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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.
Weekly English South Africa Sports · Leisure
232 Episodes
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Latest on Sardines PLUS New SA Record - KZN REPORT (6 June 24)

In this week's KZN Report, we've got all the very latest news on angling conditions following the severe storm in parts of the province on Monday, plus news on a new South African record AND the latest on the Sardine Run. KZN had delivered a new unofficial SA record for…
6 Jun 2024 25 min

Sardine Run Forecast (EXPERT SERIES)

“Activity does not mean there are sardines.” - Jace Govender In this week's Expert Series episode, Vinesh welcomes back sardine expert Jace Govender to discuss the anticipated 2024 sardine run. They talk about everything from fake news and the reliability of information relating to the sardine run to factors affecting…
3 Jun 2024 13 min

On the Hook in KZN - KZN REPORT (30 May '24)

Vinesh Soogreem brings you the latest fishing action from KZN. From Grey Sharks, Shad, and Garrick, to epic bottom fishing, find out what's been biting across Durban, North Coast, South Coast, and more! For freshwater enthusiasts, bass are back on the bite, and trout fishing is alive again. Plus, a…
30 May 2024 22 min

Insider's guide to booking Charter Boats in South Africa

Are you considering booking a charter boat in South Africa but feeling overwhelmed by the many options available? We’ve got an in-depth interview with seasoned charter boat skipper, Brad Grobler, to help give you a better understanding of the world of charter boats. In this episode, we talk about the…
27 May 2024 17 min

Spring Tides, Full Moon & Hot Fishing Zones - KZN REPORT (23 May '24)

This week's Angler News KZN Fishing Report covers the latest fishing activity from the KZN coastline, we get into what we can expect from the spring tides, the full moon, gravitational pulls, and the warm water delaying the Sardine Run. Despite a slight decrease from last week’s catches, there have…
23 May 2024 21 min

Durban Pier Pressure: A discussion about pier access

Curious about the struggles and dreams of KZN's subsistence anglers? In this episode, Vinesh Soogreem chats to John Peter Narayanasamy, chairperson of the KZN Subsistence Fishing Forum, about the challenges and hopes of subsistence anglers in KZN. They talk about the recent peaceful march by anglers advocating for more fishing…
20 May 2024 23 min

Catch of the Year Alert! - KZN REPORT (16 May '24)

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 reeling in all the fishing enthusiasts! This week, the fishing has been hotter than the weather. Offshore: The tuna has been in short supply but…
16 May 2024 33 min

Landing 300 kilo monsters: Jace Govender's Guide (EXPERT SERIES)

This episode features a detailed interview with seasoned angler Jace Govender, known for his exceptional rock and surf fishing skills, especially in capturing giant fish over 300 kilos. Jace shares his journey from catching small fish at an early age to mastering the art of angling giant sharks, emphasising the…
12 May 2024 20 min

The Indigo Patch: KZN’s Seasonal CHANGE - KZN REPORT (9 May '24)

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 pulsating with potential. This time of year is not just any flourishing fishing period; it's a phenomenon, getting progressively better with each passing week. The seas are…
9 May 2024 36 min

From Weekend Anglers to Protea Anglers (EXPERT SERIES)

What does it take to become a Protea Angler? This episode features an interview with South Africa's Protea anglers, Saffiya and Hajra Ahmod, discussing their journey from early family fishing outings to representing their country on the international stage. They delve into the challenges of funding, the male-dominated nature of…
6 May 2024 22 min

The Big Catch Week - KZN REPORT (2 MAY '24)

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 approach the end of summer. Edible bait is becoming more prevalent, while sharks are finally giving offshore anglers a fighting chance. As…
2 May 2024 29 min

Mastering the wind: Fishing secrets revealed (EXPERT SERIES)

This episode delves into the significance of winds in fishing, emphasizing how winds influence water conditions and affect the behavior of various fish species. The discussion covers the role of different wind directions, such as northeast and southwest, in determining water clarity, temperature, and the presence of nutrients. This episode…
29 Apr 2024 23 min

The best weekend of the season! – KZN REPORT (26 Apr 24)

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, anglers are still enjoying the spoils of the summer species with South Coast, Kingsburgh and Durban reaping the rewards from these…
25 Apr 2024 32 min

Rough, dirty conditions & barometric pressure - KZN REPORT (18 APR '24)

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 bit rough, the gaps in the conditions have yielded good results and some proper fun. Rock and surf: The main attraction has been…
18 Apr 2024 25 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 11 APR 24

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 fish! Offshore: There have been fish along most of the KZN coast. Snoek, Tuna, Couta and a host of other…
11 Apr 2024 39 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 4 APR 24

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 around. Offshore: There have been Couta, Tuna, Dorado and a few Snoek around. Pick your day and go out and enjoy!…
4 Apr 2024 24 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 28 MAR 24

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: Offshore the fishing has been a mix of bottom fishing when the gamefish go quiet and chaos when the drags start screaming. Rock…
28 Mar 2024 28 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 21 MAR 24

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 hot! The sand sharks have been the one of the main targets along with the bigger flatfish like the honeycomb or backbreaking thorn tail…
21 Mar 2024 31 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 13 MAR 24

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.Offshore: Couta and  Snoek have been the flavor of the week and the harbor is back in full form.Rock & Surf: Bronze Bream has been…
13 Mar 2024 26 min

ANSA - KZN REPORT - 07 MAR 24

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 Couta and tuna have been keeping the offshore anglers very busy. The north has been the place to go but the local waters…
7 Mar 2024 31 min
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