The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, Dr Dion George, has commended the swift and coordinated actions of Fishery Control Officers and the City of Cape Town Marine Unit, following the arrest of a recreational fisherman for using a drone to cast bait off the Strandfontein Pavilion. The operation, which took place on Friday, 24 October 2025 , was the result of a well-planned sting effort prompted by reports from vigilant members of the public.

Crackdown on Illegal Drone Fishing

According to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment (DFFE), officers acted promptly after receiving multiple complaints about drone-assisted angling in False Bay , a popular fishing destination. The suspect, who holds a valid permit for recreational angling, was found using a drone t

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