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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

Neo Rapoo in action for Amajita
11 months ago

What Andre Arendse makes of Neo Rapoo’s Amajita AFCON success

SuperSport United caretaker coach Andre Arendse has shared his evaluation of Neo Rapoo's performances following Amajita's triumph at the CAF 2025 AFCON…
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Aden McCarthy in action for Kaizer Chiefs
11 months ago

Aden McCarthy dedicates Chiefs debut to fallen star

Aden McCarthy's Kaizer Chiefs debut in Polokwane on Saturday carried a deeper meaning, as the defender dedicated his first appearance to a beloved fallen…
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Masindi Nemtajela in action for Marumo Gallants
11 months ago

Chiefs lose Nemtajela transfer battle to Pirates

Kaizer Chiefs have suffered a setback in their transfer plans as they have reportedly lost out to their Soweto rivals, Orlando Pirates, in the pursuit of…
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Orlando Pirates players in celebratory mood after scoring against TS Galaxy
11 months ago

Pirates to face SuperSport without key winger

Orlando Pirates will face SuperSport United in a Betway Premiership tie without the services of a key winger on Tuesday, 20 May 2025. The Buccaneers will…
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Western Cape ABC Motsepe side Hanover Park FC
11 months ago

Hanover Park progress to ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs

Hanover Park FC became the latest team to qualify for the ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs after being crowned the SAFA Western Cape overall champions…
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Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler
11 months ago

Tinkler picks Sundowns star for Player of the Season over Makgalwa

Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler has picked a Mamelodi Sundowns star for the Player of the Season award over Keletso Makgalwa. Makgalwa has been on…
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Glody Lilepo in action for Kaizer Chiefs
11 months ago

Sekhukhune and Chiefs settle for draw in Polokwane

Sekhukhune United and Kaizer Chiefs settled for a 1-1 draw in their Betway Premiership clash at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Saturday…
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Mamelodi Sundowns forward Arthur Sales holding a Betway Premiership Man of the Match award
11 months ago

Arthur Sales reflects on his first season in SA

Mamelodi Sundowns forward Arthur Sales has reflected on his first season in SA, having joined the Chloorkop-based outfit in July 2024. The 22-year-old…
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Themba Zwane in Mamelodi Sundowns colours
11 months ago

Why Themba Zwane was sidelined for Chippa game

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has explained why club captain Themba Zwane was sidelined for their Betway Premiership tie against Chippa United…
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The official PSL Logo
11 months ago

PSL promotional/relegation playoffs draw confirmed

The PSL have confirmed the official Promotional/Relegation Playoffs draw, with three teams vying for the coveted spot in the Betway Premiership. This draw…
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Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza addressing the media
11 months ago

Riveiro opens up on his relationship with Irvin Khoza

Departing Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has opened up on his relationship with the Buccaneers chairman Irvin Khoza during his three-year stint at the…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in celebratory mood
11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns clinch 8th consecutive PSL title

Mamelodi Sundowns have clinched their eighth consecutive PSL title after defeating Chippa United 3-0 at Buffalo City Stadium on Wednesday night. Bafana Ba…
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