Fishing near Emalahleni, Mpumalanga

Emalahleni sits in the Nkangala district of Mpumalanga, at the heart of the Highveld coalfields. The Olifants River runs close to the city, and several spruits drain the surrounding plateau. The standout local venue is Witbank Dam — a large municipal impoundment just outside town — known for its largemouth bass fishing, including a long-standing South African record bass of 6.045 kg, as well as solid carp and barbel action. Multiple resorts along the dam's banks cater to bank anglers, boat fishers and overnight visitors.