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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

ES Tunis v Mamelodi Sundowns in CAF Champions League

Miguel Cardoso secures win against former employers, ES Tunis 

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso walked away with a hard-fought 1-0 win against his former employers, Espérance, in the first leg of their CAF…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side players in action

Pirates cement DDC top spot as Sundowns refuse to back down

Orlando Pirates have cemented their top spot in the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC], but Mamelodi Sundowns are refusing to back down, keeping the pressure firmly…
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Rivaldo Coetzee in action for Sekhukhune United against Magesi FC at New Peter Mokaba Stadium

Rivaldo Coetzee reflects on ‘tough’ Sekhukhune debut

Sekhukhune United’s new signing Rivaldo Coetzee has opened up about his first appearance for Babina Noko following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Magesi…
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Sipho Chaine during Orlando Pirates' training session

Zothwane details tactics used to overcome Sipho Chaine in goal

Richards Bay FC co-coach Papi Zothwane has detailed the tactical approach his side applied to breach Orlando Pirates’ defensive wall and beat Sipho Chaine in…
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Aubrey Modiba in Mamelodi Sundowns colours

Aubrey Modiba suspension: Here’s how many games he’ll miss

Mamelodi Sundowns are set to face Espérance Sportive de Tunis [ES Tunis] in their crucial CAF Champions League semi-final first-leg tie without the services…
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Thabo September during his stint at Chippa United

Thabo September set to launch Komani United women’s team 

Former PSL defender Thabo September is expanding his 'football empire' in the Eastern Cape. The retired footballer-turned-coach is set to launch Komani…
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Chippa United players lining up for a team picture

Chippa hit with FIFA transfer ban over Luc Eymael payment

Betway Premiership outfit Chippa United have been hit with a FIFA transfer ban for failing to comply with financial obligations owed to former coach Luc…
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Nedbank Cup trophy in display

PSL announce Nedbank Cup final venue

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] has officially announced the venue for the 2025/26 Nedbank Cup final following the conclusion of the semi-final action this…
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Isaac Cissé during Golden Arrows' training session

‘All these talks can be dangerous’: Mngqithi clarifies benching Isaac Cissé

Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has opened up on the decision to bench Ivorian teenage sensation Isaac Cissé during their heavy 5-0 defeat to…
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Motsepe Foundation Championship side Lerumo Lions XI

Lerumo Lions chairlady reflects on debut season in Motsepe Foundation Championship 

Lerumo Lions FC chairlady Sibongile Marokana has reflected on her side's performance in their debut campaign in the Motsepe Foundation Championship. Lerumo…
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Amajimbos players in celebratory mood

Amajimbos learn 2026 AFCON U-17 opponents

Amajimbos have learned the opponents they will face in the 2026 CAF Under-17 AFCON tournament after the group stage draw on Wednesday. The draw took place in…
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Relebohile Mofokeng in action for Orlando Pirates

Mokoena identifies Relebohile Mofokeng’s ‘perfect’ replacement at Pirates

Former Orlando Pirates star Lebohang Mokoena has identified the "perfect" replacement for Relebohile Mofokeng should the Bafana Bafana international secure a…
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