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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

DDC encounter between Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows at UJ Soweto Campus
2 months ago

DDC wrap: Sundowns pull level with Pirates as title race heats up

The DStv Diski Challenge title race was blown wide open this weekend as Mamelodi Sundowns moved level on points with Orlando Pirates, who suffered a major…
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Casric Stars head coach Bucs Mthombeni addressing members of the media
2 months ago

THE ART OF SUFFERING: How Bucs Mthombeni outsmarted AmaZulu in Durban

Casric Stars FC coach Bucs Mthombeni has revealed what worked in their favour as they continued their fairy-tale run in the Nedbank Cup, eliminating Betway…
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Sekhukhune United winger Lesiba Nku getting off the team's bus
2 months ago

The two primary factors behind Nku’s seamless Sekhukhune transition

Lesiba Nku’s representative, Lebogang ‘Guluva’ Mashishi, has pinpointed two primary factors that have paved the way for the attacker’s seamless transition to…
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Kaizer Chiefs players doing pitch inspection ahead of the Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates
2 months ago

Tsepo Masilela identifies two coaches to revive Kaizer Chiefs

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana defender Tsepo Masilela has identified two high-profile coaches he believes hold the key to restoring the club’s glory…
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Fan calls for VAR in PSL
2 months ago

An unusual stance: Ouaddou’s indifferent reaction to SA’s VAR rollout

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has weighed in on the imminent rollout of the VAR system in the Betway Premiership, a move widely seen as a…
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WAFCON trophy launch
2 months ago

‘SA is prepared to host WAFCON’: Gayton McKenzie

South Africa's Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister, Gayton McKenzie, has made a bold declaration regarding the WAFCON tournament, as a cloud of uncertainty…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during the Soweto Derby
2 months ago

Thuso Phala weighs in on Chiefs’ crisis: ‘We need a coach with big character’

Former Kaizer Chiefs star Thuso Phala has weighed in on the deepening crisis at Naturena following a dismal run of four consecutive defeats that has left the…
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Monnapule Saleng during Mamelodi Sundowns' training session
2 months ago

Lebohang Mokoena explains why Pirates might regret selling Saleng to Sundowns

Orlando Pirates legend Lebohang Mokoena has explained why the Buccaneers might regret selling star winger Monnapule Saleng to their direct rivals, Mamelodi…
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Magesi FC head coach Allan Freese
2 months ago

What motivated Allan Freese to take Magesi project

Veteran coach Allan Freese has opened up about his decision to take the helm at Magesi FC, despite the precarious position the Limpopo-based club currently…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in Bafana Bafana new home jersey
2 months ago

The inspiration behind the new Bafana & Banyana home kit

SAFA has explained the inspiration behind the new 2026/27 home kit for Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana, following its Tuesday unveiling by Adidas.…
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Kaizer Chiefs XI against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby
2 months ago

Chiefs and Pirates to miss key players for midweek Betway Prem matches 

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will miss their key players for their Betway Premiership midweek matches against Richards Bay FC and Polokwane City FC,…
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SAFA partner with Standard Bank for all national teams
2 months ago

BREAKING NEWS: SAFA secure landmark sponsorship with Standard Bank

SAFA has officially partnered with Standard Bank in a massive sponsorship deal that covers all the national squads, bolstering the future of the game at…
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