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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liason
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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

Gavin Hunt during this his time at Durban City FC
4 months ago

Why Gavin Hunt opted for Stellenbosch project

Newly appointed Stellenbosch FC coach Gavin Hunt has disclosed why he opted to take on the Cape Winelands-based outfit's project following his departure from…
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Coach Gavin Hunt during his stint at Durban City FC
4 months ago

Gavin Hunt takes over coaching reins at Stellenbosch

Betway Premiership side Stellenbosch FC have announced veteran coach Gavin Hunt as the club's new head coach. This move comes after Steve Barker resigned as…
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Mohau Nkota with Sipho Mbule and Teboho Mokoena in celebratory mood
4 months ago

Pirates legend pinpoints Nkota’s struggles at AFCON tournament

Orlando Pirates legend Lebohang ‘Cheeseboy’ Mokoena has pinpointed Bafana Bafana's Mohau Nkota's struggles at the AFCON tournament currently underway in…
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Bafana Bafana defender Nkosinathi Sibisi addressing members of the media
4 months ago

Sibisi reveals Bafana’s biggest lessons from last two games

Bafana Bafana defender Nkosinathi Sibisi has revealed the lessons the squad has picked up from their last two games at the CAF 2025 AFCON tournament,…
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Teboho Mokoena and Nkosinathi Sibisi in Bafana Bafana colours
4 months ago

Pitso makes bold Teboho Mokoena Bafana AFCON assertion

Pitso Mokoena, who oversaw Teboho Mokoena’s developmental years, has made a bold assertion regarding Teboho Mokoena’s role within the Bafana Bafana set-up…
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Thabang Monare at Bafana Bafana during the previous AFCON tournament
4 months ago

Thabang Monare offers words of wisdom to Bafana debutantes

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Thabang Monare has offered words of wisdom to the national team debutantes ahead of their CAF 2025 AFCON first match against…
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Tshegofatso Mabasa in action for Orlando Pirates
4 months ago

Pirates legend identifies potential destination for Mabasa amid exit talks

Former Orlando Pirates winger Lebohang 'Cheeseboy' Mokoena has weighed in on the growing uncertainty surrounding Tshegofatso Mabasa’s future, naming a…
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Stellenbosch FC outgoing head coach Steve Barker
4 months ago

Steve Barker breaks silence on his sudden Stellenbosch departure

Steve Barker has broken his silence on his exit from Stellenbosch FC, providing clarity on the circumstances that led to his sudden departure from the club…
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Ayanda Patosi during his stint at Cape Town City FC
4 months ago

Ayanda Patosi names the four Bafana Bafana icons who shaped his career

Former Bafana Bafana star Ayanda Patosi has revealed the four national team icons who played a pivotal role in shaping his professional career and guiding…
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Dylan Kerr addressing members of the media
4 months ago

Dylan Kerr makes bold claim: ‘I would win the league with Chiefs’

Ex-PSL coach Dylan Kerr has shared his thoughts on what he could achieve if handed the reins at Kaizer Chiefs, boldly declaring that he has the pedigree to…
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Sabelo Radebe during his stint at Kaizer Chiefs
4 months ago

Ex-Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe resurfaces at North West side

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe has resurfaced at North West Motsepe Foundation Championship side Lerumo Lions, FARPost has established. ‘Bibo’, as…
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Gift Links in action for his Danish side AFG Aarhus
4 months ago

‘I’m not planning to come back home’: Gift Links

AGF Aarhus winger Gift Links has opened up about his long-term future abroad, explaining why he has no intention of returning to the Premier Soccer League…
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