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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

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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MacBeth Sibaya in FC Ravens colours

FC Ravens coach applauds MacBeth Sibaya’s ‘huge’ impact

FC Ravens head coach Sibusiso Mapompo has shared his thoughts on the influence of the former Bafana Bafana international MacBeth Sibaya within the club's…
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Western Cape ABC Motsepe League side Hope FC

ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs semi-finalists confirmed

The 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs draw for the semi-finals was conducted on Thursday afternoon after the last round of group stage…
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Mpheni Defenders players lining up for a team picture

DAY 2: Mpheni sent packing in Motsepe League National Playoffs

The heat has been turned up at the SAFA 2025/26 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs, with day two delivering goals, and the tournament’s first casualty in…
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Craig Martin in celebratory mood after scoring for Hope FC

Hope FC coach explains Craig Martin’s key role

Hope FC head coach Dylan Deane has explained Craig Martin's key role at the club following the former PSL's satisfying displays at the ongoing SAFA ABC…
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Hope FC players celebrating with their fans

ABC Motsepe National Playoffs: Joy for NC Professionals, Hope FC on Day 1

The much-anticipated 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs officially kicked off on Tuesday, 2 June, delivering entertaining football at Mthatha…
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Thapelo Maseko

Luther Singh reveals how Thapelo Maseko settled at AEL Limassol

South African forward Luther Singh has opened up about how Bafana Bafana international Thapelo Maseko hit the ground running at Cypriot outfit AEL Limassol.…
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Lerumo Lions FC striker Ntuthuko Mlotshwa in celebratory mood

Mlotshwa reflects on Motsepe Foundation Championship Golden Boot triumph

Lerumo Lions FC forward Ntuthuko Mlotshwa has reflected on his historic campaign after finishing the 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship season as the…
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Bafana Bafana during a training session

‘We’re made to look like fools’: McKenzie on Bafana visa debacle

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has pulled no punches in his view of the SA Football Association [SAFA], labelling the recent Bafana…
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Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane in celebratory mood

Themba Zwane extends his stay at Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns' talismanic captain Themba Zwane is set to continue his legendary journey at Chloorkop after extending his stay with the reigning CAF…
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Luther Singh in action for AEL Limassol

Luther Singh breaks silence on Bafana Bafana World Cup snub

South African forward Luther Singh has broken his silence after being excluded from the Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana head…
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Marumo Gallants defender Marvin Sikhosana showing off his Betway Premiership Man of the Match award

Betway Premiership clubs chase Marumo Gallants’ Marvin Sikhosana

Several Betway Premiership clubs are chasing the signature of Marumo Gallants’ talented defender Marvin Sikhosana ahead of the upcoming season, FARPost can…
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