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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

MTN8 quarter-final clash between Sekhukhune United and Cape Town City FC

CT City beat Sekhukhune to qualify for MTN8 semi-finals

Cape Town City FC began the new season on the right note, beating Sekhukhune United 1-0 in the MTN8 quarter-final tie at New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday…
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Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela

Lucky Lekgwathi addresses Orlando Pirates’ captaincy issue 

Former Orlando Pirates skipper Lucky Lekgwathi has addressed the captaincy issue at the Buccaneers, with Innocent Maela not being a regular starter. Last…
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Defender Siyabonga Zulu

Ex-Pirates and Sundowns defender resurfaces at Mpumalanga side

Ex-Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns defender Siyabonga Zulu has resurfaced at Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League side Phezulu FC. Phezulu FC finished fourth…
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Thabang Matuludi in Polokwane City FC colours

Thabang Matuludi comments on transfer interests from Betway Prem clubs

On-demand Polokwane City FC defender Thabang Matuludi has commented on transfer interests from Betway Premiership clubs ahead of the new season. Matuludi had…
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Venda FC boss Itani Munzhelele

Venda FC rope in Mamelodi Sundowns duo

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Venda FC have signed the Mamelodi Sundowns duo of Keabetswe Ramotsei and Mzwekhaya Nkonxeni ahead of the new season. The…
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Rayden De Reuck in action for Young Bafana

SuperSport United sign Rushine De Reuck’s younger brother

SuperSport United have signed Mamelodi Sundowns defender Rushine De Reuck's younger brother Rayden De Reuck from the amateur side Young Bafana. Young Bafana,…
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TS Galaxy head coach Sead Ramovic sends message to PSL

Ramovic describes PSL pitches as ‘cow-breaking’ disgrace

TS Galaxy head coach Sead Ramovic has launched a scathing attack on the state of pitches in the SA elite league, describing them as a “cow-breaking"…
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Wydad AC coach Rulani Mokwena

Rulani Mokwena offers glimpse into Wydad Casablanca tenure

Wydad Casablanca head coach Rulani Mokwena has offered a glimpse into the first two weeks of the Moroccan giants' five-week programme since his appointment.…
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MTN8 quarter-final clash between Stellenbosch and TS Galaxy

Stellenbosch FC book MTN8 semi-final spot as they see off TS Galaxy

Stellenbosch FC have booked their MTN8 semi-final spot following their 3-1 win over TS Galaxy in the tournament's second quarter-final tie at Danie Craven…
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Chuene Morifi in Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies colours

Chuene Morifi discusses impact of Turkish move on Banyana prospects

Former Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies winger Chuene Morifi has revealed whether her recent move to Turkey will influence her chances of securing a Banyana Banyana…
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Orlando Pirates defender Thabiso Lebitso

Pirates suffer injury blow ahead of MTN8 clash against SuperSport

Orlando Pirates have suffered an injury blow ahead of their MTN8 quarter-finals tie against SuperSport United this evening. The Soweto giants are set to…
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Clive Augusto in Black Leopards colours

Black Leopards make decision on Zimbabwean striker

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Black Leopards have made a decision on Zimbabwean striker Clive Augusto ahead of the new season. A fortnight ago,…
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