Summer Wave Of Big Fish - KZN REPORT (12 DECEMBER '25)

The KwaZulu-Natal coast has delivered explosive action this week, with rock-and-surf anglers reporting relentless shad activity, consistent bream and ray encounters, and even scattered shark pressure across the coastline. Offshore, the dorado run has dominated headlines, with strong catches reported from the north all the way through to the south coast. Tuna, couta, snoek and the odd billfish have kept boats bending. Improving sea conditions heading into the weekend have anglers expecting another round of high-paced action.
Inland, heavy rainfall has pushed the Mngeni System close to capacity, and rivers across the Midlands are running high, fast and often muddy. Challenging conditions have limited river returns. Bass reports have been mixed, with modest returns from Midmar and competitive catches at recent league events, while carp, barbel and yellowfish have offered opportunities where conditions remained stable. With shifting weather patterns and rising water levels, freshwater anglers are choosing their outings carefully as the Midlands settles into a wetter phase. Vinesh's website