an operationally independent and autonomous national financial intelligence centre, and is responsible for administering the FIA and combating ML/TF/PF activities in collaboration with stakeholders.
Our Structure
The FIC operates through an integrated structure that enables the effective delivery of its mandate through specialised functional areas.
Our Board
The FIC is governed by an independent Board that provides strategic oversight and ensures accountability in the execution of its mandate.
Our Management
The FIC’s Management team leads the day-to-day implementation of the Centre’s mandate under the direction of the Director.
