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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

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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Buhle Mkhwanazi unveiled by Siwelele FC
9 months ago

Four new players join Siwelele FC

Siwelele FC have announced the signings of four new players, Buhle Mkhwanazi, Relebogile Mokhuoane, Thabo Makhele and Wayde Lekay, just two days before the…
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Sammy Seabi unveiled by Chippa United
9 months ago

Sammy Seabi and Goodman Mosele return to Chippa United

Betway Premiership side Chippa United have officially unveiled experienced midfielders Sammy Seabi and Goodman Mosele, who are returning to the club for…
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Cape Town City FC unveil Dutch goalkeeper Mickey van der Hart
9 months ago

Cape Town City FC sign Dutch goalkeeper

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City FC has signed Dutch goalkeeper Mickey van der Hart as the start of the new season is fast approaching.…
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Siyabonga Mabena in celebratory mood after scoring for Mamelodi Sundowns
9 months ago

Ngwenya compares Sundowns teen sensation to Mofokeng

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Manqoba Ngwenya has made a bold claim, stating that Siyabonga Mabena, has the potential to match the skills and impact of…
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Abdoulaye Mariko in action for Orlando Pirates
9 months ago

What it means for Abdoulaye Mariko to represent Pirates

Orlando Pirates' new signing Abdoulaye Mariko has disclosed what it means to represent the Buccaneers following his debut for the club against Polokwane City…
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Naeem Amoojee during his stint at Leruma United
9 months ago

Ex-Baroka and Swallows striker finds new home

FARPost has it on good authority that ex-Baroka FC and Moroka Swallows frontman Naeem Amoojee has been roped in by Motsepe Foundation Championship club…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during a training session
9 months ago

Former star reveals what Chiefs must do to challenge for trophies

Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Justice Sithole has shared his thoughts on what the club needs to do to become a major trophy contender again in the new season.…
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Oswin Appollis during Orlando Pirates' warm-up session
9 months ago

Oswin Appollis on Pirates move: ‘I didn’t hesitate’

Orlando Pirates' new signing Oswin Appollis has opened up about his recent move to the club from Polokwane City FC, stating his immediate willingness to join…
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Ndumiso Mabena during his time at Orlando Pirates
9 months ago

Ndumiso Mabena and Tshediso Patjie training with new PSL side

Veteran striker Ndumiso Mabena and midfielder Tshediso Patjie are training with new PSL side The Bees FC, with the hope of securing deals for the 2025/26…
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Miguel Timm during Sekhukhune United warm-up
9 months ago

Tinkler weighs in on Timm and Grobler’s Sekhukhune debuts

Sekhukhune United mentor Eric Tinkler has shared his thoughts on the debut displays of veteran striker Bradley Grobler and former Orlando Pirates midfielder…
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Sekhukhune United v TS Galaxy
9 months ago

Tinkler ‘disappointed’ with how Sekhukhune conceded against TS Galaxy 

Despite having booked their semi-final spot in the MTN8 tournament, Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler expressed his "disappointment" with how his…
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