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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

Coach Mark Mayambela during his stint at Cape Town City FC
8 months ago

Mark Mayambela joins Mamelodi Sundowns  

Mamelodi Sundowns have roped in former Orlando Pirates and Bloemfontein Celtic dribbling wizard Mark Mayambela as their new Under-15 head coach. Mayambela…
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Abel Mabaso unveiled by AmaTuks
8 months ago

AmaTuks sign 18 new players, including Mabaso, Phewa, & Teto

Motsepe Foundation Championship side AmaTuks has completed a massive squad overhaul ahead of the new season, bringing in 18 new players, including Abel…
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Thero Setsile in action for Jwaneng Galaxy FC
8 months ago

Agent provides update on Botswana international amidst PSL move

Tshepo More, agent of Botswana international Thero Setsile, has provided an update on his client's future amid a potential move to the Betway Premiership.…
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Venda FC coach Clinton Larsen
8 months ago

Clinton Larsen explains why he rejected other offers for Venda FC

Venda FC head coach and academy director Clinton Larsen has disclosed why he rejected other offers to join the Limpopo Motsepe Foundation Championship side.…
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Former Sekhukhune United midfielder Tshediso Patjie
8 months ago

Why new PSL side decided not to sign Tshediso Patjie

The Bees FC head coach, Humphrey Mlwane, has explained why his side decided not to sign ex-Sekhukhune United and Baroka FC midfielder Tshediso Patjie. Patjie…
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Betway Premiership tie between Magesi FC and Mamelodi Sundowns at Seshego Stadium
8 months ago

Sundowns beat 10-man Magesi at Seshego Stadium 

Mamelodi Sundowns secured a 2-0 win over Magesi FC in a Betway Premiership encounter at a packed Seshego Stadium in Polokwane on Wednesday night. Dikwena Tsa…
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Bradley Cross during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
8 months ago

‘I’m improving’: Bradley Cross on adapting to his new role

Kaizer Chiefs defender Bradley Cross has reflected on his position change, discussing his transition from a centre-back to a left-back and how he's adapting…
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Mamelodi Sundowns strikers Iqraam Rayners and Lucas Ribeiro
8 months ago

Ramagalela names four strikers to look out for this season

Former PSL top goal-scorer Rodney Ramagalela has named four strikers he believes will be the players to watch in the South African elite league for the…
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Kaizer Chiefs defender Bradley Cross addressing members of the media
8 months ago

Bradley Cross opens up on criticism from Chiefs supporters

Kaizer Chiefs defender Bradley Cross has publicly addressed the criticism directed at him by the club's supporters, explaining how he has learned to benefit…
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Ndumiso Mabena during his stint at Royal AM
8 months ago

The Bees announce new signings, led by Ndumiso Mabena

The Bees have announced their squad for the upcoming 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship season, with veteran striker Ndumiso Mabena headlining the list…
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Stellenbosch FC left-back Omega Mdaka
8 months ago

‘Sometimes I do bad things’ – says ex-Chiefs DDC star

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] star Omega Mdaka has reflected on his start to the 2025/26 PSL season in Stellenbosch FC colours. The 21-year-old…
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Kamogelo Sebelebele in action for Orlando Pirates
8 months ago

Phumudzo Manenzhe on what Kamogelo Sebelebele brings to Pirates

Former Orlando Pirates striker Phumudzo Manenzhe has offered his thoughts on what versatile attacker Kamogelo Sebelebele to the Soweto giants. Sebelebele…
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