Goal
A 'Sugar Tax' proposal has been developed, passed and is being implemented.
Support Increased Nutrition Investment
Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia
| Verification status | Verified Find out more |
|---|---|
| NAF SMARTness index | High Find out more |
| Progress status | In progress See progress details |
| Targeted location | National - Countrywide |
| Targeted population | Overall population (all ages, both sexes) |
| Duration | May, 2022 - December, 2030 |
Goal action plan
Conduct research and various stakeholder consultations, including international and national experts, and liaise closely with the Namibian Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Health and Social Services.
Progress
Indicator
| Primary indicator | 'Sugar Tax' Mechanism In Place |
|---|---|
| Indicator monitor | Annual Reporting via SUN JAA and NAFSAN annual reports |
Reports
| Stage | Measurement Date | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline | 2021 | Sugar Tax isn't considered | |
| Progress report | June 2024 | Sugar Tax advocacy efforts increased |
In progress
The report indicates progress towards the target, and the end date had not been reached at the time of progress assessment.
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| Target | December, 2030 | 'Sugar Tax' developed and implemented |
Nutrition Action Classification
Enabling
- Financial
- Operational
- Leadership and governance
- Research monitoring and data
Policy
- Food environment
- Food supply chain
- Consumer knowledge
- Nutrition care services
Impact
- Undernutrition
- Diet
- Obesity and diet-related NCDs
- Food and nutrition security
