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To ensure that many citizens can enjoy this past time, and to ensure that our marine populations don’t become depleted, it’s important to follow these general regulations:
CapeNature and the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries can assist if you need more information about fishing rights and permits. For full details of the Marine Living Resources Act (Act No. 18 of 1998) and regulations, contact your local fishery control officer. Recreational fishing regulations Recreational fishing includes any fishing that is done for pleasure or sport. The following general regulations apply:
Remember, there are specific regulations for different types of fishing. Learn about these regulations before your next fishing trip. How to apply for a freshwater fishing permit There are many dams and rivers in the province where you can enjoy freshwater fishing. At these fishing spots you’re able to catch alien angling fishes like Carp, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout and Mozambique Tilapia, or indigenous angling species like the Clanwilliam Yellowfish and Berg-Breede Whitefish. You will find a list of good, accessible angling waters within 150 km of Cape Town, and their most caught species on the CapeNature website If you would like to get a permit to fish in the province’s rivers and dams you’ll have to contact CapeNature. CapeNature is responsible for biodiversity conservation in the Western Cape, they’ll be able to assist you with permits, as well as give you more insight with regards to freshwater fishing. If you are interested in applying for a permit, here’s what you’ll need to do.
Contact the CapeNature offices if you need more assistance:
Find out more information about freshwater fishing permits from CapeNature. How to apply for a marine fishing permit The South African coastline is rich in biodiversity, with some 10 000 species of marine plants and animals recorded. The productive waters of the west coast support a variety of commercially exploited marine life, including hake, anchovy, sardine, horse mackerel, tuna, snoek, rock lobster and abalone. The Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries is tasked with managing the development and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources. To apply for a marine fishing permit you’ll need to pay an initial application fee and an additional fee for the issuing of your permit if your application is successful. These permits are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. For more information and details about the costs to apply for an annual permit, please contact or visit the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries. Remember, there are specific regulations for different types of fishing like angling, spearfishing, the use of a cast or throw net, fishing from vessel or scuba diving. Learn about these regulations before your next fishing trip. You should get a fishing permit from an office authorised by the national Minister of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries. |
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For more information please contact: Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries Cape Town
CapeNature head office: Cape Town Regional offices George Hermanus Driftsands Oudtshoorn Porterville Robertson Stellenbosch
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