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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

Thabang Sibanyoni during Magesi FC's warm-up session
8 months ago

Maduka reveals reason for re-signing ex-Sundowns striker

John Maduka, the head coach of Magesi FC, has explained the club's decision to bring back former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Thabang Sibanyoni for the 2025/26…
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Njabulo Ngcobo unveiled by Cape Town City FC
8 months ago

Cape Town City rope in former Chiefs defender

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City FC has roped in former Kaizer Chiefs defender Njabulo Ngcobo. The move comes just two weeks after Ngcobo…
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Rowan Human unveiled by Albanian side FK Partizani FC
8 months ago

Rowan Human joins Albanian side FK Partizani FC

South African attacking midfielder Rowan Human has been announced as the latest signing for Albanian club FK Partizani FC, as first reported by FARPost.…
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Orlando Pirates against Marumo Gallants
8 months ago

Gallants stun Pirates in Betway Premiership tie

Marumo Gallants delivered a stunning upset on Tuesday night, defeating  Orlando Pirates 2-1 in a thrilling Betway Premiership match at the Dr Petrus Molemela…
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Former AmaZulu FC midfielder Celimpilo Ngema
8 months ago

Celimpilo Ngema and Thokozani Sibanyoni resurface at Kruger United

Talented midfielder Celimpilo Ngema and forward Thokozani Sibanyoni have resurfaced at Motsepe Foundation Championship side Kruger United ahead of the…
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Omega Mdaka in action for Stellenbosch FC
8 months ago

‘I felt sorry for him’: Steve Barker on ex-Chiefs defender

Stellenbosch FC mentor Steve Barker has revealed what he told his left-back, Omega Mdaka, who committed a penalty against his former side, Kaizer Chiefs,…
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Betway Premiership tie between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United
9 months ago

Mayambela on Pirates players: ‘They’re playing for TikTok’

Former Orlando Pirates dribbling wizard Mark Mayambela has called for greater professionalism from the club's players, stating that some appeared to be…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during a training session
9 months ago

CAF interclub participants to receive R1.7M financial boost

Clubs participating in the 2025/26 CAF interclub competitions are set to receive a R1.7 million financial boost for the preliminary round. The first leg of…
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Ashley Du Preez during Kaizer Chiefs training session
9 months ago

‘We have the best doctors in SA’: Chiefs coach on Du Preez’s injury

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef addressed Ashley Du Preez's injury, which the player sustained during the league tie against Stellenbosch…
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Betway Premiership tie between Stellenbosch FC and Kaizer Chiefs
9 months ago

Chiefs beat 10-man Stellenbosch in Nasreddine Nabi’s absence

Kaizer Chiefs kicked off their new season with a 2-0 victory over a 10-man Stellenbosch FC in a Betway Premiership tie at a sold-out Athlone Stadium on…
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Luther Singh offered contract extension by AEL Limassol
9 months ago

Luther Singh extends stay at AEL Limassol

South African left-winger Luther Singh has extended his contract with AEL Limassol, who compete in the Cyprus Elite League. Singh's new deal will see him…
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Simon van Duivenbooden unveiled by Cape Town City FC
9 months ago

Cape Town City acquire services of Dutch striker

Cape Town City FC have acquired the services of Dutch striker Simon van Duivenbooden ahead of the start of the 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship…
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