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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liason
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Soccer journalism | English
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

Minister Gayton McKenzie addressing members of the media
3 months ago

Minister McKenzie clarifies SA’s stance on hosting 2026 WAFCON

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has issued a formal statement to clarify South Africa’s stance on hosting the 2026 WAFCON,…
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Relebohile Mofokeng warming up in Orlando Pirates colours
3 months ago

Ouaddou’s words that sparked Relebohile Mofokeng’s MOTM performance 

Orlando Pirates’ star winger, Relebohile Mofokeng, has revealed the tactical nudge from coach Abdeslam Ouaddou that inspired his latest Man of the Match…
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Thato Khiba unveiled by Sekhukhune United
3 months ago

What influenced Thato Khiba’s move to Sekhukhune United

Thato Khiba’s agent, Nimrod Mbhalati, has shed light on the key factors that drove the midfielder’s recent switch to Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune…
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Betway Premiership tie between Marumo Gallants and Kaizer Chiefs
3 months ago

Chiefs leapfrog Pirates after spirited win over Gallants

Kaizer Chiefs secured an important 1-0 victory over Marumo Gallants in their Betway Premiership clash at the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Wednesday night.…
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Khulumani Ndamane in action for Mamelodi Sundowns against Sekhukhune United in a Betway Premiership tie
3 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach delivers verdict on Khulumani Ndamane’s debut

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has offered his frank evaluation of Khulumani Ndamane’s debut, providing a closer look at how the defender fared in…
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Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler addressing members of the media
3 months ago

‘We fell asleep’: Eric Tinkler laments late lapse in Sundowns defeat

Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler has explained what cost his side as he watched his game plan crumble in stoppage time on Tuesday night. A late lapse in…
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Aden McCarthy with his Kaizer Chiefs teammates
3 months ago

Aden McCarthy on Chiefs’ league title hopes

Kaizer Chiefs' talented defender Aden McCarthy has weighed in on the Amakhosi's Betway Premiership title hopes as they prepare to face Marumo Gallants on…
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Cole Alexander during his stint with Kaizer Chiefs
3 months ago

Ex-Chiefs midfielder Cole Alexander retires

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfield anchor Cole Alexander has officially confirmed his retirement from professional football, bringing the curtain down on a…
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Levy Mashiane unveiled by Betway Premiership side Magesi FC
3 months ago

Magesi FC bolster squad with Levy Mashiane’s acquisition

In a move that bolsters their attacking options for the second half of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, Magesi FC have secured the signing of winger…
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Mduduzi Mdantsane during his stint at Kaizer Chiefs
3 months ago

Mduduzi Mdantsane explains his presence at Phezulu FC 

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mduduzi Mdantsane has addressed his presence at the SAFA Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League side, Phezulu FC. The 31-year-old has…
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Former The Bees FC coach Humphrey Mlwane
3 months ago

Ex-Chiefs midfielder Humphrey Mlwane secures new coaching gig

SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Tzaneen United have beefed up their technical team with the appointment of former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Humphrey…
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Elias Pelembe and Gavin Hunt during their time at Bidvest Wits
3 months ago

Gavin Hunt reacts to Elias Pelembe retiring from international football at 42

Coach Gavin Hunt has reacted to Elias Pelembe's retirement from international football. The 42-year-old called time on his legendary career with Mozambique…
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