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Angler News South Africa Podcast

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 Don Solomon, the president of the SA Spearfishing Association delivering a weekly report of conditions and catches from this facet. North Coast reports from Tongaat to Richards Bay are covered by Suvikaar Sewlall, who not only delivers reports but also provides detailed advice on various aspects of angling. The fishing report rounds off in 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.

• Expert Angling Interviews (every second Monday from 5am): Dive deep into the fishing world with Vinesh's in-depth interviews. He chats with leading anglers and industry experts, tackling topics that are on every angler's mind. Learn how to read tides and weather, master specific techniques, and even explore the path to becoming a protea angler.

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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225 Episodes
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South Coast bites above the rest - KZN REPORT (20 FEB '25)

The week delivered mixed results across KZN's fishing grounds, with the North Coast and Midlands experiencing notably quiet periods. In contrast, the South Coast and offshore waters produced exceptional results, yielding impressive catches of snoek, couta, dorado, and sailfish. Durban's fishing scene showed varying success, though the harbour has recovered…
19 Feb 12 min

East Coast's Back In Action - KZN REPORT (13 FEB '25)

KZN fishing is firing up, especially along the South Coast, where dropping water temperatures have bass, kingfish, and sharks actively feeding. While conditions have been mixed on the South Coast, anglers are reporting exciting catches, including non-edible species like sand sharks, hound sharks, along with kingfish and rock species. The…
12 Feb 11 min

Casting Lines in Warm Tides - KZN REPORT (6 FEB '25)

The weather in KZN has been sweltering over the past week, with water temperatures reaching up to 27°C, making fishing conditions increasingly challenging. The rock and surf side is facing particularly tough conditions due to warm seas and strong currents, which has significantly impacted the bite. While most prized catches…
5 Feb 13 min

Still fish to be caught - KZN REPORT (30 JAN '25)

We’re diving headfirst into February, the hottest month of the year, and the fishing scene is bursting with action, both offshore and on the bass and yellowfish fronts. While the aftermath of the Madagascan cyclone has made rock and surf fishing challenging, as the saying goes, "fortune favours the brave."…
29 Jan 11 min

All out summer action - KZN REPORT (23 Jan 25)

It’s all about the exciting summer fishing action along the KZN coast. Our reporters have the latest scoop on species currently active in KZN waters, including dorado, shad, kob, kingfish, and yellowfish. They provide detailed fishing reports from their regions, with updates on the best spots to target, bait recommendations,…
23 Jan 13 min

Big Waves & Bigger Catches - KZN REPORT (16 JAN '25)

It's been a wild week here on the east coast, and we've got an action-packed report for you. From cyclonic seas to massive swells, closed beaches, and even shark nets being removed – things are definitely heating up on the coastline! But fear not, the fishing action is as hot…
16 Jan 15 min

Reeling in the New Year - (KZN REPORT 8 JAN '25)

The fishing season on the east coast is off to an exciting start, with a variety of species being caught along the coastline with great catches including sailfish, dorado, snoek, and amberjack from the deep. Despite some recent weather challenges, fishing remains strong. From the surf side we have reports…
8 Jan 15 min

Festive Fishing in KZN - KZN REPORT (26 DEC '24)

A festive Boxing Day episode, sharing updates on fishing across KZN. • Rock and Surf: North Coast reports limited action, mostly non-edible species like sand sharks. As you move south to Durban, there's a mix of edible and non-edible species, with grey sharks dominating. The harbor is a great place…
24 Dec 2024 8 min

Jingle Bells and Screaming Reels - KZN REPORT (19 DEC '24)

Get ready for an action-packed episode that’s bursting with exciting updates for anglers as the festive season kicks off! From the beaches of KZN to the freshwater dams, the coast is buzzing with incredible catches. Whether it’s the thrill of hooking Dorado, Sand Sharks, Shad, Honeycombs, or Sandies on the…
18 Dec 2024 14 min

Hook, Line, & Summer Shine - KZN REPORT (12 Dec 24)

What a week it’s been in KZN – the summer heat is full on, but so is the fishing! Dorado has stolen the show, with reports flooding in from every corner – skiboats, kayaks, and even rock and surf. It’s been a Dorado frenzy, but that’s not all! Gray sharks,…
12 Dec 2024 14 min

True angling mayhem in KZN - KZN REPORT (05 Dec 24)

What a spectacular week on the water! With species galore and fantastic action, anglers have been spoiled for choice. Shad season is in full swing, and those big shad are showing up in abundance! And it's not just the shad; sharks, dorado, and more are making their presence felt. If…
5 Dec 2024 14 min

Reeling in the Summer Heat - KZN REPORT (29 Nov 24)

Despite a sprinkle of rain mid-week, the weather is expected to be excellent with northeasterly winds, making for ideal conditions for fishing. The South Coast has been thriving with good catches of game fish, including cob, garrick, and the occasional out-of-season shad. Freshwater fishing has also been strong, with solid…
27 Nov 2024 14 min

South Coast holiday fishing - EXPERT SERIES

Planning a holiday trip to the KZN South Coast or looking to spend some quality fishing time with the family? In this expert series episode, Vinesh Soogreem hosts Ray Thompson to discuss the best fishing hotspots along KZN’s South Coast. From family-friendly spots like Trafalgar and Margate to prime fishing…
24 Nov 2024 11 min

Rare catches and big bends - KZN REPORT (21 Nov 24)

This week kicks off summer fishing with thrilling catches like a Bowmouth Guitarfish and a Jenkins Whip Ray, alongside an abundance of Dorado and big sharks across KZN. The coastline is buzzing with both edible and non-edible species, offering great opportunities for all types of anglers. Freshwater fishing is also…
21 Nov 2024 13 min

Conquering the elements – KZN REPORT (14 Nov 24)

Despite challenging weather conditions this week in KZN, including rain, wind, and fluctuating water temperatures, anglers have managed to reel in a variety of fish. On the KZN South Coast, Sandspit and Margate Pier have been hotspots, with Garrick caught on live bait, along with species like bronze bream, blacktail,…
14 Nov 2024 12 min

Choosing the right hook - EXPERT SERIES

In this expert series, Vinesh Soogreem interviews fishing specialist Jace Govender to explore the wide range of fishing hooks and their specific uses. The podcast covers the evolution of fishing hooks, from basic metal tools to today’s sophisticated designs, including long shank hooks, barbed hooks, J hooks, and circle hooks…
10 Nov 2024 17 min

KZN's unstoppable anglers - KZN REPORT (7 Nov 24)

Weather conditions around KZN this week have been challenging. However, some anglers have had rods bending with bream, brusher, shad, Kob, and non-edible species catches. While offshore fishing has seen rewards, freshwater fishing continues to produce strong results. Reports from various coastal areas like the South Coast, Durban, and North…
7 Nov 2024 15 min

Prime Hotspots For KZN - KZN REPORT (31 Oct 24)

Once again Vinesh Soogreem and the Angler News team delivers an action-packed week from all facets despite windy conditions with some fishing grounds producing a higher strike rate than others. With catches of Garrick, mammoth bass, bomber shad, and a variety of species off both offshore and freshwater spots it…
31 Oct 2024 14 min

The Art of Fly Fishing - EXPERT SERIES

There's nothing like a peaceful day out in nature, fishing in a quiet spot. It's a great way to relax and enjoy the scenery. In this episode, Vinesh Soogreem chats with expert fly fisherman Alan Will about his passion for fly fishing in South Africa. They dive into the science…
27 Oct 2024 23 min

Margate has all the fish - KZN REPORT (24 Oct 24)

The KZN South Coast area has been the destination of choice for rock and surf this past week as it seemed to have been the hotspot for anglers with the rest of the province reporting a mixed bag of results without any fireworks. While offshore fishing has been thriving with…
24 Oct 2024 15 min
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