Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liason
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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

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef
2 months ago

Khalil Ben Youssef slams PSL over unfair fixture congestion

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has launched a blistering attack on the PSL, accusing the league of failing to support South African clubs…
SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Leruma United
2 months ago

ABC Motsepe wrap: Leruma United’s winless run continues

The saying "it never rains, but it pours" remains the grim reality for Leruma United, as their winless streak stretched even further this past weekend. The…
Sibongiseni Mthethwa in Kaizer Chiefs colours
2 months ago

Sibongiseni Mthethwa provides update on injury recovery

Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sibongiseni ‘Ox’ Mthethwa has provided an update regarding his injury recovery progress as the Betway Premiership second round…
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] goalkeeper Ndivhuwo Mawela
2 months ago

TTM’s Ndivhuwo Mawela plan to silence Pirates’ star-studded frontline

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] goalkeeper Ndivhuwo Mawela has revealed how he plans to deal with Orlando Pirates’ star-studded frontline when the two…
TTM head coach Lucky Nelukau
2 months ago

Why Lucky Nelukau is unfazed by Orlando Pirates test

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] head coach Lucky Nelukau has explained why his side harbours no fear ahead of their high-stakes Nedbank Cup Round of 32…
Former Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali at a training session
2 months ago

Stanley Nwabali opens up on his Chippa United departure

Super Eagles star and 2025 AFCON bronze medalist Stanley Nwabali has opened up about his departure from Chippa United after a four-year marriage with the…
Hlayisi Chauke in action for his former club Polokwane City FC
3 months ago

Casric Stars rope in ex-Polokwane City striker Hlayisi Chauke

Motsepe Foundation Championship contenders Casric Stars have bolstered their attacking department by roping in former Polokwane City FC striker Hlayisi…
Glody Lilepo in Kaizer Chiefs colours
3 months ago

Chiefs coach explains why Lilepo started on bench for Stellenbosch tie

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has explained the decision to bench in-form winger Glody Lilepo during Wednesday night’s disappointing Nedbank Cup clash…
Justice Chabalala during a training session at Gomora United
3 months ago

Justice Chabalala cuts ties with Gomora United, set for Betway Prem return

FARPost has it on good authority that veteran defender Justice Chabalala has parted ways with Motsepe Foundation Championship side Gomora United, with an…
Punch Masenamela during his stint at Mavabaza United
3 months ago

Ex-Chiefs defender Punch Masenamela fired weeks into new role

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Punch Masenamela has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the SAFA North West ABC Motsepe League side Mavabaza United,…
Relebohile Mofokeng in Orlando Pirates colours
3 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng weighs in on his new role as playmaker

Orlando Pirates midfielder Relebohile Mofokeng has opened up about his transition into a central playmaking role following his another Man of the Match…
Lesiba Nku during his unveiling at Sekhukhune United
3 months ago

Lesiba Nku reflects on Sekhukhune United debut

Sekhukhune United’s new signee, Lesiba Nku, has opened up about making his first appearance for Babina Noko against TS Galaxy over the weekend. The Betway…