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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

Thabang Monare at Bafana Bafana during the previous AFCON tournament
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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
5 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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Wayde Jooste signs for Stellenbosch FC
5 months ago

Wayde Jooste finds new home

Betway Premiership side Stellenbosch FC have strengthened their defence with the acquisition of former Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu FC right back Wayde…
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Tabiso Mpame in action for Kruger United
5 months ago

Kruger and Tabiso Mpame edge closer to a reunion

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Kruger United FC and talented winger Tabiso Mpame are edging closer to a reunion, FARPost has learnt. The Mpumalanga…
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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos
5 months ago

Broos gives honest verdict on Angola ahead of AFCON opener

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has delivered a candid assessment of the Angolan national team as his troops prepare for their CAF 2025 AFCON group stage…
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Themba Zwane in action for Bafana Bafana
5 months ago

Ex-Bafana star assesses AFCON squad depth without ‘Mshishi’ Zwane

Ex-Bafana Bafana international Sibusiso Vilakazi has weighed in on the national team's depth ahead of the 2025 AFCON, addressing the absence of veteran…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in action for Bafana Bafana
5 months ago

‘He’s exceptional’: Masango on Mofokeng getting his mojo back

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mandla Masango has shared his thoughts on Relebohile Mofokeng's qualities, despite his sluggish start to the season and his…
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