KZN Kobtober is loading with outstanding coastal fishing
KZN's coastline is producing some of the best fishing of the season right now, with kob taking centre stage from Durban down the South Coast. Spring is bringing calmer seas and hungry fish across the province. Get the full report.
KZN's coastline is producing some of the best fishing of the season, with action reported from Durban right down the South Coast. Kob have been the standout species, with several quality fish landed in recent weeks.
In the latest episode of Angler News South Africa, Vinesh Soogreem and the crew report on the Kobtober action and what's biting across the province as spring settles in.
KZN shore fishing from Durban to South Coast
Shad, rockcod, kingfish, and garrick continue to keep anglers busy in the surf. Shark activity has also increased, particularly on the lower South Coast, where blue rays, skates, and grey sharks are making their presence felt.
Offshore fishing across KZN waters
The North Coast remains red-hot, with tuna, snoek, kob, and quality bottom fish featuring strongly in catches. The Central Coast continues to produce snoek, kob, and geelbek despite challenging conditions, while anglers fishing the South Coast and Aliwal Shoal have enjoyed excellent garrick, snoek, and bottom-fishing action whenever weather windows have allowed.
With calmer seas forecast and fish active throughout the province, all signs point to a spectacular weekend on the water.
Midlands freshwater fishing
Spring may have arrived, but Midlands rivers remain in desperate need of substantial rainfall. Despite low water levels, the opening of the trout river season has produced encouraging catches, particularly on lower river sections where trout up to 43cm have been reported. Yellowfish fishing continues to impress in the Umkomaas, uMzimkhulu, and Tugela systems, with excellent water clarity and good fish responding to both dry and nymph patterns. Bass anglers have reported improving action at Midmar and Inanda Dams, while concerns over water quality at Albert Falls Dam remain.
For all the hotspots and detailed reports, listen to Angler News South Africa at the top of the page, or directly 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 KwaZulu-Natal 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.
