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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

DStv Premiership clash between Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs.

Chiefs suffer back-to-back DStv Prem defeats after Chippa upset

Kaizer Chiefs have suffered back-to-back DStv Premiership defeats following their 2-0 loss to Chippa United at a packed Buffalo City Stadium on Saturday…
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Jermaine Seoposenwe Banyana Banyana colours

Talking points as Banyana suffer defeat in Nigeria

Banyana Banyana suffered a 1-0 defeat to the Super Falcons of Nigeria in the fourth round of the 2024 Olympics qualifiers at the MKO Abiola Stadium on Friday…
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Atisang Batsi in action for Orbit College.

41 years old and still going strong: The secret behind Batsi’s longevity

Defying expectations, 41-year-old midfielder Atisang Batsi continues to impress on the pitch for Orbit College in the second-tier league. The veteran…
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Kaizer Chiefs winger Ashley Du Preez.

How Du Preez can be even more effective for Chiefs: Barker’s insight

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has shared his insights on how his former player Ashley Du Preez can be more effective for Kaizer Chiefs. Barker was…
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Kaizer Chiefs coach Cavin Johnson.

Johnson addresses fatigue concerns after Chiefs’ loss to Stellenbosch FC

Kaizer Chiefs interim coach Cavin Johnson has addressed the fatigue concerns after Amakhosi succumbed to a 1-0 defeat to Stellenbosch FC in the DStv…
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DStv Premiership clash between Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC.

Talking points as Stellenbosch FC sink Chiefs at the Calabash

Stellenbosch FC continued with their fine form as they secured a 1-0 win over Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership at FNB Stadium on Tuesday night. This was…
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Thato Khiba and his TS Galaxy teammates in a celebratory mood.

TS Galaxy midfielder linked with Soweto giants

A TS Galaxy midfielder has been linked with the Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. The Mpumalanga-based outfit currently sit ninth in the SA’s…
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Former Black Leopards midfielder Wiseman Maluleke.

Maluleke on Leopards exit: ‘I didn’t terminate my contract’

Experienced midfielder Wiseman Maluleke has shed light on his unexpected departure from the second-tier league side. Maluleke, a key player for Leopards in…
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Bongokuhle Hlongwane in FARPost colours.

How Bongokuhle Hlongwane has improved his game

Minnesota United and Bafana Bafana attacker Bongokuhle Hlongwane has explained what he has done to improve his game to keep scoring goals in the new MLS…
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DStv Premiership clash between Sekhukhune United and Orlando Pirates.

Sekhukhune see off Pirates: What are the talking points?

Sekhukhune United salvaged a 2-1 win over Orlando Pirates in the DStv Premiership tie at New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday evening. Below are some of the…
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Mahlatse Makudubela in action for Young Africans SC.

Makudubela lifts lid on conversation with Tau before his Yanga switch

SA winger Mahlatse Makudubela has lifted the lid on a conversation he had with Bafana Bafana and Al Ahly star Percy Tau before his move to Tanzanian giants,…
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Refiloe Jane in Banyana Banyana colours.

Refiloe Jane headlines Banyana final squad to face Nigeria

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has named her final squad for the fourth round of the 2024 Olympics qualifiers against Nigeria, with…
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