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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

Kaizer Chiefs Ladies launch
3 weeks ago

Kaizer Motaung explains vision behind Kaizer Chiefs Ladies team

Kaizer Chiefs chairman, Kaizer Motaung, has explained the vision behind the club’s long-awaited move into women’s football, describing it as a commitment to…
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Kaizer Chiefs Ladies launched
3 weeks ago

BREAKING NEWS: Kaizer Chiefs launch women’s team

Kaizer Chiefs have officially ventured into women’s football, unveiling their newly formed ladies' side in Daveyton on Tuesday. The move marks a historic…
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Sabelo Radebe in Lerumo Lions colours
3 weeks ago

Why Lerumo Lions roped in ex-Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe 

Lerumo Lions boss Sibongile Marokana has opened up on the decision to sign former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe in the second round of the Motsepe…
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Lyle Foster in Bafana Bafana colours
3 weeks ago

‘He’s our powerhouse’: Ronwen Williams issues strong defence of Lyle Foster

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has come out in defence of striker Lyle Foster, describing him as the national team’s "powerhouse" despite a recent dry…
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FC Ravens players in celebratory mood
3 weeks ago

Old Grey set Provincial Playoffs date with FC Ravens

Old Grey and FC Ravens have secured their spots in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League Provincial Playoffs following a final weekend of amateur league…
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Kaizer Chiefs DDC side celebrating after scoring against Orlando Pirates DDC team in a Soweto Derby tie
3 weeks ago

DDC Wrap: 10-man Chiefs claim Soweto Derby bragging rights

Kaizer Chiefs displayed huge character to overcome an early red card and deficit, fighting back to secure a 2-1 victory over Orlando Pirates in an…
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Nkanyiso Zungu with Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana
3 weeks ago

How Nkanyiso Zungu’s move unfolded: Lerumo Lions chairlady explains

Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana has shed light on how ex-Orlando Pirates midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu’s move to the club unfolded following his sudden…
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Themba Zwane in action for Bafana Bafana against Panama
3 weeks ago

Bafana coach explains why Themba Zwane started against Panama 

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has shed light on his decision to start veteran midfielder Themba Zwane in the 1-1 international friendly draw against…
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Ime Okon singing South African national anthem
4 weeks ago

Hugo Broos delivers verdict on Ndamane and Okon pairing 

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos delivered his candid verdict on the defensive pairing of Khulumani Ndamane and Ime Okon following South Africa’s 1-1 draw…
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International friendly game between Bafana Bafana and Panama
4 weeks ago

Bafana Bafana held by Panama in World Cup warm-up

Bafana Bafana and Panama played out to a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the first of two international friendlies at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on…
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Renaldo Leaner in action for Bafana Bafana
4 weeks ago

What Ronwen Williams makes of Renaldo Leaner’s qualities 

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has shared his thoughts on the qualities of Sekhukhune United shot-stopper Renaldo Leaner, who received his second…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla and Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana
4 weeks ago

‘I felt that was not fair’: Lerumo Lions chairlady reacts to Siwahla’s departure

Lerumo Lions chairlady Sibongile Marokana has pulled no punches in reacting to recent comments made by Mkhanyiseli Siwahla following his departure from the…
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