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Reel in the latest fishing updates, tips, and tricks with the king of KZN fishing, Vinesh Soogreem, on the award-winning Angler News South Africa (ANSA) podcast! ANSA is Africa's only fishing podcast that focuses on the latest fishing reports, whether they're hot or not. ANSA delivers true and accurate content from the country's most prominent anglers every week on various facets of angling. • The KZN Fishing Report (Thursday mornings) From the Lower South Coast, Adam Lyon covers everything fishing-related from Port Edward to Port Shepstone. The news then flows down to the Kingsburg/Illovo stretch, where Ray Thompson gathers content from the rocks daily. For the Durban report, we have two correspondents: Mike Vlcek, a seasoned competitive angler, and Brad Grobbler, known as the East Coast's Davie Jones for the time he spends on the water keeping anglers up to date on the week's activities. Ansa also has one of KZN’s leading female anglers Michaela Daniel reporting from Blue Lagoon to Sodwana and from Tugela we have reports from Richard McMurdo, who not only delivers reports but also provides detailed advice on various aspects of angling. The fishing report also includes angling news from the Midlands with Jan Korrûbel reporting on all facets of freshwater angling. This weekly report includes predictions for the upcoming weekend from Vinesh and the team. With over two decades of experience, Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, the ANSA podcast has something for everyone.

  1. 1d ago

    Trophy Fish Are Around - KZN REPORT (22 OCT '26)

    Anglers across KwaZulu-Natal are reporting encouraging catches following a spell of improved sea conditions, with activity picking up from Durban Bay to the South Coast and offshore reefs. Rock and surf anglers have landed a variety of species, including kob, garrick, stumpnose, pompano and blacktail, while Durban Bay continues to produce good grunter catches. Sharks and rays have also featured in reports, adding to the variety along the coastline. Offshore fishing has improved significantly, particularly around Durban, where anglers have reported musselcracker, geelbek, half-kob and daggas. Yellowtail, tuna and couta have also been caught, while the first sightings of wahoo further north have raised expectations ahead of the upcoming gamefish season. Freshwater anglers have also enjoyed some success, with trout reported in the Bushman's River and local stillwaters. Bass fishing is improving at Midmar Dam, while carp and tilapia are producing at Albert Falls. Jozini Dam has also delivered promising tigerfish catches. #KZNFishing #FishingSouthAfrica #DurbanFishing #AnglingSA #FishingReport #KZNCoast #SaltwaterFishing #OffshoreFishing #RockAndSurf #FishingLife #TightLines #FishingCommunity #SouthCoastFishing #GameFishing #FreshwaterFishing #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    Trophy Fish Are Around - KZN REPORT (22 OCT '26)

  2. Oct 15

    Fishing Hotspots Heat Up - KZN REPORT (15 OCT '26)

    The KZN Coastline has been producing a healthy mix of edibles, with kob, brusher, stumpnose, grunter, bronze bream, pompano and the occasional black musselcracker featuring in catches. Margate Pier continues to draw attention with quality kob, garrick and even some impressive yellowtail, while live bait remains the top tactic for anglers targeting larger predators. Non-edible action is also building, with sand sharks, grey sharks, spinner sharks, blue rays and diamond rays becoming more prominent as summer approaches. Offshore, improving sea conditions have opened up productive fishing opportunities. The deeper reefs are producing geelbek, daga salmon, half-kob, rockcod, soldiers and musselcracker, while yellowtail continue to keep anglers busy further north. Perhaps the most exciting development is the arrival of the first couta and increasing reports of pelagic activity, signalling that the summer gamefish season is not far away. Meanwhile on the freshwater, recent rainfall has improved water levels across much of the Midlands, despite concerns surrounding a developing El Niño later in the season. Trout rivers are flowing strongly again, with anglers reporting steady catches from the Bushmans River, particularly on nymph patterns. Yellowfish anglers are also enjoying productive conditions, while Midlands stillwaters continue to produce quality trout. Bass fishing is showing strong signs of improvement at Midmar, Albert Falls and other regional waters, with fish becoming increasingly active in the warmer conditions. Reports of excellent tigerfish action at Jozini Dam are also attracting attention from anglers looking for something a little more aggressive. With favourable weather windows forecast, anglers have every reason to be optimistic heading into the weekend. #KZNFishing #FishingReport #KZNCoastline #DurbanFishing #MargatePier #SouthAfricanFishing #RockAndSurfFishing #OffshoreFishing #FreshwaterFishing #TroutFishing #BassFishing #Tigerfish #CoutaFishing #Yellowtail #KobFishing #AnglingSouthAfrica #FishingCommunity #FishingPodcast #FishingRadio #FishingTalk #PodcastLife #PodcastContent #AudioContent #AudioBroadcast #FishingNews #WeekendFishing #FishingSA #KwaZuluNatal #TightLines #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    Fishing Hotspots Heat Up - KZN REPORT (15 OCT '26)

  3. Oct 8

    Weekend Fishing Is Firing - KZN REPORT (08 OCT '26)

    There are plenty of reasons to get your fishing gear ready this weekend, with the KZN coast producing some excellent catches. The edible fishing along the East Coast has really switched on, with, stumpnose, grunter, garrick, kob and bronze bream all featuring. Black musselcracker have also made a few surprise appearances, while inside Durban Bay the grunter fishing remains excellent, with quality kob and a few juvenile kingfish also coming out. There have also been some surprise catches, including grey sharks, diamond rays and honeycomb rays. With sandshark season just kicking, things are only going to get more interesting. Meanwhile out deep, after weeks of difficult weather, offshore anglers finally have something to smile about, with quality musselcracker, half kob, geelbek, yellowtail and bigger soldiers being landed. Water temperatures are sitting around 22°C, while garrick are active around the Blue Lagoon and Virginia areas and the first wahoo are starting to show offshore. Reports of mackerel moving north could also be a very positive sign for the summer gamefish season. On the freshwater front, trout streams are clearing and good fish are being reported from the Mooi and Bushmans Rivers, while yellowfish anglers are back in action on the Umgeni, while bass, carp and barbel are being caught at Midmar and Albert Falls. All in all, this weekend is lined up to have rods bending throughout the coastline. #Fishing #FishingSouthAfrica #KZNFishing #DurbanFishing #KwaZuluNatal #SouthAfricanFishing #SaltwaterFishing #RockAndSurfFishing #SurfFishing #ShoreFishing #OffshoreFishing #DeepSeaFishing #GameFishing #FreshwaterFishing #TroutFishing #BassFishing #CarpFishing #Yellowfish #KZNCoast #Durban #FishingReport #WeekendFishing #TightLines #GoFishing #Angling #Anglers #FishingLife #FishingAdventure #FishingCommunity #Stumpnose #Grunter #Garrick #Kob #Musselcracker #BronzeBream #Yellowtail #Geelbek #Wahoo #Kingfish #Sandshark #FishingSouthAfrica Vinesh's website

    Weekend Fishing Is Firing - KZN REPORT (08 OCT '26)

  4. Oct 1

    It’s Officially Kobtober - KZN REPORT (01 OCT '26)

    It’s officially Kobtober, and while kob remain a major target along the KZN coastline, anglers are reminded that the shad season is now closed and will reopen on 1 December. Despite this, coastal fishing remains productive, with a wide variety of species keeping rods bent from the beaches to the deeper reefs. Recent reports show excellent catches of brusher, stumpnose, grunter, kob, bronze bream and black musselcracker, particularly along the Durban North and Umhlanga stretches. A handful of grey sharks, diamond rays and honeycomb rays have also added excitement for anglers targeting larger fish. Offshore, weather windows have delivered quality catches of geelbek, daga salmon, Englishman, scottsman, slinger and rockcod, while the arrival of yellowfin tuna has created growing excitement as water temperatures begin to rise. Durban Bay continues to produce quality grunter and kob, and with springer season approaching, there is plenty for anglers to look forward to. Conditions are improving, fish are on the move, and the KZN coastline continues to offer excellent spring fishing opportunities. Meanwhile on the freshwater side on KZN, decent rainfall has boosted dam levels across the Midlands and improved conditions in many freshwater systems. The trout rivers have recovered well following a slow start to the season, with anglers still finding fish despite stronger flows and occasional discoloured water. Stillwaters continue to produce quality trout, while the recent Underberg Himeville Trout Festival delivered some impressive catches before the weather turned. Bass fishing has improved noticeably at Midmar, Albert Falls and Mearns Dams, with good numbers of fish being reported as spring conditions settle in. Water levels continue to climb, providing a welcome boost to KZN's freshwater fisheries. Anglers travelling through the Midlands are reminded that Foot and Mouth Disease biosecurity protocols remain in place and should be strictly observed. #KZNFishing #KwaZuluNatalFishing #KZNAngling #FishingKZN #DurbanFishing #DurbanAnglers #UmhlangaFishing #DurbanNorth #KobFishing #KobTober #ShadSeason #RockAndSurf #RockAndSurfFishing #SurfFishing #BeachFishing #CoastalFishing #OffshoreFishing #YellowfinTuna #Geelbek #DagaSalmon #BlackMusselcracker #BronzeBream #Grunter #Stumpnose #Brusher #FishingSouthAfrica #SouthAfricanAngler #SAFishing #AnglingSouthAfrica #FreshwaterFishing #KZNFreshwater #BassFishing #TroutFishing #MidmarDam #AlbertFalls #FishingLife #SpringFishing #TightLines #GoFish #FishOn #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    It’s Officially Kobtober - KZN REPORT (01 OCT '26)

  5. Sep 24

    Long Weekend Coastal Chaos - KZN REPORT (24 SEP '26)

    Despite a week of rough weather and limited opportunities offshore, anglers who found fishable windows were rewarded with some quality catches. Along the beaches, kob remain the headline species, particularly on live bait after dark, while stumpnose, grunter, garrick, bronze bream, blacktail and rockcod have all featured in catches. Non-edible action is also improving, with grey sharks, spinner sharks, honeycomb rays and sand sharks making regular appearances. Offshore, conditions have been challenging, but anglers have still managed snoek, couta, yellowfin tuna, yellowtail, geelbek and daga salmon, while Durban Bay continues to produce some impressive grunter and kingfish. With summer edging closer and predator activity increasing, there's plenty of excitement along the KZN coastline. Meanwhile, the Midlands remains in desperate need of substantial rainfall, although forecasts are showing promising signs of incoming rain and colder weather. Trout anglers have reported encouraging catches from the uMngeni and Mooi Rivers. Yellowfish continue to thrive in the clear waters of the Umkomaas, uMzimkhulu and Tugela systems, offering excellent sight-fishing opportunities. Stillwaters are producing consistent trout catches, while Midmar, Albert Falls, Inanda and Hazelmere have all reported improving bass fishing as fish move through their spawning cycle. Carp catches at Midmar have also been encouraging, with several quality fish reported. #KZNFishing #DurbanFishing #FishingSouthAfrica #SouthAfricanFishing #KZNCoast #DurbanCoast #CoastalFishing #SurfFishing #RockAndSurf #ShoreFishing #OffshoreFishing #DeepSeaFishing #SaltwaterFishing #GameFishing #AnglingSouthAfrica #SAAngling #FishingReport #FishingNews #FishingLife #TightLines #KobFishing #GrunterFishing #GarrickFishing #CoutaFishing #SnoekFishing #YellowfinTuna #YellowtailFishing #Kingfish #Stumpnose #BronzeBream #Blacktail #Rockcod #SharkFishing #TroutFishing #Yellowfish #BassFishing #CarpFishing #FlyFishing #MidmarDam #AlbertFalls #InandaDam #HazelmereDam #Umkomaas #Umzimkhulu #Tugela #KZNMidlands #KwaZuluNatal #VisitKZN #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    Long Weekend Coastal Chaos - KZN REPORT (24 SEP '26)

  6. Sep 17

    Big Fish Hits KZN Waters - KZN REPORT (17 SEP '26)

    The KZN coastline is showing all the signs of a productive spring season, with increasing baitfish activity attracting a wide range of predators. Kob remain the standout species along the beaches, with anglers also finding success on shad, blacktail, bream and rockcod. The arrival of brute shad around Amanzimtoti has added extra excitement, while kingfish and garrick are keeping both live-bait and spinning anglers on their toes. Shark activity is also starting to increase, particularly on the lower South Coast, where rays, skates and other non-edible species are beginning to feature more regularly. Offshore, the North Coast continues to lead the way with excellent catches of tuna, snoek, couta and quality bottom fish, while the Central Coast is producing snoek, geelbek and rockcod despite challenging weather conditions. Further south, anglers making the most of favourable weather windows have enjoyed exciting tuna and bottom-fishing action. With improving conditions and plenty of fish moving through the province, the outlook for the weekend is extremely promising. Moving away from the coast much-needed rain and possible snowfall are on the forecast for the Midlands, bringing hope for rivers that remain exceptionally low for this time of year. Trout anglers have reported encouraging catches from the uMngeni and Mooi rivers, while yellowfish continue to provide excellent sight-fishing opportunities in the Umkomaas, uMzimkhulu and Tugela systems. Stillwaters remain productive, with trout responding well to natural-pattern streamers and larger flies. Bass fishing has improved noticeably at Midmar, Albert Falls, Hazelmere and Inanda Dams, with several quality fish reported as the spring spawning cycle gets underway. #KZNFishing #FishingKZN #KZNCoastline #SouthAfricaFishing #FishingReport #WeekendFishing #SpringFishing #AnglingLife #TightLines #FishingAdventure #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    Big Fish Hits KZN Waters - KZN REPORT (17 SEP '26)

  7. Sep 10

    KZN Kobtober Is Loading - KZN REPORT (10 SEP '26)

    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, while 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, 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. Meanwhile in the freshwater side of KZN, 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. #KZNFishing #KwaZuluNatal #DurbanFishing #SouthCoastFishing #NorthCoastFishing #AliwalShoal #KZNAngling #SurfFishing #RockAndSurf #SaltwaterFishing #OffshoreFishing #DeepSeaFishing #ShadFishing #KobFishing #GarrickFishing #Kingfish #SnoekFishing #BottomFishing #SharkFishing #Yellowfish #TroutFishing #BassFishing #FlyFishing #FreshwaterFishing #MidlandsFishing #FishingSouthAfrica #SAFishing #AnglersOfSouthAfrica #FishingLife #TightLines #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    KZN Kobtober Is Loading - KZN REPORT (10 SEP '26)

  8. Sep 3

    Spring Turns On The Bite - KZN REPORT (03 SEP '26)

    The KZN coastline continues to offer plenty of opportunity as spring begins to take hold. The North Coast remains a standout, with baitfish attracting kob, garrick, shad, snoek, tuna and rockcod across both shore and offshore waters. Along the Central Coast, shad are still leading the catches, while kob, garrick and grey sharks remain active whenever conditions improve. Offshore anglers are finding success with snoek, kob and geelbek, despite strong winds and challenging conditions. Further south, garrick, kingfish and quality bottom fish continue to feature, with Aliwal Shoal producing exciting action whenever weather windows allow. Meanwhile on the freshwater scene, Spring has arrived, but recent forecasts suggest winter is not quite finished yet, with more cold weather and possible snowfall expected in the highlands. The trout river season is now open, although low river levels have made conditions challenging despite recent rainfall. Stillwater fishing has been far more productive, with good trout catches reported on a mix of Woolly Buggers, nymphs and dry flies. Yellowfish activity is steadily improving in the Tugela and Umkomaas systems, while some impressive 3kg-plus bass have been reported from local farm dams. @vineshsoogreem #vineshsoogreem Vinesh's website

    Spring Turns On The Bite - KZN REPORT (03 SEP '26)
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Reel in the latest fishing updates, tips, and tricks with the king of KZN fishing, Vinesh Soogreem, on the award-winning Angler News South Africa (ANSA) podcast! ANSA is Africa's only fishing podcast that focuses on the latest fishing reports, whether they're hot or not. ANSA delivers true and accurate content from the country's most prominent anglers every week on various facets of angling. • The KZN Fishing Report (Thursday mornings) From the Lower South Coast, Adam Lyon covers everything fishing-related from Port Edward to Port Shepstone. The news then flows down to the Kingsburg/Illovo stretch, where Ray Thompson gathers content from the rocks daily. For the Durban report, we have two correspondents: Mike Vlcek, a seasoned competitive angler, and Brad Grobbler, known as the East Coast's Davie Jones for the time he spends on the water keeping anglers up to date on the week's activities. Ansa also has one of KZN’s leading female anglers Michaela Daniel reporting from Blue Lagoon to Sodwana and from Tugela we have reports from Richard McMurdo, who not only delivers reports but also provides detailed advice on various aspects of angling. The fishing report also includes angling news from the Midlands with Jan Korrûbel reporting on all facets of freshwater angling. This weekly report includes predictions for the upcoming weekend from Vinesh and the team. With over two decades of experience, Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, the ANSA podcast has something for everyone.

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    East Coast Radio Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    150
  • Rating
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