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Marshall Security guard faces disciplinary action over fishermen harassment claims
Marshall Security confirms an internal disciplinary process following complaints of harassment against local fishermen at uMhlanga beach, as a security guard checks fishing licences without authorisation. .
Tragic Christmas in Gqeberha: Man found dead while fishing, boy drowns at Swartkops River bridge
It appears that three children were swimming near the bridge when they reportedly got into difficulties.
1001 seaforest species initiative highlights the biodiversity of the great African seaforest
The 1001 Seaforest Species project seeks to uncover and share the wonders of the GreatAfrican Seaforest, highlighting the vital role of lesser-known marine species in oceanconservation.
Thailand nets 1. 3 million kilograms of invasive fish
Thailand has netted more than 1. 3 million kilos of highly destructive blackchin tilapia fish, the government said, as it battles to stamp out the invasive species.
The pungent history of Bombay Duck
The peculiar history of Bombay Duck, a fish delicacy with a storied past.
Skipper drowns after boat capsizes off Cape Point
A 39-year-old skipper drowned off Cape Point, while two others survived.
Creecy extends West Coast Rock Lobster fishing season
DFFE Minister Barbara Creecy has requested that Fisheries Management grant a short extension of the Nearshore West Coast Rock Lobster fishing season from April 15 to 19.
Dams overflow, but fishers unable to make a living
Local fishers in the Northern Cape are facing challenges exacerbated by climate change as they try to provide for their families.
Use of drones for recreational fishing still illegal - Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
According to the Department, in February last 2022, it was alerted to devices, including bait-carrying drones, bait carrying remote-controlled boats and other remotely-operated vehicles that were being used by recreational anglers to illegally catch fish and sharks.
PICS: Reeling in a big catch sees fisherman rescued on the rocks by a chopper
A fisherman had to be rescued after his big catch saw him falling from the rocks while fishing at the Steenbras River Mouth between Gordon’s Bay and Kogel Bay on the eastern coastline of False Bay.
WATCH: Africa’s coastline needs more protection from international trawlers stealing its fish reserves
Billion dollar multi-national companies are stealing billions worth of fish stocks out of Africa’s vast coastline at a rapid pace.
Oceana halves interim dividend after bad weather affects fishing
The group said it had refocused under the leadership of CEO Neville Brink and interim CFO Ralph Buddle, following the events that led to the delay in publishing the 2021 financial results.
Sardines are headed to KZN’s shores from the Eastern Cape
The Sharks Board said it conducted an observation flight into the Eastern Cape waters to assess the movement of the sardine shoals thus far. They concluded that the sardines are on the way.
Search and rescue efforts continue for 15-year old Gqeberha teen who went missing whilst surfing.
The 15-year-old went missing while surfing Wells Estate Beach.
More sardines are coming in bumper KZN season
Excitement as big hauls netted on Durban beaches