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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 Senior Journalist & Social Media Liaison SAFJA-Accredited | 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional specializing in high-stakes reporting on South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial member at FARPost, where he bridges the gap between breaking news and deep-dive analysis. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his career in 2018 with a focus on rigorous research and monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost team in September 2020, he has evolved from a researcher into a prominent voice in soccer journalism, recognized for providing unique “Information Gain” on player movements and tactical shifts in the Betway Premiership (PSL) and Motsepe Foundation Championship (NFD).

Mauwane Raophala

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis during his side's training session
2 months ago

What Banyana Banyana coach needs to fix ahead of WAFCON

In the wake of their COSAFA Women's Championship heartbreak, Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has identified critical areas for improvement as the…
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Tembisa Hollywood Thunder players during a matchday in the Gauteng ABC Motsepe League
2 months ago

Tembisa Hollywood Thunder close the gap on Free Agents

Tembisa Hollywood Thunder have moved into second place in the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League, putting pressure on the log leaders Free Agents FC following a…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side in celebratory mood
2 months ago

DDC Wrap: Chiefs’ winless run continue while Pirates solidify their top spot

The latest round of the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] delivered a weekend of contrasting fortunes for South Africa’s footballing giants. While the league…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou on the touchline
2 months ago

Manyisa explains how Ouaddou turned Pirates into well-oiled machine 

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Oupa Manyisa has shed light on how head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has successfully evolved the Buccaneers into a dominant…
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Phakamani Mahlambi during his stint at Mamelodi Sundowns
2 months ago

Phakamani Mahlambi spotted at Lerumo Lions

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly midfielder Phakamani Mahlambi has been spotted at Motsepe Foundation Championship side Lerumo Lions FC, as the 2025/26…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in Orlando Pirates colours.
2 months ago

What Oupa Manyisa makes of Relebohile Mofokeng’s new role at Pirates 

Orlando Pirates legend Oupa Manyisa has shared his insights into Relebohile Mofokeng’s recent transition to a central playmaking role for the Buccaneers. The…
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Lebogang Phiri with Sekhukhune United fans
2 months ago

Why Lebogang Phiri signed for Sekhukhune United

Former Bafana Bafana international Lebogang Phiri has opened up about his decision to sign with Sekhukhune United after returning to South Africa following a…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou during a training session
3 months ago

Pirates coach issues injury update ahead of Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has delivered a crucial double injury boost ahead of Saturday’s sold-out Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs,…
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Donay Jansen during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
3 months ago

Donay Jansen’s performance sparks concern for Chiefs coach

Kaizer Chiefs’ DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach, Vela Khumalo, has opened up about his concerns regarding Donay Jansen’s recent dip in form following…
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Asanele Velebayi in action for Kaizer Chiefs
3 months ago

Ben Youssef explains Asanele Velebayi’s absence

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has addressed the absence of midfielder Asanele Velebayi following the Soweto giants' 2-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC…
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Ethan Chislett and Lebohang Maboe at Kaizer Chiefs
3 months ago

Why it took Ethan Chislett seven months to make his Chiefs debut

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shed light on the seven-month wait for Ethan Chislett to make his competitive debut, an absence that had…
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Mamelodi Sundowns DStv Diski Challenge head coach Tiro van Rooyen addressing the media
3 months ago

Sundowns coach weighs in on intense DDC title race with Pirates

Mamelodi Sundowns DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach Tiro van Rooyen has weighed in on the intensifying title race as his side looks to chase down rivals…
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