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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

Fagrie Lakay officially unveiled by Cleopatra FC on a permanent deal
9 months ago

Fagrie Lakay completes permanent move to Cleopatra

Former Cape Town City FC frontman Fagrie Lakay has completed a permanent move to Egyptian side Cleopatra FC from the 2024/25 CAF Champions League winners,…
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Former AmaZulu FC goalkeeper Veli Mothwa
9 months ago

Veli Mothwa and Prince Nxumalo join Amatuks

Motsepe Foundation Championship side AmaTuks continues to bolster their squad with the addition of seasoned goalkeeper Veli Mothwa and striker Prince…
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Gabriela Salgado with her Banyana Banyana teammates
9 months ago

Gabriela Salgado speaks for the first time after horrific leg injury

Banyana Banyana's Gabriela Salgado has spoken for the first time following her horrific leg injury on Tuesday during their CAF 2024 WAFCON semi-final tie…
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Thapelo Mokobodi in action for Marumo Gallants
9 months ago

Stellenbosch agree terms with Gallants for Thapelo Mokobodi

Stellenbosch FC have reached an agreement with Marumo Gallants for the transfer of talented midfielder Thapelo Mokobodi, FARPost has learnt. The Cape…
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Kaitano Tembo while at Sekhukhune United
9 months ago

Kaitano Tembo snubs Durban City to stay put at Sekhukhune

Kaitano Tembo declined an offer to join Gavin Hunt's coaching staff at newly promoted Durban City FC. Tembo was targeted for a reunion with Hunt, who brought…
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Motsepe Foundation Championship side Kruger United
9 months ago

Kruger United players frustrated over unpaid salaries

Kruger United players are left frustrated due to unpaid salaries from the last campaign, as the 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship is fast approaching.…
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Kobamelo Kodisang unveiled by AVS Futebol SAD
9 months ago

‘It feels like I never left’: Kodisang on his return to Portugal

South African winger Kobamelo Kodisang has spoken candidly about his return to Portugal after a challenging and ultimately unsuccessful spell with Mamelodi…
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Thabo Makhele of Chippa United at Lesotho
9 months ago

Makhele spotted at Siwelele, decisions made on Mkhwanazi & Mngonyama

Former Chippa United reliable defender Thabo Makhele was spotted at the newly acquired Siwelele FC, with decisions seemingly made regarding Kwanda Mngonyama…
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Olerato Mandi unveiled by Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune United
9 months ago

Olerato Mandi joins Sekhukhune United in latest squad boost

Sekhukhune United have further strengthened their squad for the upcoming 2025/26 PSL season by securing the services of midfielder Olerato Mandi. This…
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Thembi Kgatlana in action for Banyana Banyana
9 months ago

Thembi Kgatlana breaks silence on Banyana WAFCON withdrawal

Experienced forward Thembi Kgatlana has broken her silence following her withdrawal from the Banyana Banyana squad for the CAF 2024 WAFCON tournament, which…
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Tylon Smith in Amajita colours
9 months ago

Tylon Smith completes ‘landmark’ England move from Stellenbosch

Tylon Smith, the highly-touted defender from Stellenbosch FC, has completed his 'landmark' transfer to England, a move the PSL side hailed as a significant…
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Stellenbosch FC and Amajita star Faiz Abrahams unveiled by Israeli side
9 months ago

Stellenbosch FC youngster joins Hapoel Kfar Saba

Stellenbosch FC's exciting winger, Faiz Abrahams, has officially made the switch to Israeli Liga Leumit side, Hapoel Kfar Saba, ahead of the new season. The…
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