Shot Term Emergency Grant

The program is designed for Emergencies such as accidental loss of child’ family, home, or possessions as a result of natural disaster and not covered by other state relief, armed conflict, and illness of the child’s financial provider.

Who qualifies?

• Open to all Namibians,
• For Children below 18 years

How to apply

• The application must be made in writing, but there is no special form for applying for these grants.
• It must be delivered in person at a constituency or regional office of the Ministry.

Registration period

Every day Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 17:00 PM.

Registration is open throughout the year and Emergency aid is payable for a maximum period of three months.

Required documents

1. Certified copy of the applicant’s ID
2. Emergency aid application
3. Certified copy of the full birth certificate of the child
4. Proof of child’s citizenship or permanent residence
5. The motivation for the need for assistance
6. Details of how payment or in-kind assistance should be made.

Benefit/service provided

N$350 per HH/per month for a maximum of 3 months, plus in-kind (if applicable)