Episodios

  • All Eyes on South Coast - KZN REPORT (22 JANUARY '26)

    All Eyes on South Coast - KZN REPORT (22 JANUARY '26)
    Jan 22 2026
    Summer fishing along the KZN coast is firing on all cylinders, with screaming drags and plenty of variety for shore, offshore and freshwater anglers alike. Rock and surf action has been consistent from north to south, with inedibles dominating up north, reliable edible action along the central coast, and the South Coast standing out as the week’s top performer. Quality scratch fishing, solid shad, and serious inedibles have made the southern stretches the place to be, while Durban’s key spots continue to deliver dependable action when conditions align.
    Offshore, anglers have been rewarded for their persistence, with Dorado, Snoek and Couta featuring across the coast despite fluctuating water conditions. Reef fishing has produced quality fish, and cleaner water has held steady action both north and south. Inland, stable weather has opened short windows for freshwater anglers, with trout waters slowly improving, stillwaters producing mixed returns, and Sterkfontein continuing to shine for yellowfish. With summer momentum building and conditions gradually settling, KZN anglers have plenty to be excited about in the weeks ahead. Vinesh's website
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    17 m
  • Fast Start - No warm up - KZN REPORT (15 JANUARY '26)

    Fast Start - No warm up - KZN REPORT (15 JANUARY '26)
    Jan 15 2026
    The KZN coast has kicked off 2026 at full throttle. Rock and surf anglers are into hard, fast action with sharks, rays and skates dominating the shallows, bronze bream firing in the gullies. Durban’s coastline and harbour are producing well for those who stuck it out through rougher conditions, and with calmer seas ahead, the bite is lining up perfectly.
    Offshore, dorado continue to lead the charge from north to south, backed by couta, tuna and strong bottom fishing off reefs and wrecks. Inland, the Midlands remain wet but promising, with stillwaters and private venues producing fish and yellowfish action standing out at Sterkfontein and the upper uMngeni. With conditions settling, 2026 is shaping up as a year worth chasing. Vinesh's website
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    16 m
  • 2026 Lines Tight Already - KZN REPORT (08 JANUARY '26)

    2026 Lines Tight Already - KZN REPORT (08 JANUARY '26)
    Jan 8 2026
    2026 has kicked off with serious energy along the KZN coastline. From Durban to Margate, the saltwater action has been nothing short of explosive. Grey sharks, rays, shad, bream and skates are active in the shallows, while calmer seas have unlocked red-hot bites in gullies, harbours and along the pier. Offshore, the season is already showing standout potential, with dorado dominating catches, backed up by tuna, couta and snoek from north to south. Smaller boats and skis are well in the game, deeper reefs are producing quality bottom fish, and live bait is proving key for bigger tuna as 2026 opens with bent rods and high expectations.
    Freshwater tells a very different story, shaped by relentless rain and heavy runoff. Rivers and stillwaters across much of KZN have been tough going, with high, off-colour water limiting opportunities over the festive period. With rainfall beginning to ease, anglers are watching conditions closely, gear at the ready, as 2026 promises plenty of opportunity for those willing to time it right. Vinesh's website
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    16 m
  • The Final Cast of 2025 - KZN REPORT (24 DECEMBER '25)

    The Final Cast of 2025 - KZN REPORT (24 DECEMBER '25)
    Dec 24 2025
    The final show of 2025 delivers pure East Coast summer energy as the Angler News team comes together for a passionate end-of-year send-off. From Durban to the North Coast, Midlands, South Coast, and offshore grounds, this episode is packed with on-the-ground fishing reports covering rock and surf, ski boat, paddle ski, offshore, and freshwater action. Listeners are treated to standout catches, changing conditions, festive-season fishing opportunities, and expert local insight from a dedicated network of reporters. Vinesh's website
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    15 m
  • Chasing The Summer Tide - KZN REPORT (18 DECEMBER '25)

    Chasing The Summer Tide - KZN REPORT (18 DECEMBER '25)
    Dec 17 2025
    Coastal anglers are in the middle of an all-out feeding frenzy along the KZN coastline. Rock and surf action is firing from north to south with a mixed bag of species. Durban anglers are finding solid rewards after pushing through recent rough conditions, with the harbour still producing well for those who can navigate the crowds. Further south, Margate Pier continues to deliver high-energy sessions, and with calmer seas forecast, conditions are shaping up for clean casts, smoother water and fish that are fully switched on. Offshore, the coast is buzzing with one of the strongest dorado runs of the season. From ski-boats to larger craft, anglers are reporting screaming reels and bent rods, with dorado leading the charge alongside strong tuna and couta action.
    Inland, the Midlands is experiencing classic summer weather chaos, with rapid swings between heavy rain and intense heat shaping freshwater conditions. Recent rainfall has pushed river levels up, with upper reaches flowing clear but fast, and lower sections running dirty. Sterkfontein remains a standout for fly anglers.
    This weekend is lining up crisp casts, smoother seas, and fish that are absolutely switched on and looking for trouble. Vinesh's website
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    17 m
  • Summer Wave Of Big Fish - KZN REPORT (12 DECEMBER '25)

    Summer Wave Of Big Fish - KZN REPORT (12 DECEMBER '25)
    Dec 11 2025
    The KwaZulu-Natal coast has delivered explosive action this week, with rock-and-surf anglers reporting relentless shad activity, consistent bream and ray encounters, and even scattered shark pressure across the coastline. Offshore, the dorado run has dominated headlines, with strong catches reported from the north all the way through to the south coast. Tuna, couta, snoek and the odd billfish have kept boats bending. Improving sea conditions heading into the weekend have anglers expecting another round of high-paced action.
    Inland, heavy rainfall has pushed the Mngeni System close to capacity, and rivers across the Midlands are running high, fast and often muddy. Challenging conditions have limited river returns. Bass reports have been mixed, with modest returns from Midmar and competitive catches at recent league events, while carp, barbel and yellowfish have offered opportunities where conditions remained stable. With shifting weather patterns and rising water levels, freshwater anglers are choosing their outings carefully as the Midlands settles into a wetter phase. Vinesh's website
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    17 m
  • East Coast Dorado Fever - KZN REPORT (04 DECEMBER '25)

    East Coast Dorado Fever - KZN REPORT (04 DECEMBER '25)
    Dec 4 2025
    The KZN coast is buzzing like never before this season, and this weekend is shaping up to be pure chaos — in the best way! From the lower north coast down to Margate, Grey sharks, Honeycomb rays, skates, and Shad are all on a mission, hammering anything that hits the water, while bronze bream in the rocky gullies are tearing into prawn baits with full-on fury.
    Offshore, it’s electric from north to south. Dorado are absolutely ripping it up, from feisty juveniles to absolute bulls and Couta continue to dominate, snoek are schooling, and bottom fishing is producing chunky rockcod — the action never stops.
    Inland, the Midlands has been soaked by summer rains, filling dams and turning rivers muddy, but keen anglers are still finding pockets of magic. Upper river reaches are clearer and fishable, while Sterkfontein continues to fire for both small- and largemouth yellowfish. The inland scene may be wetter and trickier, but for those ready to brave it, the rewards are huge.
    Whether you’re chasing salt or fresh, this weekend promises biting fish, calmer winds, and conditions lined up for serious angling action — KZN is ON FIRE! Vinesh's website
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    17 m
  • Black Friday Bite Buzz - KZN REPORT (27 NOVEMBER '25)

    Black Friday Bite Buzz - KZN REPORT (27 NOVEMBER '25)
    Nov 27 2025
    Fishing has been firing along the KZN coastline. The lower north coast is producing grey sharks, honeycomb rays, and various skates, while bronze bream are feeding well in the rocky gullies. Durban harbour is delivering quality fish for those keeping clear of the Wala Wala, and Margate Pier is seeing Garrick, Bream, and the odd Hammerhead. Offshore, Umhlanga is alive with Dorado smashing pink and purple lures, while Durban waters are holding Geelbeck and Tuna. Down south, high-speed trolling is producing strong Tuna, with Dorado and bottom fish like rockcod still coming out consistently.

    Recent rains have dams filling fast, with Mearns and Wagondrift already overflowing and Midmar and Alberts not far behind. Rivers are producing good brown trout and the Mooi and uMngeni systems are giving steady results.. As water temperatures rise, fish are holding deeper along weedbeds. Bass anglers are finding steady catches at Midmar, strong results in private dams, and excellent yellowfish action continues at Sterkfontein. Vinesh's website
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    17 m