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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

Outgoing The Bees head coach Humphrey Mlwane
5 months ago

PSL side show coach the exit door

Motsepe Foundation Championship side The Bees FC have succumbed to a decision to part ways with their head coach, Humphrey Mlwane, just 12 games into the…
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Stellenbosch FC goalkeeper Sage Stephens
5 months ago

Sage Stephens opens up on chances of making Bafana AFCON squad

Stellenbosch FC goalkeeper Sage Stephens has opened up about his chances of making it to the Bafana Bafana AFCON squad. The AFCON tournament is due to be…
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Teboho Mokoena after reaching 50 caps for Bafana Bafana
5 months ago

Pitso recalls what he told Teboho Mokoena before his Bafana’s 50th cap

Teboho Mokoena’s former coach at youth level, Pitso Mokoena, has disclosed what he told the Mamelodi Sundowns star before his Bafana Bafana's 50th cap. The…
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Kgaogelo Sekgota in action for the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Tubatse United
5 months ago

Sekgota’s first goal in Motsepe League causes controversy 

Kgaogelo Sekgota's first goal in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League caused controversy when Tubatse United played to a 1-1 draw with Ditlou FC over the…
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Puso Dithejane in TS Galaxy colours
5 months ago

Dithejane shines as Galaxy beat Arrows; KZN Derby ends in stalemate

Putso Dithejane's stellar displays helped TS Galaxy secure a 2-1 win over Golden Arrows, while Richards Bay FC and Durban City FC settled for a 0-0 draw in…
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Tshediso Patjie during his stint with Sekhukhune United
5 months ago

Ex-Sekhukhune & Baroka midfielder Tshediso Patjie joins new club

Former Sekhukhune United and Baroka FC midfielder Tshediso Patjie has joined SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Tzaneen United. Patjie has been a free…
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Surprise Ralani during his stint at Mamelodi Sundowns
5 months ago

Ex-Sundowns and CT City midfielder Surprise Ralani lands coaching job

Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns and Cape Town City FC midfielder Surprise Ralani have secured a coaching gig at SAFA Northern Cape ABC Motsepe League side, Gaza United…
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Vuyo Mere during his stint at TS Galaxy
5 months ago

Vuyo Mere spotted at North West side

Former PSL defender Vuyo Mere has been spotted at SAFA North West ABC Motsepe League side Lethabong United FC. The 41-year-old officially hung up his boots…
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Coach Joel Masutha at Baroka Village
5 months ago

Joel Masutha lands new coaching gig

SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Musina United has roped in Joel Masutha as the club's new head coach for the 2025/26 campaign. This comes after Masutha…
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Nedbank Cup trophy
5 months ago

Motsepe Foundation Championship Nedbank Cup draw confirmed

The paths for Motsepe Foundation Championship clubs seeking a spot in the prestigious Nedbank Cup Last 32 have been drawn by the PSL, setting the stage for…
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Siphelele Ntshangase during his time at Black Leopards
5 months ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder joins new ABC Motsepe club

In a quick turnaround, former Kaizer Chiefs star Siphelele Ntshangase has found a new home in the Limpopo ABC Motsepe League, joining Mohlabile United. This…
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Phezulu FC players entering the pitch
5 months ago

Ex-Sundowns midfielder resurfaces at new club 

Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns and Bidvest Wits midfielder Jabulani Shongwe has resurfaced at a new club, Phezulu FC, in the SAFA Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League. The…
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