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Maternity leave, sick leave and death benefits
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Contributions
| Period | Monthly basic wage taken into account | Maximum contribution (each side, calculated) |
|---|---|---|
| Until 28 February 2025 | N$300 to N$9,000 | N$81.00 |
| 1 March 2025 | N$500 to N$11,000 | N$99.00 |
| 1 September 2026 (current) | N$500 to N$12,500 | N$112.50 |
| 1 March 2027 | N$500 to N$14,000 | N$126.00 |
| 1 March 2028 | N$500 to N$15,000 | N$135.00 |
| 1 March 2029 | N$500 to N$16,000 | N$144.00 |
Wage band and the 0.9% + 0.9% rate as published by the SSC; the last column is 0.9% of the ceiling, calculated by Tulinde. Self-employed people may register voluntarily and pay the full 1.8%. New members wait six months before they can claim. Work out your own figure with the MSD calculator.
What the MSD Fund pays
| Benefit | Amount | When to claim |
|---|---|---|
| Maternity leave | 100% of basic wage up to N$20,000 a month, for 12 weeks (16 weeks for extended maternity leave) | No later than 7 days before the expected date of birth (forms 13, 14, 15, 13B) |
| Sick leave (after 30 or more consecutive days off, once paid sick leave is used up) | First 12 months: 75% (N$375 to N$15,000 a month); next 12 months: 65% (N$325 to N$13,000) | Within 30 days after paid sick leave ends |
| Death, retirement (from 60) or permanent disability | N$15,000, paid once | Within 30 days |
Source: SSC, MSD Fund. A late claim needs a sworn police declaration and is paid at the Commission's discretion. The Fund was set up by the Social Security Act 34 of 1994.
The SSC funeral benefit for grant recipients
Separately, the SSC's Funeral Benefit Scheme pays N$4,500 per funeral, directly to the funeral undertaker, for senior citizens and people with disabilities who receive the Basic State Grant; members pay no contribution (SSC Funeral Benefit Scheme). More: funeral cover.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is SSC maternity leave pay in Namibia?
100% of basic wage, up to N$20,000 a month, for 12 weeks (16 weeks for extended maternity leave). Claim no later than 7 days before the expected date of birth.
How much do I pay to the SSC?
0.9% of your basic wage, matched by 0.9% from your employer, on a wage of at most N$12,500 a month from 1 September 2026: at most N$112.50 each.
What does the SSC pay when a member dies?
A single payment of N$15,000 on the death of a fully paid-up member; the same amount is paid on retirement or permanent disability.