Fly fishing is rapidly growing in Southern Africa, both as a leisure activity and sport. Anglers, beginners and experienced are venturing further out of their comfort zones in search of spectacular locations and interesting species on fly. In this video that originally aired on CNN from the 5th-13th August 2023, CNN Inside Africa took an in-depth look at fly fishing in Southern Africa.

This video features the likes of fly fishing guides, Trevor Sithole, Collen Shabangu, Anthea Linsell and Martin Tsosane; fly tyers Ray Mutemeri and Alfred Chiwaya; and local characters like John Thoabala, Linda Gorlei and even our very own kob addict and editor-at-large Conrad Botes.

Written, directed and produced by Michael Cross.

Watch the full video below.

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