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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

Experienced foward Gift Motupa

Why Gift Motupa decided to deal with his mental health

Former Mamelodi Sundowns forward Gift Motupa has revealed why decided to deal with his mental health following his sudden departure from Baroka FC. Motupa…
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Magesi assistant coach Papi Zothwane

Larsen explains why Magesi roped in Papi Zothwane 

Magesi FC head coach Clinton Larsen has explained why his side roped in Papi Zothwane as one of his assistant coaches ahead of the new season. This comes…
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Chuene Morifi unveiled by new club

Chuene Morifi reveals why she chose to join Turkish side

Former Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies winger Chuene Morifi has opened up on her decision to sign for Turkish women’s football side, Beylerbeyi. Morifi penned a…
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Mwape Musonda during his stay at Black Leopards

Black Leopards explain Mwape Musonda’s return

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Black Leopards have explained the return of the club's all-time top goal-scorer Mwape Musonda ahead of the 2024/25…
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Nasreddine Nabi addressing the media

Nasreddine Nabi’s first address as Chiefs coach: 5 key takeaways

Newly appointed Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi addressed the media for the first time outlining a clear vision for the club's future. Nabi was…
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Bernard Parker in TS Galaxy Colours

Bernard Parker explains his involvement with TS Galaxy senior team

Former Kaizer Chiefs frontman Bernard Parker has explained his involvement with TS Galaxy's senior team ahead of the new campaign. Parker was recently…
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Shaune Mogaila unveiled by Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune United sign Shaune Mogaila

Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune United have confirmed the signing of right-winger Shaune Mogaila ahead of the new PSL season. Mogaila joins Babina Noko as…
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PSL Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza

Betway announced as new PSL sponsor

The PSL chairman Dr Irvin Khoza has confirmed betting company Betway as the new headline sponsor of the SA elite league ahead of the 2024/25 season. Dr Khoza…
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TS Galaxy interim coach Bernard Parker

Bernard Parker set to take charge against Young Africans

TS Galaxy are set for a shake-up on the touchline as Bernard Parker prepares to take charge for their upcoming pre-season clash against Tanzanian giants…
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Romain Folz in Sundowns colours

Mamelodi Sundowns confirm Romain Folz’s appointment

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed the appointment of Romain Folz as the club's new assistant coach as the new PSL season looms large. The former AmaZulu FC…
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Vuyo Mere and Fierce Ntwari at TS Galaxy

Mere sends Chiefs-bound goalie off with heartfelt words & high hope

Veteran defender Vuyo Mere has sent a heartwarming message to Kaizer Chiefs-bound goalkeeper Fierce Ntwari, who is set to start his new chapter at the Soweto…
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Highbury FC coach Kabelo Sibiya

What Mlungisi Mazibuko makes of Kabelo Sibiya as a coach

Highbury FC's experienced goalkeeper Mlungisi Mazibuko has shed light on what he makes of the club’s head coach, Kabelo Sibiya, who successfully secured the…
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