Frequently Asked Questions

When was Closwa Biltong founded?

Closwa Biltong was founded in 1976 in Okahandja, Namibia. With nearly five decades of experience, it is one of Namibia’s oldest and most trusted biltong producers.

Closwa’s main factory and retail shop are located at:
2456 Voortrekker Street, Okahandja, Namibia

This is also the central production facility for beef, game biltong, droëwors, and other dried meat products.

Closwa produces a wide range of:

  • Beef Biltong
  • Game Biltong
  • Droëwors
  • Chilli bites
  • Stokkies
  • Premium export-grade wet game meat (on order)
  • Private-label and bulk biltong for retailers and distributors

All beef and game meat is sourced locally within Namibia, working with:

  • Registered Namibian feedlots
  • Abattoirs compliant with DVS standards
  • Hunting operators for seasonal game supply

This ensures high-quality, hormone-free, naturally raised meat.

Yes. Closwa has been exporting since the 1980s, originally in sealed cans.
Today, Closwa is certified to export:

  • Beef biltong
  • Certain game products (depending on EU veterinary requirements)
  • B2B and private-label orders

Active or developing markets include:
🇩🇪 Germany
🇫🇮 Finland
🇳🇴 Norway
🇵🇱 Poland
🇳🇱 The Netherlands
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇪🇺 Broader EU

Yes. Closwa complies with:

  • HACCP
  • EU export standards
  • Annual audits by Namibian veterinary authorities
  • Strict hygiene and traceability protocols

Shelf life depends on the packaging type:

  • Vacuum-packed biltong: ~18 months
  • Dry packaged biltong: ~12 months

Yes. Closwa manufactures biltong for:

  • Retailers
  • Distributors
  • Wholesalers
  • Online specialty shops

Custom cuts, packaging styles, spices, and formats are available.

What packaging formats are available?

We offer:

  • Standard vacuum pouches
  • Premium foil packs
  • Bulk 1kg–5kg vacuum packs
  • Retail-ready 50g–500g packs
  • Private-label packaging based on client design

Yes. Industrial-scale volumes can be supplied, depending on SKU mix and lead time.
Bulk orders should ideally be placed 4–6 weeks in advance to allow for:

  • Production planning
  • Drying cycles
  • Veterinary testing
  • Export documentation

Closwa handles:

  • Veterinary Health Certificates
  • IMSOC/TRACES documentation
  • Export permit
  • Invoice & packing list
  • Certificate of origin (if requested)

You will only need to handle your country’s import procedures and duties.

Key advantages:

  • 100% Namibian beef and game
  • Over 49 years of production experience
  • EU-compliant, audited facility
  • Consistent drying processes for uniform quality
  • Strong flavour profile known across Namibia
  • Trusted by both local and international clients

Yes. The Closwa Factory Shop in Okahandja offers:

  • Fresh biltong
  • Game products
  • Specials and bulk deals

Not yet.
Exports are done B2B to importers, distributors, and wholesalers.
However, discussions for EU/UK retail channels and kiosks are ongoing.

Yes — if the meat originates from a Halal-certified abattoir.
This must be arranged during ordering.

Namibia’s leading biltong producer
offering premium quality beef & game products