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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

Yagan Sasman in action for his former club Kaizer Chiefs

Ex-Chiefs defender Yagan Sasman finds new club

FARPost has it on good authority that former Kaizer Chiefs defender Yagan Sasman has signed for Motsepe Foundation Championship side Casric Stars ahead of…
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Zunaid Dollie in FN Rangers colours

FN Rangers duo join PSL side

FN Rangers duo of Zunaid Dollie and Dondre Gordon have completed their moves to the Motsepe Foundation Championship side Hungry Lions as the new season is…
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Thakasani Mbanjwa unveiled by SuperSport United

SuperSport United strengthen squad with three new players

SuperSport United have further bolstered their squad with the signings of Keanin Ayer, Brooklyn Poggenpoel and Thakasani Mbanjwa. The trio join Gavin Hunt's…
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Vincent Pule in action of SuperSport United

What influenced Vincent Pule to join SuperSport United

Experienced winger Vincent Pule has revealed why he opted to join SuperSport United following his departure from the Soweto giants, Orlando Pirates. The…
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Dondol chairman Lordwick Makhura

Why Dondol Stars sold their status

Dondol Stars have explained why they decided to sell their SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League status ahead of the new season. 'Chaba Refete', as they are…
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Magesi FC mentor Clinton Larsen

Magesi FC coach Larsen explains gamble on written off players

Magesi FC head coach Clinton Larsen has revealed his strategy for the new season, explaining why he's opted for players often overlooked by other top-flight…
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Dan Malesela in Baroka FC colours.

Marumo Gallants appoint Dan Malesela as new coach

Marumo Gallants have appointed Dan Malesela as their new head coach following Dylan Kerr's resignation ahead of the new PSL season. The former Black Leopards…
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SuperSport United unveil new sponsor

SuperSport United announce new sponsor

SuperSport United have announced ACDC Express as their new sleeve sponsor on a three-year deal ahead of the 2024/25 PSL season. ACDC Express is a premier…
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Mamelodi Sundowns new signing Arthur de Oliveira Sales with teammate

Manqoba Mngqithi gives verdict on Sundowns’ two new signings

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi has given his verdict on two of his new signings who spent the pre-season with the team in Austria. Sundowns have…
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Peter Koutroulis and Magesi CEO John Mathibe

Magesi CEO comments on Peter Koutroulis’ departure

Magesi FC CEO John Mathibe has commented on the departure of veteran administrator Peter Koutroulis as the new PSL season is fast approaching. Koutroulis…
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Kaizer Chiefs sign Fiacre Ntwari and Rushwin Dortley

Chiefs confirm Ntwari and Dortley signings 

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the signings of goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari and defender Rushwin Dortley ahead of the new season. Amakhosi confirmed the news of…
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kaizer chiefs goalkeepers training at the Free State Stadium ahead of the young Africans clash on Sunday. Picture by Velile Mnyandu

6 key observations from Kaizer Chiefs’ training session

As Kaizer Chiefs finalised their preparations for Sunday’s match against Young Africans, here are six key observations from their training session. RUSHWIN…
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