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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

Coach Allan Freese in Magesi FC colours
4 weeks ago

‘I have to work with what I’ve got’: Allan Freese as Magesi woes deepen

Magesi FC head coach Allan Freese has opened up about the uphill battle facing his side, who are struggling to find their footing in the Betway Premiership…
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Siphelele Mthembu in Dinoko City FC colours
4 weeks ago

Siphelele Mthembu resurfaces at ABC Motsepe League side

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates forward Siphelele Mthembu has resurfaced at a new club, joining Dinoko City FC in the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe…
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Nkosinathi Sibisi during Bafana Bafana's press conference
4 weeks ago

Broos stands by Sibisi, dismisses fan criticism as ‘trash’

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has come out in support of defender Nkosinathi Sibisi, following the social media backlash directed at the Orlando…
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Polokwane City FC DDC side in action
4 weeks ago

PLK City FC found guilty for fielding ineligible players against Pirates 

Polokwane City FC have been found guilty by the PSL for fielding two ineligible players against Orlando Pirates in their DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] fixture…
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Senegal lift AFCON title
4 weeks ago

Senegal set to appeal CAF decision over stripped AFCON title

The Senegalese Football Federation [FSF] has announced its intention to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport [CAS] following a decision by CAF to…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla during Cape Town Spurs Under-18 training session
1 month ago

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla opens up on Cape Town Spurs move

Former PSL star Mkhanyiseli Siwahla has opened on his return to his boyhood club, Cape Town Spurs FC, following his stint with the Motsepe Foundation…
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Mathaithai FC players lining up for a team picture
1 month ago

Unpaid grants row: SAFA reacts to Mathaithai FC’s league withdrawal

SAFA Free State has commented on Mathaithai FC's withdrawal from the provincial ABC Motsepe League with the club citing years of unpaid grants by the SA…
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Chippa United's Sinoxolo Kwayiba during a post-match interview
1 month ago

‘He’ll find his rhythm’: Vilakazi maintains faith in Sinoxolo Kwayiba

Chippa United head coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi has weighed in on Sinoxolo Kwayiba's lack of killer instinct in front of goal in the last three matches they have…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in celebratory mood
1 month ago

Triple blow for Sundowns ahead of Gallants clash

Mamelodi Sundowns will be without three key players for their crucial Betway Premiership encounter against Marumo Gallants on Tuesday night. Masandawana are…
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SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Free Agents FC
1 month ago

Tembisa Hollywood Thunder turn up heat as Free Agents drop crucial points 

The race for the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League title has intensified after a weekend full of action that saw the gap at the top of the table narrow to just…
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Mamelodi Sundowns DDC players in celebratory mood
1 month ago

Sundowns hit six past Orbit College to level points with Pirates 

Mamelodi Sundowns’ DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] side sent a strong message to their title rivals, Orlando Pirates, after hammering Orbit College FC 6-1 on…
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Asanele Velebayi in action for Kaizer Chiefs
1 month ago

Asanele Velebayi outlines personal ambitions at Chiefs 

Kaizer Chiefs attacker Asanele Velebayi has laid out a roadmap for his tenure at Naturena, opening up about the personal milestones he is determined to hit…
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