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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

Former The Bees and Tzaneen United coach Humphrey Mlwane
3 months ago

Ex-Chiefs midfielder Humphrey Mlwane finds new home in Eswatini

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Humphrey Mlwane has found a new home in Eswatini, joining Tabankulu Celtic FC as the club’s new head coach, FARPost has…
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Lebohang Maboe in Kaizer Chiefs colours
3 months ago

How Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu combination benefit Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shed light on how Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu partnership is benefiting Amakhosi. The duo has been…
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Justice Chabalala with his agent Nimrod Mbhalati
3 months ago

Casric Stars bolster squad with Justice Chabalala and Mfundo Thikazi

Motsepe Foundation Championship contenders Casric Stars have bolstered their promotion aspirations by securing the signatures of veteran defender Justice…
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Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
3 months ago

Sibongiseni Mthethwa opens up on life under Kaze and Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs star Sibongiseni Mthethwa has spoken out on his working relationship with Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, as the midfield hardman adapts to…
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Coach Sinethemba Badela during his time at Durban City FC
3 months ago

What Pitso Mosimane makes of Sinethemba Badela as a coach 

Three-time CAF Champions League-winning coach Pitso Mosimane has shared his views on Sinethemba Badela following the tactician's sudden departure from Betway…
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Sinethemba Badela addressing members of the media during his stint with Durban City FC
3 months ago

Durban City FC explain Sinethemba Badela’s shocking departure

In a move that has caught South African football fans by surprise, Durban City FC have provided clarity on their decision to part ways with head coach…
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Al Masry head coach Nabil Kouki addressing members of the media
3 months ago

Al Masry coach speaks out on Chiefs’ penalty decision in Confed Cup tie

Al Masry coach Nabil Kouki has spoken out on the controversial penalty decision during their CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Kaizer Chiefs at the New…
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Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef
3 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…
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SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Leruma United
3 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…
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Sibongiseni Mthethwa in Kaizer Chiefs colours
3 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…
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Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] goalkeeper Ndivhuwo Mawela
3 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…
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TTM head coach Lucky Nelukau
3 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…
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