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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liason
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Soccer journalism | English
Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional hailing from Tzaneen, Limpopo. A specialist in South African football, he currently serves as a core member of the editorial team at FARPost, one of the country’s leading soccer news publications. ​Raophala holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Limpopo. His career began in 2018 with a strong foundation in research and monitoring at Gender Links, followed by a tenure at Tenacity Magazine. Since joining FARPost in September 2020, Raophala has transitioned from a media monitor and researcher into a prominent football writer. ​Known for his diligence and insightful analysis, Raophala combines his background in case study writing and research to bring depth to football reporting, covering everything from match analysis to player movements in the PSL and NFD.

Mauwane Raophala

Ntiyiso Bombi during his stint at Baroka FC
2 months ago

Ex-Baroka and TS Galaxy winger Ntiyiso Bombi joins Limpopo side

Former Baroka FC and TS Galaxy winger Ntiyiso Bombi has joined Phalaborwa United, competing in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League. The 24-year-old makes the…
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Magesi FC captain Elvis Chipezeze addressing members of the media
2 months ago

Chipezeze weighs in on Magesi’s chances of relegation survival

With the second round of the Betway Premiership heating up, Magesi FC captain Elvis Chipezeze has weighed in on his side's chances of escaping the drop, as…
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Justice Chabalala during his stint at Gomora United
2 months ago

Why Justice Chabalala chose Casric Stars over Betway Prem clubs

Justice Chababala's representative, Nimrod Mbhalati, has disclosed why the former Orlando Pirates defender chose to sign with Motsepe Foundation Championship…
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Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza
2 months ago

Pirates chairman outlines vision behind continued Adidas partnership

Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza has outlined the vision behind the recent partnership renewal with the global sportswear giant Adidas, emphasizing that…
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Kgoloko Thobejane addressing members of the media
2 months ago

Gosebo United part ways with Kgoloko Thobejane

SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Gosebo United have shown former Baroka FC mentor Kgoloko Thobejane the exit door following a string of poor results.…
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Former The Bees and Tzaneen United coach Humphrey Mlwane
2 months ago

Ex-Chiefs midfielder Humphrey Mlwane finds new home in Eswatini

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Humphrey Mlwane has found a new home in Eswatini, joining Tabankulu Celtic FC as the club’s new head coach, FARPost has…
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Lebohang Maboe in Kaizer Chiefs colours
2 months ago

How Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu combination benefit Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shed light on how Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu partnership is benefiting Amakhosi. The duo has been…
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Justice Chabalala with his agent Nimrod Mbhalati
2 months ago

Casric Stars bolster squad with Justice Chabalala and Mfundo Thikazi

Motsepe Foundation Championship contenders Casric Stars have bolstered their promotion aspirations by securing the signatures of veteran defender Justice…
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Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
2 months ago

Sibongiseni Mthethwa opens up on life under Kaze and Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs star Sibongiseni Mthethwa has spoken out on his working relationship with Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, as the midfield hardman adapts to…
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Coach Sinethemba Badela during his time at Durban City FC
2 months ago

What Pitso Mosimane makes of Sinethemba Badela as a coach 

Three-time CAF Champions League-winning coach Pitso Mosimane has shared his views on Sinethemba Badela following the tactician's sudden departure from Betway…
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Sinethemba Badela addressing members of the media during his stint with Durban City FC
2 months ago

Durban City FC explain Sinethemba Badela’s shocking departure

In a move that has caught South African football fans by surprise, Durban City FC have provided clarity on their decision to part ways with head coach…
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Al Masry head coach Nabil Kouki addressing members of the media
2 months ago

Al Masry coach speaks out on Chiefs’ penalty decision in Confed Cup tie

Al Masry coach Nabil Kouki has spoken out on the controversial penalty decision during their CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Kaizer Chiefs at the New…
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