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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

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PSL confirm MTN8 quarter-final fixture details

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] have officially confirmed the venue and kick-off details for the upcoming MTN8 quarter-final fixtures set to take place this…
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Gaston Sirino during Durban City FC's training session

Ben Youssef explains Gaston Sirino’s bench start against Sekhukhune

Durban City FC head coach Khalil Ben Youssef has explained why former Kaizer Chiefs winger Gaston Sirino started on the bench in their Betway Premiership…
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Robyn Moodaly-Salgado in action for Banyana Banyana against Tanzania

Why Robyn Moodaly-Salgado is exactly what Banyana need

Former Banyana Banyana forward Ode Fulutudilu has explained why recalling experienced midfielder Robyn Moodaly-Salgado back to the national team squad was…
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Roger De Sa unveiled by Cape Town Spurs FC

Roger De Sa returns to Cape Town Spurs after World Cup stint

Well-travelled tactician Roger De Sa has made his return to Cape Town Spurs as the club’s new technical director following his international exploits at the…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in celebratory mood

Relebohile Mofokeng clinches silverware in Belgium

Former Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng has made his mark in Europe after lifting the Belgian Super Cup with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on Friday…
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Ntuthuko Mlotshwa unveiled by Chippa United

MFC top scorer Ntuthuko Mlotshwa leads Chippa’s eight new signings

Betway Premiership side Chippa United have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season, officially unveiling eight new signings. The Chilli Boys…
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Banyana Banyana during their training session in Morocco

Ode Fulutudilu reveals what Banyana must do to win final two WAFCON matches

Former Banyana Banyana striker Ode Fulutudilu has shared her thoughts on what Desiree Ellis’ charges must do to rescue their CAF Women’s Africa Cup of…
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Goodman Mosele joins Chippa United on a permanent deal

Goodman Mosele joins Chippa permanently, handed armband

Betway Premiership outfit Chippa United have secured the services of midfielder Goodman Mosele on a permanent deal from Orlando Pirates. In a statement…
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Giovanni Philander during a training session with Chippa United

Polokwane City rope in ex-Sundowns and Chippa winger Giovanni Philander

Betway Premiership side Polokwane City FC has bolstered their attacking options with the signing of former Mamelodi Sundowns and Chippa United winger…
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Xhosa Manyana unveiled by Hope FC

Hope FC sign Xhosa Manyana after Chiefs loan spell

Motsepe Foundation Championship newcomers Hope FC have secured the signature of Xhosa Manyana from Cape Town City FC following his loan spell at Kaizer…
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Marumo Gallants new signings

Marumo Gallants unveil 12 new signings ahead of new season

Betway Premiership side Marumo Gallants have officially unveiled 12 new signings in a bid to bolster their squad and ensure stability ahead of the 2026/27…
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Thapelo Mokobodi unveiled by Orlando Pirates

‘I want to make a meaningful contribution’: Mokobodi speaks on joining Orlando Pirates

Determined to hit the ground running in Soweto, newly signed Orlando Pirates midfielder Thapelo Mokobodi has expressed his eager desire to leave his mark…
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