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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

Tshediso Patjie during his stint with Sekhukhune United
6 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
6 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
6 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
6 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
6 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
6 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
6 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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Langelihle Mhlongo unveiled by AmaZulu FC
6 months ago

AmaZulu bolster squad with signing of midfielder

Betway Premiership side AmaZulu FC has bolstered its squad for the remainder of the 2025/26 campaign with the signing of attacking midfielder Langelihle…
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Stellenbosch FC players
6 months ago

Why Polokwane? Stellenbosch FC reveal reasoning behind CAF venue decision

Stellenbosch FC has revealed the main reason for moving their CAF Confederation Cup group stage encounter against AS Otohô to the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in…
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Cape Town Spurs FC head coach Nasief Morris
6 months ago

CT Spurs begin life in ABC Motsepe League in style 

Cape Town Spurs, under the tutelage of ex-Bafana Bafana international Nasief Morris, began life in the SAFA Western ABC Motsepe League in style after their…
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Percy Tau in action for Bafana Bafana
6 months ago

Teboho Mokoena reveals why he dedicates 50th Bafana cap to Percy Tau

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena has revealed why he dedicated his 50th Bafana Bafana cap to Percy Tau, following Bafana Bafana's 3-1 victory over…
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Ayanda Patosi in action for Bafana Bafana
6 months ago

Former Bafana and CT City midfielder signs for new club

Former Bafana Bafana and Cape Town City FC midfielder Ayanda Patosi has signed for the ambitious SAFA Western Cape ABC Motsepe League side, Hope FC. The…
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