Mankwe

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 0

Mankwe is a dam located in the North West Province of South Africa, situated within a wildlife reserve. It serves as a significant waterhole for local wildlife and birdlife, offering a scenic and wild backdrop for anglers. The water body is a popular destination for fishing, with amenities and access points that support a day on the water.

North West licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Mankwe and what's needed to catch them.

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Mankwe. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Kgabo

Bridge

Know where you can legally fish on Mankwe

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

North West licenses and regulations

North West Boating Regulations

National Small Vessel Safety Regulations administered by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), covering recreational boats on inland and coastal waters. National page reused for all provinces, as there is no separate provincial boating-safety authority.

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North West Fishing License

Official site of the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD/READ), the provincial authority responsible for nature-conservation permits including freshwater angling. Permits are obtained through the department's conservation offices and reserves.

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North West Fishing Regulations

Freshwater angling in North West is regulated under provincial nature-conservation legislation administered by the provincial department (official site). No standalone provincial freshwater-regulations web page exists.

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North West Stream Access Laws

South Africa's National Water Act (No. 36 of 1998) is the national law governing rights to and use of rivers and watercourses - the framework relevant to stream/water access. National page reused as no distinct provincial stream-access page exists.

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Take Mankwe with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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