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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

SuperSport United forward Etiosa Ighodaro

How Ighodaro feels about not getting chance to play for Sundowns

SuperSport United forward Etiosa Ighodaro has opened up on how he feels about signing for Mamelodi Sundowns and never kicking the ball in their colours. The…
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Stellenbosch FC striker Iqraam Rayners

Iqraam Rayners and Patrick Maswanganyi dominate PSL Awards nominations

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] have announced the nominees for the 2024 PSL Awards, with Stellenbosch FC's Iqraam Rayners and Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando…
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Rooi Mahamutsa and Sifiso Myeni in VTM colours.

VTM FC coach on SA trio’s impact at the club

VTM FC coach Reuben Chikoti has detailed the impact of the South African trio on the Botswana Premier League side. The side currently sit eighth on…
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DStv Premiership clash between TS Galaxy v Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns one game away from completing an invincible DStv Prem season

Mamelodi Sundowns extended their unbeaten run to 29 games in the DStv Premiership following their 1-1 draw with TS Galaxy as they look to accomplish a feat…
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Rebecca Joy Adams during training session.

Rebecca Joy Adams opens up on her new chapter

Rebecca Joy Adams, South Africa's first female footballer to play in Brazil, has opened up about her new chapter after joining a new club recently. The Cape…
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Etiosa Ighodaro in action for SuperSport United

Etiosa Ighodaro’s bold stance on next transfer

Nigerian forward Etiosa Ighodaro has made a bold stance on his next transfer as his loan spell with SuperSport United comes to an end. At the beginning of…
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Njampela FC coach Tshepo Motsoeneng

Paltry R300 fee for referees fueling corruption concerns in ABC Motsepe

Former SuperSport United goalkeeper Tshepo Motsoeneng has highlighted the challenges faced by ABC Motsepe League sides, suggesting the paltry R300 transport…
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SuperSport United striker Etiosa Ighodaro.

Etiosa Ighodaro comments on Club Brugge links

On loan, SuperSport United forward Etiosa Ighodaro has commented on being linked with a potential move to a European side, Club Brugge. The 22-year-old…
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Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Mpheni Home Defenders

Mpheni book ticket to ABC Motsepe League national playoffs

Mpheni Home Defenders have been crowned the Limpopo ABC Motsepe League champions for the second time in a row following their 1-0 win over Tzaneen United at…
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Coach Lehlohonolo Seema during a post-match interview.

MacDonald Makhubedu coy on Seema’s situation at Sekhukhune

Sekhukhune United interim coach MacDonald Makhubedu was coy when he addressed the absence of Lehlohonolo Seema after their 1-0 loss to AmaZulu FC in a DStv…
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Al Ahly starting eleven at Rades Stadium in Tunisia

ES Tunis share spoils with Percy Tau’s Al Ahly in Champions League final

ES Tunis were held to a 0-0 draw by Percy Tau's Al Ahly in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final at Rades Stadium on Saturday night. The 2023/24…
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Bloemfontein Celtic FC

Bloemfontein Celtic not giving up on PSL comeback

The drama continues to unfold in the Free State ABC Motsepe League as Bloemfontein Celtic are not giving up on their pursuit of a return to the PSL. This…
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