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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 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

Marcelo Allende in action for Mamelodi Sundowns
1 month ago

Sundowns leapfrog Pirates after Polokwane City win

Mamelodi Sundowns have leapfrogged Orlando Pirates at the summit of the Betway Premiership table with a 1-0 victory over Polokwane City FC at Seshego Stadium…
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Bernard Parker in TS Galaxy colour
1 month ago

Tim Sukazi makes bold Bernard Parker claim 

TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi has made a bold claim regarding the club's interim coach, Bernard Parker, ahead of the Nedbank Cup final this Saturday. The…
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Orlando Pirates doing pitch inspection ahead of the Soweto Derby
1 month ago

Eugene Zwane: The key factor that could tip the title to Orlando Pirates

South African football legend Eugene Zwane has identified a key factor that could see Orlando Pirates edge Mamelodi Sundowns in a fierce Betway Premiership…
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Vusisizwe Mtshali with Nimrod Mbhalati after signing deal with Orlando Pirates
1 month ago

Agent explains why Pirates snapped up ex-Chiefs starlet

Football agent Nimrod Mbhalati has explained why Orlando Pirates decided to secure the services of former Kaizer Chiefs starlet Vusisizwe Mtshali. Mtshali…
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SAFA Free State ABC Motsepe League side Mangaung Unite lining up for a team picture
1 month ago

Mangaung Unite qualify for ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs 

Mangaung Unite have officially secured their spot in the SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs after being crowned the Free State overall champions over…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side lining up for a team picture
1 month ago

Orlando Pirates on track to secure DDC title

Orlando Pirates have taken a step further toward securing the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] title following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Magesi FC at the…
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Marumo Gallants head coach Jamil Benouahi addressing members of the media
1 month ago

Matome Mathiane coy on Jamil Benouahi’s absence at Gallants

Marumo Gallants assistant coach Matome Mathiane has refused to divulge much regarding Jamil Benouahi's future at Bahlabane ba Ntwa following their 1-1 draw…
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Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine
1 month ago

Chaine v Petersen: Who will reign supreme in Soweto Derby?

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has weighed in on the form of goalkeepers Sipho Chaine and Brandon Petersen ahead of the Betway Premiership Soweto Derby…
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Orlando Pirates players ahead of their Betway Premiership Soweto Derby tie
1 month ago

Pirates legend explains why this Soweto Derby carries extra weight

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has explained why Sunday's Betway Premiership Soweto Derby between the Buccaneers and Kaizer Chiefs carries more weight…
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Orlando Pirates players ahead of their first Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs
1 month ago

Pirates legend names key players to watch in Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has identified the key players he believes will dictate the tempo and outcome of the upcoming Betway Premiership Soweto…
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Seshego Stadium just outside Polokwane
1 month ago

Polokwane City forced to move Sundowns match to Seshego Stadium

Betway Premiership side Polokwane City FC have been forced to move their league match against defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns from Old Peter Mokaba…
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TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi
1 month ago

Tim Sukazi addresses the departure of Adnan Beganovic and Nermin Basic

TS Galaxy boss Tim Sukazi has addressed the departure of mentor Adnan Beganovic and his technical adviser, Nermin Basic, as the Rockets navigate a coaching…
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