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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

Lebogang Phiri unveiled by Sekhukhune United
3 months ago

Sekhukhune United confirm Lebogang Phiri’s acquisition

Sekhukhune United have beefed up their squad in the current January transfer window with the acquisition of former Bafana Bafana midfielder Lebogang Phiri.…
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Khulumani Ndamane in Bafana Bafana colours
3 months ago

Khulumani Ndamane joins Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns have roped in Bafana Bafana international Khulumani Ndamane ahead of the second round of the 2025/26 PSL season. The talented defender…
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Kobamelo Kodisang during Mamelodi Sundowns' training session
3 months ago

Kobamelo Kodisang officially returns to Mamelodi Sundowns

The Portuguese top-flight side AVS Futebol SAD has confirmed the contract termination of South African winger Kobamelo Kodisang, who was at the club on a…
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Brayan Lèon in celebratory mood
3 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns unveil Brayan Lèon

Betway Premiership defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns have unveiled Colombian forward Brayan Lèon. Lèon joins Bafana Ba Style from Colombian side…
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Anele Ngcongca during his stint at KRC Genk
4 months ago

‘He played big role in my career’: Patosi on Anele Ngcongca

Success in football is rarely a solo journey. For Ayanda Patosi, the blueprint for his rise was provided by the late Anele Ngcongca, whose mentorship and…
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Dženan Zajmović unveiled by Cape Town City FC
4 months ago

Cape Town City FC sign ex-TS Galaxy striker

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City FC has acquired the services of former TS Galaxy frontman Dženan Zajmović. The 32-year-old forward joins…
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Teboho Mokoena in Bafana Bafana colours
4 months ago

What Teboho Mokoena is concerned about ahead of Cameroon tie

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena has disclosed what he is concerned about ahead of their AFCON Round of 16 tie against Cameroon at Agdal Medina…
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Sphephelo Sithole during Bafana Bafana training session
4 months ago

Sphephelo Sithole reveals future plans after AFCON tournament

Bafana Bafana international Sphephelo 'Yaya' Sithole has revealed his future plans after the CAF 2025 AFCON tournament, currently ongoing in Morocco. 'Yaya',…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi in Bafana Bafana colours
4 months ago

‘Yaya’ Sithole makes honest admission about Mbekezeli Mbokazi

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo 'Yaya' Sithole has made an honest admission about former Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi. The duo is currently…
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Khuliso Mudau during Mamelodi Sundowns training session
4 months ago

From rival to teammate: Basadien reflects on his toughest battles against Mudau

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Fawaaz Basadien has disclosed the reasons why he found Khuliso Mudau to be the toughest player to play against while he was still…
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Hugo Broos and Helman Mkhalele during a training session
4 months ago

Hugo Broos delivers brutal verdict on AFCON 2025 atmosphere

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has given his honest take on the ongoing CAF 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco, stating that it has "no vibe." The AFCON…
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Bafana Bafana XI
4 months ago

Teboho Mokoena identifies crucial area for Bafana improvement

Talented midfielder Teboho Mokoena has identified an area that Bafana Bafana needs to improve on moving forward to the knockout stage of the CAF 2025 AFCON…
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