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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 players

CONFIRMED: Bafana to face Uganda at Orlando Stadium

SAFA have confirmed that the CAF 2025 AFCON qualifier clash between Bafana Bafana and Uganda will take place at Orlando Stadium in Soweto next month. The…
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Orlando Pirates players

Will Sundowns’ new setup benefit Pirates? Bucs legend answers

Orlando Pirates legend Lucky Lekgwathi has shared his thoughts on whether Mamelodi Sundowns' technical team changes will give the Buccaneers an edge to win…
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Orebotse Mongae striking the ball

Orebotse Mongae joins Upington City

Former TS Galaxy winger Orebotse 'Bobo' Mongae will play his football at Motsepe Foundation Championship side Upington City next season. The 31-year-old…
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Former Sekhukhune United defender Tshepo Rikhotso

Marumo Gallants bolster defence with Tshepo Rikhotso signing

In an effort to solidify their backline, Marumo Gallants have secured the services of defender Tshepo Rikhotso on a two-year-deal. On Wednesday, FARPost…
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Malukele Mathonsi in Casric Stars colours

Malukele Mathonsi opens up about his unpleasant departure from Casric Stars

Former Casric Stars captain Malukele Mathonsi has made shocking revelations following his departure from the Motsepe Foundation Championship side. Mathonsi…
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Wydad Casablanca technical team

Rulani Mokwena explains why he recruited Allan Freese to Wydad

Wydad Casablanca tactician Rulani Mokwena has shed light on why he chose to add coach Allan Freese to the Moroccan giants coaching staff. Mokwena joined…
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AmaZulu DDC coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi

Vusimuzi Vilakazi finds new home

AmaZulu FC have confirmed the appointment of coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi following his shocking departure from Richards Bay FC. 'Kanu', as he is popularly known…
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Cape Town City FC head coach Eric Tinkler

CT City coach Eric Tinkler on potential new signings

Cape Town City FC coach Eric Tinkler has commented on the possibility of signing more players before the transfer window period closes next month. The…
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Former Sekhukhune United defender Tshepo Rikhotso

Tshepo Rikhotso resurfaces at Marumo Gallants

FARPost has established that experienced defender Tshepo Rikhotso has resurfaced at the Betway Premiership side Marumo Gallants following his departure from…
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Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando Pirates

Former Pirates captain weighs in on Patrick Maswanganyi’s behaviour

Former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi has weighed in on Patrick Maswanganyi's behaviour following the elbow incident and arguing with the…
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Cape Town City FC

Eric Tinkler gives honest assessment of CT City’s new recruits

Coach Eric Tinkler has given an honest assessment of Cape Town City FC's new recruits following their first official competitive match of the season. The…
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MTN8 Trophy

MTN8 semi-final draw confirmed

The PSL have confirmed the MTN8 semi-finals draw after the conclusion of the quarter-finals games on Sunday, 11 August 2024. The draw was conducted…
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