Swarthaak Wood Cape Town

Swarthaak wood, also known as black thorn or Senegalia mellifera, is a hard Namibian thornbush wood from the country’s savanna and thornveld landscapes. It is often called Kameeldoring’s sibling, as both come from the old Acacia group. It is a lesser-known Namibian braai wood worth discovering. Its dense pieces make it a solid braai fuel: once it gets going, Swarthaak produces strong heat and settles into reliable cooking coals. In our range, we rate its coals above Rooikrans and not far behind Kameeldoring. It is a practical choice for social braais, potjiekos and open fireplaces near Cape Town. As one of Southern Africa’s hidden gems, Swarthaak is something you need to try for yourself to really appreciate. Your load of dry Swarthaak braai wood awaits below.