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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist
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, covering breaking news, transfers and match analysis across South African football, including the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Limpopo. He began his journalism career in 2018, working in research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine, and joined FARPost in September 2020. He is a SAFJA-accredited journalist and was named FARPost’s Most Improved Journalist for 2024.

Mauwane Raophala

SAFA President Danny Jordaan and Minister Gayton McKenzie

SAFA explain why VAR roll out took longer than expected

The South African Football Association [SAFA] has addressed the delays surrounding the rollout of the Video Assistant Referee [VAR] system in South African…
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Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Dillon Sheppard addressing members of the media

Sheppard explains Chiefs’ team selection after starting seven defensive-minded players

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Dillon Sheppard has explained the tactical reasoning behind Amakhosi's starting line-up that featured seven defensive players…
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Thalente Mbatha during Orlando Pirates' warm-up session

Thalente Mbatha’s absence in TS Galaxy game explained

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained Thalente Mbatha's absence in their Betway Premiership clash against TS Galaxy at Orlando Amstel…
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Veluyeke Zulu during TS Galaxy training session

TS Galaxy set to face Pirates without key defender Veluyeke Zulu

TS Galaxy are set to face Betway Premiership defending champions Orlando Pirates without their key defender Veluyeke Zulu in their league tie on Tuesday…
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SAFA president Danny Jordaan with minister Gayton McKenzie

Gayton McKenzie to update public on VAR rollout progress this Wednesday

Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie is set to give an update this coming Wednesday, 14 October 2026, on the progress made regarding the…
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Thabang Matuludi during Mamelodi Sundowns' training session at Chloorkop

How Thapelo Morena and Khuliso Mudau are shaping Thabang Matuludi at Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns right-back Thabang Matuludi has opened up on how rubbing shoulders with seasoned campaigners Thapelo Morena and Khuliso Mudau is shaping…
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Teboho Mokoena in celebratory mood after winning the MTN8

Teboho Mokoena opens up on family ordeal following Sundowns’ MTN8 win

Mamelodi Sundowns star Teboho Mokoena has revealed he played through devastating family tragedy in the MTN8 final against Orlando Pirates, dedicating his…
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Teboho Mokoena in celebratory mood after scoring against Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 final

Seven key takeaways as Sundowns dethrone Pirates to claim MTN8 crown

Mamelodi Sundowns are the 2026 MTN8 champions following a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday…
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Thabo Matlaba spotted at Mehlareng Stadium in SSU M17 colours

Ex-Pirates defender Thabo Matlaba resurfaces at SSU M17

Former Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows defender Thabo Matlaba has resurfaced at SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Soweto Super United [SSU M17]. The…
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Teboho Mokoena walking out of the Mamelodi Sundowns bus

Lehlohonolo Majoro weighs in on Mamelodi Sundowns injury situation

Former PSL striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has shared his thoughts on whether Mamelodi Sundowns have enough depth to cope without the trio of Teboho Mokoena,…
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Eric Tinkler officially unveiled by Durban City FC

Why Eric Tinkler took the Durban City FC project

Newly appointed Durban City FC head coach Eric Tinkler has revealed the key reasons behind his decision to take charge of the Betway Premiership side…
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Luke Baartman in SA U-23 colours

Kaizer Chiefs issue update on Luke Baartman ahead of Stellenbosch tie

Kaizer Chiefs have provided an update on forward Luke Baartman, who picked up an injury while on SA Under-23 national duty against Algeria over the weekend.…
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