Mauwane Raophala

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

Lebohang Maboe in Kaizer Chiefs colours
1 week ago

How Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu combination benefit Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shed light on how Lebohang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu partnership is benefiting Amakhosi. The duo has been…
Justice Chabalala with his agent Nimrod Mbhalati
1 week ago

Casric Stars bolster squad with Justice Chabalala and Mfundo Thikazi

Motsepe Foundation Championship contenders Casric Stars have bolstered their promotion aspirations by securing the signatures of veteran defender Justice…
Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
1 week ago

Sibongiseni Mthethwa opens up on life under Kaze and Ben Youssef

Kaizer Chiefs star Sibongiseni Mthethwa has spoken out on his working relationship with Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, as the midfield hardman adapts to…
Coach Sinethemba Badela during his time at Durban City FC
1 week ago

What Pitso Mosimane makes of Sinethemba Badela as a coach 

Three-time CAF Champions League-winning coach Pitso Mosimane has shared his views on Sinethemba Badela following the tactician's sudden departure from Betway…
Sinethemba Badela addressing members of the media during his stint with Durban City FC
1 week ago

Durban City FC explain Sinethemba Badela’s shocking departure

In a move that has caught South African football fans by surprise, Durban City FC have provided clarity on their decision to part ways with head coach…
Al Masry head coach Nabil Kouki addressing members of the media
1 week ago

Al Masry coach speaks out on Chiefs’ penalty decision in Confed Cup tie

Al Masry coach Nabil Kouki has spoken out on the controversial penalty decision during their CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Kaizer Chiefs at the New…
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef
1 week ago

Khalil Ben Youssef slams PSL over unfair fixture congestion

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has launched a blistering attack on the PSL, accusing the league of failing to support South African clubs…
SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Leruma United
1 week ago

ABC Motsepe wrap: Leruma United’s winless run continues

The saying "it never rains, but it pours" remains the grim reality for Leruma United, as their winless streak stretched even further this past weekend. The…
Sibongiseni Mthethwa in Kaizer Chiefs colours
2 weeks ago

Sibongiseni Mthethwa provides update on injury recovery

Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sibongiseni ‘Ox’ Mthethwa has provided an update regarding his injury recovery progress as the Betway Premiership second round…
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] goalkeeper Ndivhuwo Mawela
2 weeks ago

TTM’s Ndivhuwo Mawela plan to silence Pirates’ star-studded frontline

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] goalkeeper Ndivhuwo Mawela has revealed how he plans to deal with Orlando Pirates’ star-studded frontline when the two…
TTM head coach Lucky Nelukau
2 weeks ago

Why Lucky Nelukau is unfazed by Orlando Pirates test

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM] head coach Lucky Nelukau has explained why his side harbours no fear ahead of their high-stakes Nedbank Cup Round of 32…
Former Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali at a training session
2 weeks ago

Stanley Nwabali opens up on his Chippa United departure

Super Eagles star and 2025 AFCON bronze medalist Stanley Nwabali has opened up about his departure from Chippa United after a four-year marriage with the…