Authorities say some motorists stopping at pull-off points on KwaZulu-Natal’s south coast—particularly near the N2 Hibberdene off-ramp—are directly supporting an illegal crayfish trade. Reports describe roadside selling in which customers buy crayfish from sellers operating outside the legal framework. Officials state the activity has been ongoing for decades, indicating it is not a new phenomenon.
The accounts emphasize that the trade is sustained by repeated purchases made by drivers who pull over during travel. By buying the crayfish, motorists help maintain demand and encourage sellers to continue operating despite enforcement efforts. The coverage also frames the issue as one that involves both illegal harvesting and illegal retail distribution, with enforcement authorities positioned to investigate and act against those involved in the supply chain.
Overall, the reports present the same central claim: the crayfish are being sold illegally along the N2 corridor, and motorists contribute to the persistence of the trade through their purchases at roadside locations.
