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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

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla and Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana

‘I felt that was not fair’: Lerumo Lions chairlady reacts to Siwahla’s departure

Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana has pulled no punches in reacting to recent comments made by Mkhanyiseli Siwahla following his departure from the…
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Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis during a training session

Desiree Ellis reacts to WAFCON postponement with mixed feelings

Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed a mix of frustration and optimism following the postponement of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations…
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Mduduzi Shabalala in action for Kaizer Chiefs

What Mdu Shabalala must fix to reach Rele Mofokeng’s level

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Tefu Mashamaite has identified a crucial area where Mduduzi Shabalala must sharpen his game in order to reach Relebohile…
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Phakamani Mahlambi during his stint at Mamelodi Sundowns

Phakamani Mahlambi’s move to Lerumo Lions hits a snag

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly attacker Phakamani Mahlambi’s move to Motsepe Foundation Championship side Lerumo Lions FC has hit a snag, FARPost can…
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Brendon Fourie in Stellenbosch FC colours

Stellenbosch CEO addresses Brendon Fourie’s exit, confirms Pirates move

Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob Benadie has addressed the departure of Brendon Fourie, with the club confirming that the experienced Head of Recruitment and Analysis…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla and Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana during a matchday

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla on Lerumo Lions chairlady’s reaction to his exit

Former Ajax Cape Town star Mkhanyiseli Siwahla has revealed the mixed emotions surrounding his departure from Lerumo Lions, specifically how chairlady…
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SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Nkowankowa Continental

ABC Motsepe wrap: Nkowankowa Continental finally end 15-match winless run

Nkowankowa Continental have finally tasted victory in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League, ending a 15-match winless streak over the weekend. They secured…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side lining up for a team picture

Pirates cement DDC top spot with dominant Orbit College win

Orlando Pirates have cemented their DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] top spot following a convincing  3-0 win over Orbit College FC on Sunday. The win at Olympia…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in action

Sundowns fall to Stade Malien but secure Champions League semi-final spot

Mamelodi Sundowns marched into the CAF Champions League semi-finals with a 3-2 aggregate victory, despite suffering a 2-0 defeat to Stade Malien of Mali in…
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Coach Allan Freese in Magesi FC colours

‘I have to work with what I’ve got’: Allan Freese as Magesi woes deepen

Magesi FC head coach Allan Freese has opened up about the uphill battle facing his side, who are struggling to find their footing in the Betway Premiership…
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Siphelele Mthembu in Dinoko City FC colours

Siphelele Mthembu resurfaces at ABC Motsepe League side

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates forward Siphelele Mthembu has resurfaced at a new club, joining Dinoko City FC in the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe…
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Nkosinathi Sibisi during Bafana Bafana's press conference

Broos stands by Sibisi, dismisses fan criticism as ‘trash’

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has come out in support of defender Nkosinathi Sibisi, following the social media backlash directed at the Orlando…
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