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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 is a Senior Journalist and Social Media Liaison at FARPost, specializing in breaking news, transfer dynamics, and tactical match analysis across South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial voice, bridging the gap between fast-paced matchday updates and deep-dive investigative reporting. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his journalism career in 2018 with a focus on research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost editorial team in September 2020, he has established himself as an authoritative voice in domestic football reporting, recognized for delivering exclusive reporting and tactical insights on the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. A SAFJA-accredited journalist, Mauwane was named the 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist in recognition of his consistent investigative work and comprehensive coverage of South African club football.

Mauwane Raophala

Lucky Malatsi in Lerumo Lions FC colours

Polokwane City FC sign Lucky Malatsi

Polokwane City FC have bolstered their attacking options ahead of the 2026/27 PSL season with the signing of forward Lucky Malatsi, FARPost can reveal. The…
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Fadlu Davids during his stay at Raja Club Athletic

Raja Club Athletic cut ties with Fadlu Davids

Moroccan giants Raja Club Athletic have parted ways with South African coach Fadlu Davids and his technical team by mutual agreement. The decision comes…
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Mtheto Mosotho signs his contract with Polokwane City FC from Mangaung Unite

Polokwane City FC snap up Mangaung Unite trio

Polokwane City FC have bolstered their squad ahead of the new season after securing the services of a talented trio from the SAFA Free State ABC Motsepe…
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Tshepo Rikhotso in Marumo Gallants colour during a pitch inspection

Marumo Gallants hand contract extensions to Tshepo Rikhotso and Sibusiso Ncube

In a bid to ensure squad stability ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign, Marumo Gallants have secured the futures of defender Tshepo Rikhotso and…
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Cape Town City FC players lining up for a team picture

Cape Town City to spend another season in Motsepe Foundation Championship

Cape Town City’s hopes of a return to the top-flight have been left in tatters after a frustrating 1-1 draw against Magesi FC on Wednesday, condemning the…
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Linda Mntambo in Sekhukhune United colours

End of an era: Linda Mntambo hangs up his boots

Sekhukhune United captain Linda Mntambo has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 37. The veteran midfielder,…
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Aden McCarthy showing off his Betway Premiership Man of the Match award

BREAKING NEWS: Aden McCarthy completes move to Sabah FK

Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed that the talented defender Aden McCarthy has completed his move to Azerbaijan-based outfit Sabah FK. The…
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Ruzaigh Gamildien in Hope FC colours

Ruzaigh Gamildien weighs in on his future at Hope FC 

Veteran frontman Ruzaigh Gamildien has weighed in on his future at Hope FC after helping the club win the 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs…
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Nsingizini Hotspurs FC head coach Mandla Qhogi

How Mandla Qhogi plans to approach next season after treble-winning season in Eswatini

Ex-Orlando Pirates development coach Mandla Qhogi has revealed how his side, Nsingizini Hotspurs FC, plans to approach the upcoming season following a…
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Hope FC players before a game in the SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs

Hope FC crowned ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs champions

The Western Cape's Sea Point Swifts [Hope FC] have been crowned the 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs champions. They defeated North West…
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North West University in celebratory mood

NWU and Hope FC secure Motsepe Foundation Championship promotion

North West University [NWU] and Sea Point Swifts [Hope FC] have officially secured promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship for the upcoming season.…
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Luther Singh in action for AEL Limassol

Luther Singh explains why he decided to extend his stay at AEL Limassol

South African winger Luther Singh has opened up about his decision to commit his long-term future to Cypriot First Division side AEL Limassol. The Stars of…
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