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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

Orlando Pirates duo of Thalente Mbatha and Patrick Maswanganyi
5 months ago

Pirates set to face Gallants without key midfielder

Orlando Pirates will lock horns with Marumo Gallants in their much-awaited Carling Knockout Cup final showdown without a key midfielder on Saturday, 6…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi during his unveiling at Chicago Fire
5 months ago

When does Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s Chicago Fire career really start?

With Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s transfer to Chicago Fire sealed, Saturday’s Carling Knockout Final marking his emotional swansong for Orlando Pirates, FARPost…
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Ayanda Patosi in Hope FC colours
5 months ago

How ex-PSL trio helped Patosi settle into Motsepe League

Ex-Bafana Bafana and Cape Town City FC midfielder Ayanda Patosi has revealed how former PSL players at Hope FC have assisted him in settling into the SAFA…
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Betway Premiership tie between Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
5 months ago

Chippa and Chiefs share spoils in stalemate

Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs shared the points after a 0-0 draw in their Betway Premiership clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on…
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Dillan Solomons in action for Kaizer Chiefs
5 months ago

Cedric Kaze spells out what makes Dillan Solomons unique

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has shared what makes Amakhosi defender Dillan Solomons stand out following his recent impressive performances. Solomons…
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Bafana Bafana technical team
5 months ago

Ayanda Patosi names 3 stars who would’ve boosted Bafana AFCON squad

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Ayanda Patosi has named three players whom he believes would have added value to the SA men's national team’s final squad for…
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Tiklas Thutlwa during his stint at Sekhukhune United
5 months ago

Tiklas Thutlwa joins new PSL side

Former Sekhukhune United winger Tiklas Thutlwa has joined the new PSL side Gomora United for the 2025/26 campaign, FARPost has learnt. Thutlwa has been…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in Bafana Bafana colours
5 months ago

Broos justifies why he kept faith in Relebohile Mofokeng

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has justified the selection of Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng in his final squad for the upcoming CAF 2025…
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Coach Gavin Hunt
5 months ago

Durban City boss explains decision to cut ties with Gavin Hunt

Durban City FC chairman Farook Kadodia has explained why the club decided to cut ties with veteran coach Gavin Hunt. The club confirmed the news on Monday…
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Teboho Mokoena and Nkosinathi Sibisi in action for Bafana Bafana.
5 months ago

Is Teboho Mokoena better for Bafana than Sundowns? Pitso answers

Former Teboho Mokoena’s youth coach, Pitso Mokoena, has weighed in on the debate over whether the talented midfielder plays better for Bafana Bafana than for…
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Shandre Campbell and Tylon Smith in celebratory mood after scoring for Amajita
5 months ago

Broos explains Shandre Campbell and Tylon Smith’s inclusion in Bafana’s AFCON squad

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has explained the surprise inclusion of Shandre Campbell and Tylon Smith in his final AFCON squad. The duo made the…
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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos with his assistant Helman Mkhalele
5 months ago

Hugo Broos names final Bafana AFCON squad

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has announced his final squad for the CAF 2025 AFCON tournament, due to be staged in Morocco from 21 December 2025 until…
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