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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

Polokwane City FC DDC side in action

PLK City FC found guilty for fielding ineligible players against Pirates 

Polokwane City FC have been found guilty by the PSL for fielding two ineligible players against Orlando Pirates in their DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] fixture…
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Senegal lift AFCON title

Senegal set to appeal CAF decision over stripped AFCON title

The Senegalese Football Federation [FSF] has announced its intention to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport [CAS] following a decision by CAF to…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla during Cape Town Spurs Under-18 training session

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla opens up on Cape Town Spurs move

Former PSL star Mkhanyiseli Siwahla has opened on his return to his boyhood club, Cape Town Spurs FC, following his stint with the Motsepe Foundation…
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Mathaithai FC players lining up for a team picture

Unpaid grants row: SAFA reacts to Mathaithai FC’s league withdrawal

SAFA Free State has commented on Mathaithai FC's withdrawal from the provincial ABC Motsepe League with the club citing years of unpaid grants by the SA…
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Chippa United's Sinoxolo Kwayiba during a post-match interview

‘He’ll find his rhythm’: Vilakazi maintains faith in Sinoxolo Kwayiba

Chippa United head coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi has weighed in on Sinoxolo Kwayiba's lack of killer instinct in front of goal in the last three matches they have…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in celebratory mood

Triple blow for Sundowns ahead of Gallants clash

Mamelodi Sundowns will be without three key players for their crucial Betway Premiership encounter against Marumo Gallants on Tuesday night. Masandawana are…
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SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Free Agents FC

Tembisa Hollywood Thunder turn up heat as Free Agents drop crucial points 

The race for the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League title has intensified after a weekend full of action that saw the gap at the top of the table narrow to just…
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Mamelodi Sundowns DDC players in celebratory mood

Sundowns hit six past Orbit College to level points with Pirates 

Mamelodi Sundowns’ DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] side sent a strong message to their title rivals, Orlando Pirates, after hammering Orbit College FC 6-1 on…
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Asanele Velebayi in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Asanele Velebayi outlines personal ambitions at Chiefs 

Kaizer Chiefs attacker Asanele Velebayi has laid out a roadmap for his tenure at Naturena, opening up about the personal milestones he is determined to hit…
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Magesi FC head coach Allan Freese

‘I’m supposed to be fired’: Allan Freese

Following a dismal run of form that has left Magesi FC reeling, veteran tactician Allan Freese took a remarkably candid stance on his future. Amidst mounting…
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Olisa Ndah during his unveiling at Stellenbosch FC

Gavin Hunt addresses frustrating Olisa Ndah debut delay

Stellenbosch FC coach Gavin Hunt has voiced his frustration over the delayed debut of Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah, revealing the cause of the setback. The…
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Grant Kekana in Bafana Bafana colours

Grant Kekana reacts to Bafana Bafana snub

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana has reacted to his omission from the Bafana Bafana preliminary squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and…
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