[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_video_mp4=”https:\/\/makarrabush.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Untitled-design-5.mp4″ custom_padding=”||95px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”100px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Local Bush, Global Charcoal for The Perfect BBQ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”40px” title_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]Makarra Bush Products cc is a Namibian-owned company specializing in high-quality, FSC-certified charcoal. Since 2013, we have been transforming invader bush into premium charcoal while promoting sustainability, job creation, and environmental restoration.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEyMCJ9fQ==@” button_text=”About Makarra Bush Products” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#fa9b07″ button_bg_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” button_border_width=”2px” button_font=”|600|||||||” button_icon=”A||divi||400″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f7f7f7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Sustainably Sourced, Premium Namibian Charcoal” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”#1b1c26″ title_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#1b1c26″ custom_margin=”-28px|||||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Barbecuing with charcoal is a favourite summer pastime for millions. For peace of mind, choose FSC-certified charcoal from Makarra Bush Products cc (Makarra means “charcoal” in the local language). Our charcoal is made from 100% Namibian invader bush and 0% from rainforests. FSC certification not only ensures great barbecues, but also creates jobs and benefits wildlife and livestock, as thorny invasive bushes are removed and original grazing areas are restored.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjI2MSJ9fQ==@” button_text=”Explore Our Products” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#1b1c26″ button_border_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” button_font=”|600|||||||” button_icon=”A||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(27,28,38,0.6)” background_image=”https:\/\/makarrabush.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/view-burning-charcoal-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”overlay” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Sustainability” image=”https:\/\/makarrabush.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Untitled-design-5.png” image_icon_width=”40%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#fa9b07″ body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
We prioritize environmentally responsible practices, using FSC-certified charcoal to combat bush encroachment and enhance Namibia\u2019s biodiversity.<\/p>\n
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Our commitment to excellence ensures that every batch of charcoal meets the highest standards, providing our customers with reliable, top-tier products.<\/p>\n
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We create job opportunities, especially for women, and contribute to Namibia\u2019s economy by fostering long-term partnerships and investing in our workforce’s development.<\/p>\n
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Charcoal production plays a crucial role in Namibia\u2019s economy, but its sustainability depends on responsible sourcing and environmental management. Two key aspects of ethical production are obtaining FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) accreditation, which ensures environmentally and socially responsible practices, and utilizing bush encroachment reduction as a means of sustainable resource management. Addressing both factors not only supports ecological balance but also enhances the long-term viability of the industry. The following sections will explore the importance of FSC certification and the role of charcoal production in controlling invasive bush species.<\/p>\n
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Bush encroachment is a significant challenge in Namibia and a major form of land degradation. Over 45 million hectares of once-open savannas are increasingly covered by shrubs and bushes, making this a continuously growing problem. Bush encroachment negatively impacts biodiversity, groundwater recharge, and land productivity. Dense bush thickets outcompete other vegetation, particularly grasses essential for livestock forage. As Namibia is a net exporter of natural beef, this trend poses a threat to the industry.<\/p>\n
To restore degraded land, controlled bush thinning is implemented, creating both ecological and economic benefits. Harvested bush is selectively processed into various biomass products, including animal fodder, charcoal, biochar, building materials, and wood chips for renewable energy. This practice helps maintain biodiversity, improve animal production, and support groundwater recharge. Recognizing its macroeconomic advantages, the Government of Namibia has prioritized bush control, promoting rangeland restoration, value-added industries, rural employment, and renewable energy supply.<\/p>\n
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Charcoal production is an important component of environmental sustainability in Namibia. Charcoal producers utilises encroacher bush for the production of charcoal in a way that it is socially acceptable, environmentally friendly, politically conducive and economically viable. At \u201cMakarra Bush Products cc\u201d we only process FSC\u00ae charcoal. The Forest Stewardship Council\u00ae (FSC\u00ae) operates globally and works to safeguard forests, the people and the environment. FSC\u00ae certifies the utilisation of forests to ensure the highest environmental and social standards. Our FSC\u00ae group scheme suppliers only harvest the invasive species in accordance with the FSC\u00ae-approved management plan as well as a forestry permit issued by the Directorate of Forestry, to ensure the process remains environmentally sustainable. \u201cMakarra Bush Products cc\u201d in partnership with CMO manages an FSC\u00ae group scheme for our charcoal producers.<\/p>\n
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