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Increased shark activity prompts warnings as the Sardine Run returns to KwaZulu-Natal
As the Sardine Run returns to KwaZulu-Natal, authorities warn beachgoers of heightened shark activity and urge caution in the waters.
Sardine fever hits KwaZulu-Natal: Swimming banned at southern beaches
Sardine fever has officially taken over KwaZulu-Natal, leading to a swimming ban at all southern beaches due to the removal of shark nets
How to prepare traditional South African sardines: a family recipe
Discover a cherished family recipe for deep-fried sardines, passed down through generations
The KZN South Coast has sardine fever: 7 ways to witness the greatest shoal on earth
The Sardine Run movement is monitored by the KZN Sharks Board with regular updates shared on the SCTIE social media platforms. Wayne Harrison of KZN Sharks Board said that while the Sardine Run activity is yet to get underway, there has been some ocean activity further south: “At Port Alfred, there’s been quite a bit of bait fish over the last two weeks with Bryde’s whales coming up to the boats and a pod of young Orcas. Further south to Jeffrey’s Bay there have been common dolphins in the deep feeding and whales in the vicinity. While there’s no sardine activity yet, we are closely monitoring the situation. ”