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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

Janine van Wyk conducting a training session at JVW FC
7 months ago

Banyana legend lands coaching role in Sweden

Banyana Banyana stalwart Janine van Wyk has secured a new overseas coaching position, having been appointed as the assistant coach for Sweden’s Kristianstads…
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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos
7 months ago

Broos names final Bafana squad for crucial World Cup qualifiers

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has named his final squad for the two crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Rwanda this month. The…
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Vuyo Mere on the touchline
7 months ago

‘Maybe someone will open the door’: Mere on life after football

Former PSL defender Vuyo Mere has reflected on life after football. The 41-year-old officially hung up his boots five months ago. Mere called time on his…
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Hugo Nyame during his stint with Royal AM
7 months ago

Hugo Nyame resurfaces at Limpopo side

Ex-Royal AM goalkeeper Hugo Nyame has resurfaced at Limpopo side Magesi FC, where he is set to reunite with his former coach John Maduka. The veteran…
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AmaZulu FC players lining up for a team picture
7 months ago

AmaZulu set to face Chiefs without key midfielder

AmaZulu FC are set to battle it out with Kaizer Chiefs in their Betway Premiership showdown without a key midfielder on Wednesday at the FNB Stadium in…
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Boitumelo Radiopane in action for Orlando Pirates
7 months ago

What former Pirates forward likes about Boitumelo Radiopane

Former Orlando Pirates forward Lehlohonolo Majoro has disclosed what he likes about the club's promising striker Boitumelo Radiopane. Radiopane was…
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Coach Thomas Nare at Baroka FC Village
7 months ago

Ex-Baroka and Sundowns coach opens up on AmaTuks move

Ex-Baroka FC and Mamelodi Sundowns coach Thomas Nare has opened up on his move to Motsepe Foundation Championship side AmaTuks for the 2025/26 season. Coach…
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Thabang Matuludi in action for Polokwane City FC
7 months ago

PLK City coach makes bold Thabang Matuludi claim

Polokwane City FC Head Coach Phuti Mohafe has made a bold assertion about defender Thabang Matuludi, hailing his quality after a string of satisfying…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players celebrating after scoring against Magesi FC in their Betway Premiership clash at Lucas Moripe Stadium
7 months ago

Rayners strikes twice as Sundowns go top of Betway Premiership table 

Mamelodi Sundowns soared to the top of the Betway Premiership table after a commanding 3-0 victory over Magesi FC at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Sunday, with…
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Raja Club Athletic head coach Fadlu Davids
7 months ago

Fadlu Davids reveals his objectives as Raja head coach 

Former Simba SC coach Fadlu Davids has revealed his objectives following his reunion with Raja Club Athletic as the club's new head coach. The South African…
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Ebrahim Seedat unveiled by Motsepe Foundation Championship side Kruger United
7 months ago

Ebrahim Seedat finds new home

Experienced defender Ebrahim Seedat has found a new home in the Motsepe Foundation Championship, signing a deal with Kruger United. The well-travelled…
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Outgoing Simba SC coach Fadlu Davids
7 months ago

Fadlu Davids opens up on Simba exit and new chapter with Raja

Following a high-profile move from Tanzanian powerhouse Simba SC to Moroccan giants Raja Club Athletic, coach Fadlu Davids has opened up on his decision to…
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