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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

Romain Folz during his stint at Young Africans SC

Mahlatse Makudubela explains what makes Romain Folz stand out as coach

Retired winger Mahlatse Makudubela has explained what makes Romain Folz stand out as a coach, following the duo's reunion at Tunisian side US Monastir.…
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Njabulo Blom unveiled by Borneo FC

Former Chiefs star Njabulo Blom finds new home in Indonesia

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Njabulo Blom has officially completed a move to Indonesian outfit Borneo FC ahead of the new season. Borneo announced the…
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Banyana Banyana against Tanzania in a WAFCON tie

Desiree Ellis pinpoints what went wrong in Banyana’s WAFCON opener defeat

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has lifted the lid on what led to her side's 2-1 defeat against Tanzania in their 2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of…
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Former Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng

Relebohile Mofokeng reigns supreme: Ex-Pirates star dominates PSL Awards

Relebohile Mofokeng was the undisputed star of the 2025/26 PSL Awards, held on Monday, 27 July, as the former Orlando Pirates playmaker swept up an…
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Melusi Buthelezi addressing members of the media

Kaze delivers verdict on Melusi Buthelezi after two clean sheets in Mafori Cup

Sekhukhune United head coach Cedric Kaze has delivered his assessment of the club's new signing, Melusi Buthelezi, following the goalkeeper's impressive…
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Venda FC head coach Clinton Larsen

Venda FC announce seven new signings

Limpopo-based outfit Venda FC have announced seven new signings ahead of the 2026/27 Motsepe Foundation Championship season. The side confirmed the new…
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Gaston Sirino in celebratory mood during his stint at Kaizer Chiefs

Durban City unveil Gastón Sirino among eight new signings for 2026/27 season

Betway Premiership side Durban City FC have made a major statement of intent ahead of the 2026/27 season after officially confirming the arrivals of eight…
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Donald Makgetlwa in action for Black Leopards

Venda FC sign ex-Black Leopards midfielder Donald Makgetlwa

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Venda FC have roped in former Black Leopards midfielder Donald Makgetlwa ahead of the new season, FARPost can reveal.…
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Thapelo Mokobodi in action for Stellenbosch FC

Pirates show interest in Stellenbosch midfielder Thapelo Mokobodi

Orlando Pirates have shown interest in signing Stellenbosch FC midfielder Thapelo Mokobodi as the club looks to further strengthen its squad ahead of the new…
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Miguel Timm in Hope FC colours

Hope FC sign Miguel Timm

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Hope FC have acquired the services of former Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm. Timm joins the Cape club on a free…
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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos on the touchline

SAFA refutes Hugo Broos contract extension rumours

The South African Football Association [SAFA] has dismissed reports claiming that Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has been offered a one-year contract…
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Veli Mothwa and Kwanele Kopo in AmaTuks colours

AmaTuks announce massive squad overhaul 

Motsepe Foundation Championship side AmaTuks have confirmed the exit of 21 players from their squad ahead of the upcoming campaign. Tuks confirmed the squad…
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