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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

Bathusi Aubaas with his Bafana Bafana teammates

‘He was crying’: Pitso Mosimane opens up on Bathusi Aubaas’ injury setback

Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has expressed his deep sympathy for Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Bathusi Aubaas, who suffered an injury setback…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in action for Bafana Bafana

Mofokeng stars with brace as Mosimane’s Bafana claim victory over Eritrea

Relebohile Mofokeng was the hero of the night as Bafana Bafana secured a comfortable 5-0 victory over Eritrea in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON]…
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Mpho Padime during SA U-23 training session in Pretoria

Orlando Pirates starlet Mpho Padime opens up about his showboating roots

Orlando Pirates starlet Mpho Padime has opened up about his showboating roots, explaining why he continues to show the flair in his game despite public…
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MTN8 Trophy in display

PSL confirm host venue for high-stakes Pirates vs Sundowns MTN8 final

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] has announced the venue for the highly anticipated 2026/27 MTN8 final, where defending champions Orlando Pirates will clash…
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Coach Eric Tinkler in Asante Kotoko colours

Asante Kotoko explain reason to cut ties with Eric Tinkler

Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko SC have clarified the circumstances surrounding the departure of head coach Eric Tinkler after just two months in charge of the…
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Amajita players in celebratory mood

Three-in-a-row: Amajita retain COSAFA U-20 Championship

Amajita have retained the Under-20 COSAFA Championship title for a third consecutive year after securing a 2-1 victory over tournament hosts Mozambique at…
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Thapelo Mokobodi in Orlando Pirates colours

‘He’s very ambitious’: Agent weighs in on Thapelo Mokobodi’s future

Thapelo Mokobodi’s agent, Nimrod Mbhalati of Nida Sports Agency, has weighed in on what the future holds for his client following his impressive displays…
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Mwape Musonda during his stint at Black Leopards

Former PSL top scorer Mwape Musonda joins Lerumo Lions

Former PSL top goalscorer Mwape Musonda has completed a transfer to Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit Lerumo Lions FC, FARPost can confirm. The…
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Amajita technical team led by coach Raymond Mdaka

Inside the team talk that sealed Amajita’s 2027 U-20 AFCON spot

South Africa Under-20 national team head coach Raymond Mdaka has revealed the crucial team talk that inspired Amajita to seal their spot at the 2027 U-20…
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Njabulo Blom officially unveiled by Stellenbosch FC

Njabulo Blom explains why he opted for Stellenbosch FC move

Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate Njabulo Blom has explained why he opted to join Stellenbosch FC on a season-long loan from Indonesian Super League side Borneo…
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Amajita players in celebratory mood

’It needs full focus’: Mdaka on crucial Zambia clash for AFCON U-20 spot

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka has emphasised the importance of staying focused ahead of their semi-final clash against Zambia in the CAF U-20 AFCON COSAFA…
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Denwin Farmer officially unveiled by the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side LESCO SC

Lesco SC sign former PSL defender Denwin Farmer

Newly promoted Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side LESCO SC have completed the signing of former Premier Soccer League [PSL] defender Denwin Farmer for the…
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