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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

Grant Kekana in Bafana Bafana colours
3 months ago

Grant Kekana reacts to Bafana Bafana snub

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana has reacted to his omission from the Bafana Bafana preliminary squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and…
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Iqraam Rayners in Mamelodi Sundowns colours
3 months ago

Farouk Khan on why Rayners should start over Léon against Stade Malien

Renowned youth developer and coach Farouk Khan has weighed in on the Mamelodi Sundowns striking conundrum, making a compelling case for Iqraam Rayners to…
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Kaizer Chiefs XI against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby
3 months ago

Two key Chiefs stars ruled out of Durban City tie

Kaizer Chiefs will be without two key players when they host Durban City FC in a Betway Premiership encounter this weekend, as they look to snap a dismal…
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Siyanda Xulu during his stint at the now-defunct SuperSport United
3 months ago

Agent reveals why Siyanda Xulu’s move to Armenia collapsed

Siyanda Xulu’s agent, Lebogang ‘Guluva’ Mashishi, has explained why the veteran defender’s anticipated move to the Armenian Premier League failed to…
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Nedbank Cup trophy
3 months ago

PSL confirm Nedbank Cup semi-final draw 

With the tournament’s traditional heavyweights all watching from the sidelines, the PSL has confirmed the Nedbank Cup semi-final fixtures following the…
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Rushine De Reuck signs new contract at Simba SC
3 months ago

Rushine De Reuck opens up on signing new deal with Simba SC

Former Mamelodi Sundowns defender Rushine De Reuck has opened up about his decision to sign a contract extension with Tanzanian giants Simba SC. On Sunday, 8…
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ABC Motsepe League advertising board
3 months ago

Match abandoned after penalty awarded in Limpopo ABC Motsepe League

Chaos erupted in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League on Friday afternoon as the clash between Ngwaabe City Motors and Eleven Fast Tigers was abandoned. The…
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DDC encounter between Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows at UJ Soweto Campus
3 months ago

DDC wrap: Sundowns pull level with Pirates as title race heats up

The DStv Diski Challenge title race was blown wide open this weekend as Mamelodi Sundowns moved level on points with Orlando Pirates, who suffered a major…
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Casric Stars head coach Bucs Mthombeni addressing members of the media
3 months ago

THE ART OF SUFFERING: How Bucs Mthombeni outsmarted AmaZulu in Durban

Casric Stars FC coach Bucs Mthombeni has revealed what worked in their favour as they continued their fairy-tale run in the Nedbank Cup, eliminating Betway…
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Sekhukhune United winger Lesiba Nku getting off the team's bus
3 months ago

The two primary factors behind Nku’s seamless Sekhukhune transition

Lesiba Nku’s representative, Lebogang ‘Guluva’ Mashishi, has pinpointed two primary factors that have paved the way for the attacker’s seamless transition to…
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Kaizer Chiefs players doing pitch inspection ahead of the Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates
3 months ago

Tsepo Masilela identifies two coaches to revive Kaizer Chiefs

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana defender Tsepo Masilela has identified two high-profile coaches he believes hold the key to restoring the club’s glory…
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Fan calls for VAR in PSL
3 months ago

An unusual stance: Ouaddou’s indifferent reaction to SA’s VAR rollout

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has weighed in on the imminent rollout of the VAR system in the Betway Premiership, a move widely seen as a…
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