KZN fishing fires up after the storm
KZN fishing conditions are looking good for the weekend. Shad, kob, and rockcod are active along the coast, and offshore pelagics are showing up along the colour lines.
The coast is calming down as the weekend approaches, and fishing conditions in KZN are looking typical for this season.
In the latest Angler News South Africa podcast, Vinesh Soogreem and his team share updates on what’s biting, from the rocks and surf to offshore waters.
Coastal fishing
Rock and surf anglers can look forward to shad, rockcod, kob, and bronze bream where there are sandbanks, holes, and white water. The north coast is getting better, the central areas have mixed catches with shad active on beaches and piers, and the south is producing bream and bigger non-edibles.
Offshore action
Snoek, couta, dorado, and tuna are showing up along the colour lines and in slightly deeper water. Getting results depends on using the right speed, depth, and presentation.
Inland fishing
Trout fishing is good where rivers are clearing, and stillwaters are settling, while local bass fishing is turning up smaller fish.
For more details and all the fishing hotspots, listen to the latest Angler News South Africa podcast at the top of the page or just below.
About Vinesh Soogreem
Vinesh Soogreem is a legend in the South African fishing media scene. With over two decades under his belt, he's not just an angler who's explored the KZN waters extensively, but also a passionate communicator who's shared his knowledge through books, magazines, and now podcasts and social media. Vinesh lives by the motto "Fish for the future", reflecting his dedication to both the sport and conservation.
Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Actively involved in the community since the '90s, he's competed at club and social levels, covered major angling competitions, and earned the trust of the media during the Sardine Run. He currently serves as the National Media Liaison for the South African Surf Casting Association, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the South African fishing scene.
