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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

Emile Witbooi on national duty

Raymond Mdaka explains Emile Witbooi’s delayed arrival at Amajita camp

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka has explained why Cape Town City FC star Emile Witbooi will arrive late for the South Africa Under-20 national team camp.…
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Daniel Msendami in celebratory mood after scoring for Orlando Pirates

Right call or mistake? Pirates legend reacts to Daniel Msendami’s loan to Gallants

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has weighed in on whether loaning Zimbabwean international Daniel Msendami to Marumo Gallants was the right move for the…
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Ronnie Kanalelo addressing members of the media during his stint at African Stars

Marumo Gallants appoint Phuti Mohafe’s successor

As previously reported by FARPost this morning, Betway Premiership side Marumo Gallants have officially confirmed the appointment of Ronnie Kanalelo as the…
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Thuso Moleleki holding the MTN8 title during his stint at Orlando Pirates

Ex-Pirates midfielder Thuso Moleleki signs for Kruger United

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Thuso Moleleki has officially completed a move to Betway Premiership side Kruger United as a free agent. The 26-year-old…
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CAF Confederation Cup tie between Durban City FC and Rukinzo FC

Durban City march on in Africa: Key takeaways from Rukinzo win

Durban City FC have secured safe passage to the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup following a 2-1 victory over Burundi’s Rukinzo FC on…
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Brandon Petersen in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Da Cruz makes feelings clear on Petersen’s Chiefs error

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz has made his feelings clear about Brandon Petersen’s latest costly blunder after Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Polokwane…
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Betway Premiership tie between Polokwane City FC and Kaizer Chiefs

Chiefs’ goalkeeping woes continue in Polokwane City draw

Kaizer Chiefs captain Brandon Petersen’s costly blunder against Polokwane City marked the third time this season that one of his errors had led to a goal.…
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Orlando Pirates players during a warm-up session

What Pirates need to eliminate La Cure Waves in CAF Champions League

Orlando Pirates have left themselves with little room for error in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie against La Cure Waves.…
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Thalente Mbatha in Orlando Pirates colours

Pirates issue injury updates on Nkosinathi Sibisi, Thalente Mbatha & Evidence Makgopa 

Betway Premiership defending champions Orlando Pirates have issued injury updates on the club captain Nkosinathi Sibisi, midfielder Thalente Mbatha and…
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Bheki Mabuza when he was officially unveiled by Orlando Pirates

Pirates legend gives reasons behind Bheki Mabuza’s signing

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has weighed in on the club’s latest signing, explaining the tactical and strategic reasons behind the acquisition of…
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Aden McCarthy in action against Manchester United

Ex-Bafana defenders deliver verdict on Aden McCarthy’s UEFA Champions League debut

Former Bafana Bafana defenders Nasief Morris and Bongani Khumalo have offered their assessment of Aden McCarthy’s UEFA Champions League debut for Azerbaijani…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during a training session

Dillan Solomons identifies crucial lesson from Kaizer Chiefs’ past stumble

Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillan Solomons has pinpointed the exact turning point where Amakhosi lost momentum in the Betway Premiership last season, issuing a…
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