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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liaison
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Betway Premiership, Motsepe Foundation Championship, South African Football, Player Transfers, Tactical Analysis, Sports Journalism, Social Media Strategy | English
Mauwane Raophala is a Senior Journalist and Social Media Liaison at FARPost, specializing in breaking news, transfer dynamics, and tactical match analysis across South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial voice, bridging the gap between fast-paced matchday updates and deep-dive investigative reporting. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his journalism career in 2018 with a focus on research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost editorial team in September 2020, he has established himself as an authoritative voice in domestic football reporting, recognized for delivering exclusive reporting and tactical insights on the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. A SAFJA-accredited journalist, Mauwane was named the 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist in recognition of his consistent investigative work and comprehensive coverage of South African club football.

Mauwane Raophala

Bheki Mabuza when he was officially unveiled by Orlando Pirates

Pirates legend gives reasons behind Bheki Mabuza’s signing

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has weighed in on the club’s latest signing, explaining the tactical and strategic reasons behind the acquisition of…
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Aden McCarthy in action against Manchester United

Ex-Bafana defenders deliver verdict on Aden McCarthy’s UEFA Champions League debut

Former Bafana Bafana defenders Nasief Morris and Bongani Khumalo have offered their assessment of Aden McCarthy’s UEFA Champions League debut for Azerbaijani…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during a training session

Dillan Solomons identifies crucial lesson from Kaizer Chiefs’ past stumble

Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillan Solomons has pinpointed the exact turning point where Amakhosi lost momentum in the Betway Premiership last season, issuing a…
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Yusuf Maart singing his new deal at SV Ried

Ex-Chiefs skipper Yusuf Maart explains decision to extend SV Ried stay

Former Kaizer Chiefs captain Yusuf Maart has opened up on his decision to commit his long-term future to Austrian side SV Ried. The South African midfielder…
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Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya in action for AmaZulu FC against Stellenbosch FC

Ngwenya, Ouaddou, and Leon bag first Betway Premiership monthly awards for 2026/27 season

AmaZulu FC striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya, Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, and Mamelodi Sundowns forward Brayan León have claimed the first…
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Thapelo Mokobodi singing with his Orlando Pirates teammates

What made Thapelo Mokobodi’s Orlando Pirates transition smooth

Thapelo Mokobodi's agent, Nimrod Mbhalati of Nida Sports Agency, has weighed in on what has helped his client integrate seamlessly into the Orlando Pirates…
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Gomora United head coach Patrick Phungwayo

What Basil Mphahlele makes of Patrick Phungwayo as coach

Ex-Baroka FC defender Basil Mphahlele has weighed in on what he makes of Patrick Phungwayo as Gomora United coach, following his arrival at the Motsepe…
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Emile Lako during Marumo Gallants' warm-up session

Marumo Gallants goalkeeper Emile Lako earns surprise Cameroon call-up

Marumo Gallants goalkeeper Emile Lako has earned a surprise call-up to the Cameroon national team for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON] qualifiers. The…
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Betway Premiership tie between Kaizer Chiefs and Siwelele FC at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto

Chiefs defeat Siwelele to extend Lehlohonolo Seema’s winless streak

Kaizer Chiefs extended coach Lehlohonolo Seema’s winless start to the new 2026/27 season after edging Siwelele FC 3-2 in a Betway Premiership clash at…
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Zouzou Landry and Siphelele Zulu during their unveiling at AmaZulu FC

What Ivorian U-23 defender Zouzou Landry said after joining AmaZulu

New AmaZulu FC signing Zouzou Landry has shared his thoughts after completing his move to the KwaZulu-Natal side, expressing his delight at sealing the deal…
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Lerumo Lions FC players having a team talk during a training session

The real reason why Orbit College vs Lerumo Lions was cancelled 

FARPost has uncovered the real reason behind the cancellation of the Motsepe Foundation Championship clash between Orbit College FC and Lerumo Lions FC, with…
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Etiosa Ighodaro greeting Kaizer Chiefs fans

Why Etiosa Ighodaro found his first Kaizer Chiefs season ‘frustrating’

Kaizer Chiefs striker Etiosa Ighodaro has opened up on his "frustrating" debut campaign at Naturena, while declaring himself ready to deliver a standout…
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