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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

Mduduzi Mdantsane during his stint at Kaizer Chiefs

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mduduzi Mdantsane joins Phezulu FC

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mduduzi Mdantsane has joined a new club, Phezulu FC, in the SAFA Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League. The 31-year-old has been without…
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Lebogang Phiri unveiled by Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune United confirm Lebogang Phiri’s acquisition

Sekhukhune United have beefed up their squad in the current January transfer window with the acquisition of former Bafana Bafana midfielder Lebogang Phiri.…
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Khulumani Ndamane in Bafana Bafana colours

Khulumani Ndamane joins Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns have roped in Bafana Bafana international Khulumani Ndamane ahead of the second round of the 2025/26 PSL season. The talented defender…
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Kobamelo Kodisang during Mamelodi Sundowns' training session

Kobamelo Kodisang officially returns to Mamelodi Sundowns

The Portuguese top-flight side AVS Futebol SAD has confirmed the contract termination of South African winger Kobamelo Kodisang, who was at the club on a…
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Brayan Lèon in celebratory mood

Mamelodi Sundowns unveil Brayan Lèon

Betway Premiership defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns have unveiled Colombian forward Brayan Lèon. Lèon joins Bafana Ba Style from Colombian side…
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Anele Ngcongca during his stint at KRC Genk

‘He played big role in my career’: Patosi on Anele Ngcongca

Success in football is rarely a solo journey. For Ayanda Patosi, the blueprint for his rise was provided by the late Anele Ngcongca, whose mentorship and…
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Dženan Zajmović unveiled by Cape Town City FC

Cape Town City FC sign ex-TS Galaxy striker

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town City FC has acquired the services of former TS Galaxy frontman Dženan Zajmović. The 32-year-old forward joins…
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Teboho Mokoena in Bafana Bafana colours

What Teboho Mokoena is concerned about ahead of Cameroon tie

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena has disclosed what he is concerned about ahead of their AFCON Round of 16 tie against Cameroon at Agdal Medina…
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Sphephelo Sithole during Bafana Bafana training session

Sphephelo Sithole reveals future plans after AFCON tournament

Bafana Bafana international Sphephelo 'Yaya' Sithole has revealed his future plans after the CAF 2025 AFCON tournament, currently ongoing in Morocco. 'Yaya',…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi in Bafana Bafana colours

‘Yaya’ Sithole makes honest admission about Mbekezeli Mbokazi

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo 'Yaya' Sithole has made an honest admission about former Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi. The duo is currently…
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Khuliso Mudau during Mamelodi Sundowns training session

From rival to teammate: Basadien reflects on his toughest battles against Mudau

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Fawaaz Basadien has disclosed the reasons why he found Khuliso Mudau to be the toughest player to play against while he was still…
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Hugo Broos and Helman Mkhalele during a training session

Hugo Broos delivers brutal verdict on AFCON 2025 atmosphere

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has given his honest take on the ongoing CAF 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco, stating that it has "no vibe." The AFCON…
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