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

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