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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 Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali at a training session
3 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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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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