Match centre

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 Senior Journalist & Social Media Liaison SAFJA-Accredited | 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional specializing in high-stakes reporting on South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial member at FARPost, where he bridges the gap between breaking news and deep-dive analysis. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his career in 2018 with a focus on rigorous research and monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost team in September 2020, he has evolved from a researcher into a prominent voice in soccer journalism, recognized for providing unique “Information Gain” on player movements and tactical shifts in the Betway Premiership (PSL) and Motsepe Foundation Championship (NFD).

Mauwane Raophala

MacBeth Sibaya in FC Ravens colours
1 week ago

FC Ravens coach applauds MacBeth Sibaya’s ‘huge’ impact

FC Ravens head coach Sibusiso Mapompo has shared his thoughts on the influence of the former Bafana Bafana international MacBeth Sibaya within the club's…
Read Story
Western Cape ABC Motsepe League side Hope FC
1 week ago

ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs semi-finalists confirmed

The 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs draw for the semi-finals was conducted on Thursday afternoon after the last round of group stage…
Read Story
Mpheni Defenders players lining up for a team picture
1 week ago

DAY 2: Mpheni sent packing in Motsepe League National Playoffs

The heat has been turned up at the SAFA 2025/26 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs, with day two delivering goals, and the tournament’s first casualty in…
Read Story
Craig Martin in celebratory mood after scoring for Hope FC
1 week ago

Hope FC coach explains Craig Martin’s key role

Hope FC head coach Dylan Deane has explained Craig Martin's key role at the club following the former PSL's satisfying displays at the ongoing SAFA ABC…
Read Story
Hope FC players celebrating with their fans
1 week ago

ABC Motsepe National Playoffs: Joy for NC Professionals, Hope FC on Day 1

The much-anticipated 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs officially kicked off on Tuesday, 2 June, delivering entertaining football at Mthatha…
Read Story
Thapelo Maseko
2 weeks ago

Luther Singh reveals how Thapelo Maseko settled at AEL Limassol

South African forward Luther Singh has opened up about how Bafana Bafana international Thapelo Maseko hit the ground running at Cypriot outfit AEL Limassol.…
Read Story
Lerumo Lions FC striker Ntuthuko Mlotshwa in celebratory mood
2 weeks ago

Mlotshwa reflects on Motsepe Foundation Championship Golden Boot triumph

Lerumo Lions FC forward Ntuthuko Mlotshwa has reflected on his historic campaign after finishing the 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship season as the…
Read Story
Bafana Bafana during a training session
2 weeks ago

‘We’re made to look like fools’: McKenzie on Bafana visa debacle

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has pulled no punches in his view of the SA Football Association [SAFA], labelling the recent Bafana…
Read Story
Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane in celebratory mood
2 weeks ago

Themba Zwane extends his stay at Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns' talismanic captain Themba Zwane is set to continue his legendary journey at Chloorkop after extending his stay with the reigning CAF…
Read Story
Luther Singh in action for AEL Limassol
2 weeks ago

Luther Singh breaks silence on Bafana Bafana World Cup snub

South African forward Luther Singh has broken his silence after being excluded from the Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana head…
Read Story
Marumo Gallants defender Marvin Sikhosana showing off his Betway Premiership Man of the Match award
2 weeks ago

Betway Premiership clubs chase Marumo Gallants’ Marvin Sikhosana

Several Betway Premiership clubs are chasing the signature of Marumo Gallants’ talented defender Marvin Sikhosana ahead of the upcoming season, FARPost can…
Read Story
Bafana Bafana mentor Hugo Broos during a press conference
2 weeks ago

Broos names final Bafana squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has unveiled his final 26-man squad for the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup. The global showpiece is set to kick…
Read Story