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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

SAFA Free State ABC Motsepe League side Mangaung Unite lining up for a team picture

Mangaung Unite qualify for ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs 

Mangaung Unite have officially secured their spot in the SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs after being crowned the Free State overall champions over…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side lining up for a team picture

Orlando Pirates on track to secure DDC title

Orlando Pirates have taken a step further toward securing the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] title following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Magesi FC at the…
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Marumo Gallants head coach Jamil Benouahi addressing members of the media

Matome Mathiane coy on Jamil Benouahi’s absence at Gallants

Marumo Gallants assistant coach Matome Mathiane has refused to divulge much regarding Jamil Benouahi's future at Bahlabane ba Ntwa following their 1-1 draw…
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Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine

Chaine v Petersen: Who will reign supreme in Soweto Derby?

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has weighed in on the form of goalkeepers Sipho Chaine and Brandon Petersen ahead of the Betway Premiership Soweto Derby…
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Orlando Pirates players ahead of their Betway Premiership Soweto Derby tie

Pirates legend explains why this Soweto Derby carries extra weight

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has explained why Sunday's Betway Premiership Soweto Derby between the Buccaneers and Kaizer Chiefs carries more weight…
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Orlando Pirates players ahead of their first Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs

Pirates legend names key players to watch in Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has identified the key players he believes will dictate the tempo and outcome of the upcoming Betway Premiership Soweto…
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Seshego Stadium just outside Polokwane

Polokwane City forced to move Sundowns match to Seshego Stadium

Betway Premiership side Polokwane City FC have been forced to move their league match against defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns from Old Peter Mokaba…
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TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi

Tim Sukazi addresses the departure of Adnan Beganovic and Nermin Basic

TS Galaxy boss Tim Sukazi has addressed the departure of mentor Adnan Beganovic and his technical adviser, Nermin Basic, as the Rockets navigate a coaching…
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Khulumani Ndamane in action for Mamelodi Sundowns

What Miguel Cardoso said after Khulumani Ndamane costly mistake

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has reacted to the costly late blunder by Khulumani Ndamane, which saw the Brazilians drop two vital points…
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Coach Allan Freese during Magesi FC's training session

Freese urges caution as Magesi leapfrog rivals in relegation survival

Magesi FC head coach Allan Freese is refusing to get carried away despite his side taking a good step toward Betway Premiership survival on Sunday evening.…
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FC Ravens crowned SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League champions

FC Ravens secure ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs spot

FC Ravens have been crowned the SAFA Eastern Cape overall champions following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Old Grey in the provincial decider played…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side in celebratory mood

Pirates and Sundowns continue dominance in DDC title race

Orlando Pirates have solidified their top spot in the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC], while Mamelodi Sundowns are keeping up the pressure as both sides secured…
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