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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liason
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Soccer journalism | English
Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional hailing from Tzaneen, Limpopo. A specialist in South African football, he currently serves as a core member of the editorial team at FARPost, one of the country’s leading soccer news publications. ​Raophala holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Limpopo. His career began in 2018 with a strong foundation in research and monitoring at Gender Links, followed by a tenure at Tenacity Magazine. Since joining FARPost in September 2020, Raophala has transitioned from a media monitor and researcher into a prominent football writer. ​Known for his diligence and insightful analysis, Raophala combines his background in case study writing and research to bring depth to football reporting, covering everything from match analysis to player movements in the PSL and NFD.

Mauwane Raophala

Ime Okon singing South African national anthem
3 weeks ago

Hugo Broos delivers verdict on Ndamane and Okon pairing 

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos delivered his candid verdict on the defensive pairing of Khulumani Ndamane and Ime Okon following South Africa’s 1-1 draw…
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International friendly game between Bafana Bafana and Panama
3 weeks ago

Bafana Bafana held by Panama in World Cup warm-up

Bafana Bafana and Panama played out to a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the first of two international friendlies at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on…
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Renaldo Leaner in action for Bafana Bafana
3 weeks ago

What Ronwen Williams makes of Renaldo Leaner’s qualities 

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has shared his thoughts on the qualities of Sekhukhune United shot-stopper Renaldo Leaner, who received his second…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla and Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana
3 weeks ago

‘I felt that was not fair’: Lerumo Lions chairlady reacts to Siwahla’s departure

Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana has pulled no punches in reacting to recent comments made by Mkhanyiseli Siwahla following his departure from the…
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Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis during a training session
3 weeks ago

Desiree Ellis reacts to WAFCON postponement with mixed feelings

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed a mix of frustration and optimism following the postponement of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations…
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Mduduzi Shabalala in action for Kaizer Chiefs
3 weeks ago

What Mdu Shabalala must fix to reach Rele Mofokeng’s level

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Tefu Mashamaite has identified a crucial area where Mduduzi Shabalala must sharpen his game in order to reach Relebohile…
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Phakamani Mahlambi during his stint at Mamelodi Sundowns
3 weeks ago

Phakamani Mahlambi’s move to Lerumo Lions hits a snag

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly attacker Phakamani Mahlambi’s move to Motsepe Foundation Championship side Lerumo Lions FC has hit a snag, FARPost can…
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Brendon Fourie in Stellenbosch FC colours
3 weeks ago

Stellenbosch CEO addresses Brendon Fourie’s exit, confirms Pirates move

Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob Benadie has addressed the departure of Brendon Fourie, with the club confirming that the experienced Head of Recruitment and Analysis…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla and Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana during a matchday
3 weeks ago

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla on Lerumo Lions chairlady’s reaction to his exit

Former Ajax Cape Town star Mkhanyiseli Siwahla has revealed the mixed emotions surrounding his departure from Lerumo Lions, specifically how chairlady…
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SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Nkowankowa Continental
3 weeks ago

ABC Motsepe wrap: Nkowankowa Continental finally end 15-match winless run

Nkowankowa Continental have finally tasted victory in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League, ending a 15-match winless streak over the weekend. They secured…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side lining up for a team picture
3 weeks ago

Pirates cement DDC top spot with dominant Orbit College win

Orlando Pirates have cemented their DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] top spot following a convincing  3-0 win over Orbit College FC on Sunday. The win at Olympia…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in action
4 weeks ago

Sundowns fall to Stade Malien but secure Champions League semi-final spot

Mamelodi Sundowns marched into the CAF Champions League semi-finals with a 3-2 aggregate victory, despite suffering a 2-0 defeat to Stade Malien of Mali in…
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