Angler News SA Podcast
Episodes
Durban Pier Pressure: A discussion about pier access
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about the struggles and dreams of KZN's subsistence anglers? In this episode, Vinesh Soogreem chats to John Peter Narayanasamy, chairperson ...
Catch of the Year Alert! - KZN REPORT (16 May '24)
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don't miss this week's KZN Fishing Report to hear about Mr. Mike V’s jaw-dropping 179.8kg Zambezi catch off the North Coast. It’s a story that’s...
Landing 300 kilo monsters: Jace Govender's Guide (EXPERT SERIES)
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a detailed interview with seasoned angler Jace Govender, known for his exceptional rock and surf fishing skills, especially in c...
The Indigo Patch: KZN’s Seasonal CHANGE - KZN REPORT (9 May '24)
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As autumn wanes into winter, KZN's waters are alive with a spectacular mix of edible and non-edible species, creating a fishing environment that's pul...
From Weekend Anglers to Protea Anglers (EXPERT SERIES)
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to become a Protea Angler? This episode features an interview with South Africa's Protea anglers, Saffiya and Hajra Ahmod, discussin...
The Big Catch Week - KZN REPORT (2 MAY '24)
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It has been another bumper week of fishing in KZN. Anglers have experienced a variety of fish species, offering a mere taste of what's to come as we a...
Mastering the wind: Fishing secrets revealed (EXPERT SERIES)
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode delves into the significance of winds in fishing, emphasizing how winds influence water conditions and affect the behavior of various fis...
The best weekend of the season! – KZN REPORT (26 Apr 24)
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have felt a wind sent by the fishing gods to bless KZN with an abundance of catches. Despite the touch of an early morning winter bite, a...
Rough, dirty conditions & barometric pressure - KZN REPORT (18 APR '24)
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The seas have been big and dirty. Once settled, the fishing has picked up with some decent fish being landed. Offshore: Although the sea has been a b...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 11 APR 24
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We made it past April fools without too much drama. The sea is looking better than it has in a long time and the freshwater scene is firing! Time to f...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 4 APR 24
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is starting to pick up speed and we are almost a quarter of a way through already... Scary facts aside, the fishing continues on a high note all ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 28 MAR 24
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing has been good on all fronts. The weather has been a bit iffy but the breaks in the wind/rain have been producing the goods. Offshore: Off...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 21 MAR 24
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With a long weekend ahead and some mainly sunny conditions, it looks like the good fishing will continue. Rock and surf: The summer fishing has been ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 13 MAR 24
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The weather hasn't been the only thing cooking this past week, we have fish on a variety of species heating up reels predominantly down south coast.Of...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 07 MAR 24
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The northeast winds and the summer heat have turned the fishing on. Whether you are on the shore or in a boat, the fish are biting!Offshore: The...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 29 FEB 24
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two months in and 2024 is treating us fisherfolk pretty well. Plenty of fish being caught and some decent conditions.Offshore: The offshore fishing ha...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 22 FEB 24
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Summer has definitely flexed its muscles these past few days. There have been gamefish, flatfish and plenty of sunshine!Offshore: The offshore has bee...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 16 FEB 24
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hot weather and NE winds have made for some fantastic fishing this past week. Offshore: The offshore fishing is really picking up with a lo...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 08 FEB 24
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just like the famous soundtrack of Beverly Hills cop, the heat is most definitely on! With temperatures holding over 30 degrees it is a great time if ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 01 FEB 24
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Into the hottest month we go. February means hot days, sharks, rays and gamefish. Offshore: The sea has been a bit bumpy with the more prev...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 26 JAN 24
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10 Days of epic fishing starts now - The North East is here and that means BIG FISH!In this episode we dive into KZN's hottest feeding zones including...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 18 JAN 24
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The summer fishing has been brilliant with most inedible anglers making trips up north to take advantage of the diamond smashes. The recent rains have...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 12 JAN 24
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just like that 2024 is in full swing! The freshwater scene is seeing great fish, the summer fish have arrived for the rock and surf guys and the ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 05 JAN 24
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“The New Year is upon us, and there are lots of new fish waiting to find themselves attached to the end of your line! The “Fish-o-Meter&rd...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 29 DEC 23
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just like that we say good bye to 2023. It has been a year of fish, festivities and plenty of fun. Offshore: The seas have been a lot better this...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 23 DEC 23
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sorry for the Podcast but we wanted to give you the freshest news for this festive weekend!The weather has not been playing the game but the fishing h...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 15 DEC 23
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With holidays upon us and some awesome conditions, it is time to get out there and enjoy the sea.Offshore: The fishing off Durban has been a bit slow ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 07 DEC 23
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are in the home stretch, just a few more days to Christmas and just a few more past that to the end of 2023. Fishing has been magic with plenty of ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 01 DEC 23
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let the festive season begin…Offshore: The couta and tuna have been keeping the offshore anglers very busy. The north has been the place to go ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 23 NOV 23
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Durban heat is here, and the summer fish have followed. Most summer accounts have opened with a bang. Have you opened yours yet?Offshore: Th...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 16 NOV 23
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are almost at the end of 2023... we made it! The fishing has been electric over the last week with all facets having awesome action.Offshore: The o...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 9 NOV 23
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing has been good on the days that fishing has been possible. Plan your trips around the weather as best you can and you will get some good re...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 03 NOV 23
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The weather has not been playing the game, but the fishing has still been on top form. From snow on the berg to big seas and rain on the coast, the we...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 27 OCT 23
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The past week has seen plenty of interesting weather and bigger seas. Luckily the fish don't mind getting wet, in fact they prefer it!Offshore: The of...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 19 OCT 23
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Offshore: Tuna, snoek, bottomfish and garrick have been on the menu. So there is something for everyone, you just need to get out there.Rock and Surf:...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 12 OCT 23
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing is really starting to follow the weather with the summer heat getting the fish going.Offshore: The sea has not been the friendliest over t...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 05 OCT 23
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The first glimpses of summer are here but the weather needs to behave... The fish have been starting to warm up so get your gear and get out there!Off...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 28 SEPT 23
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Garrick and brusher have been the main headliners this past week. The first glimpses of summer are here but the weather needs to behave.Offshore: ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 21 SEPT 23
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Offshore: The offshore fishing has been fantastic this past week. There have been plenty of fish caught and a lot of methods that have been productive...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 15 SEP 23
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the cold snap at the beginning of the week, it has been difficult to convince most people to get up early and throw a bait/lure. Luckily, the fis...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 08 SEPT 23
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing has been dominated by the spinning anglers this past week, but a couple decent fish have been landed in all facets.Offshore: The Offshore ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 30 AUG 23
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The weather has not been playing the game, but the fishing has still been on top form. From the bass to the billfish, there is something for everyone ...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 24 AUG 23
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing has been good despite the windier conditions. Make the most of the gaps in the weather and go get some fish.Offshore: The offshore fishing...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 18 AUG 23
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fishing has been good on all fronts with the catch reports heating up along with the weather. We are heading for some windy months so be prepared....
ANSA - KZN REPORT 10 AUG 23
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This year is flying past...The cooler weather is being broken by some warmer spells in Durban. Let's hope summer comes soon so we can start hearing so...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 27 JULY 23
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
And poof! July is pretty much gone...The cold is almost gone and the summer months are coming.Offshore: The garrick and snoek have been the main...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 20 JULY 23
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cold...that pretty much sums up the last week. In terms of fishing though it has been rather hot! Kob, Garrick and even some inedibles! OFFSHORE:...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 13 JULY 23
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The KZN Purple Patch continues on all facets of angling! Vinesh's website
ANSA - KZN REPORT - 7 JULY 23
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The winter chill is heavy in the air! The weather might be cold, but the fishing is hot.Offshore: Offshore the fishing has been a mix of bottom fishin...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 30 JUNE 23
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just like that we are over the halfway mark for 2023...The sardines are still around in big numbers, but the rains will slow down the action for a few...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 23 JUN 23
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After some difficult fishing conditions and the disappearance of the Sardines over this past week, KZN is now prepped for what is predicated to be a p...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 16 JUN 23
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The month of June is running away (well done Comrades runners). The freshwater fishing has picked up in the berg and the sards are finally here.Offsho...
ANSA - KZN REPORT 9 JUNE 23
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is here! The cold weather and winter swell has arrived. The fishing has continued on all fronts with some decent fish being caught.Offshore: Th...