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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

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole

Latest on Sphephelo Sithole’s injury

SAFA Chief Medical Officer Dr Thulani Ngwenya has issued the latest injury update of Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole. ‘Yaya’, as he is…
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Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango

Denis Onyango highlights CAF competitions’ biggest’ challenge

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango has spoken out about the challenges faced by African teams who are forced to play their continental matches away…
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Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel

What Given Msimango makes of Inacio Miguel qualities

Kaizer Chiefs defender Given Msimango has revealed what he thinks of Amakhosi's new signing Inacio Miguel's qualities ahead of their Betway Premiership…
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Donay Jansen in Kaizer Chiefs colours

Kaizer Chiefs extend Donay Jansen’s stay

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the contract extension of wing-back Donay Jansen ahead of the start of the Betway Premiership. Jansen, the nephew of former…
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MTN8 title at the FARPost offices

PSL confirm venue for MTN8 final

The stage is set for a thrilling climax to the MTN8 tournament as the PSL has announced the venue for the final, where Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC…
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Thalente Mbatha to the rescue again as Bafana Bafana beat South Sudan

Thalente Mbatha to the rescue again as Bafana beat South Sudan

Four days after his last-gasp heroics against Uganda, Thalente Mbatha once again stepped up to save the day for Bafana Bafana. In a thrilling 2025 Africa Cup…
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Kurt Lentjies at FC Ravens

Former Chippa United coaches find new homes

Former Chippa United coaches Siyabulela Gwambi and Kurt Lentjies have found new homes in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League. Gwambi, who served as…
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Elias Mokwana during his stint at Sekhukhune United

Kaizer Jr reveals Chiefs made better offer for Mokwana than Esperance

Kaizer Chiefs' sporting director, Kaizer Motaung Jr, has revealed that 'Amakhosi' made a better offer for Elias Mokwana than what Esperance de Tunis put on…
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AFCON qualifier clash between Bafana Bafana and Uganda

Bafana start AFCON qualifiers campaign with 2-2 draw against Uganda

Bafana Bafana began their CAF 2025 AFCON qualifiers campaign with a 2-2 draw against Uganda in Group K at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Friday night. Below…
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Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung

Jessica Motaung on challenges faced by Chiefs in setting up women’s team

Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung has outlined Amakhosi's challenges in setting up a women's team. Jessica Motaung addressed…
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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi

The areas Nabi feels he needs to strengthen at Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has highlighted the areas he needs to strengthen at the club before the transfer window period closes. So far,…
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Njabulo Blom and Nasresddine Nabi

Kaizer Chiefs bolster squad with Blom and Cross signings

Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signings of Njabulo Blom and Bradley Cross as they continue to strengthen their squad for the upcoming 2024/25 Betway…
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