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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 players during a training session
12 months ago

Moeneeb Josephs singles out Chiefs’ dangerman ahead of Soweto Derby final

Former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs has singled out a Kaizer Chiefs player who he believes is "dangerous" and can cause problems for the…
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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro and Mandla Ncikazi
12 months ago

Ncikazi shares key observations on Riveiro’s three years at Pirates

Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has revealed his key observations about Jose Riveiro during the Spanish mentor's three-year tenure at the…
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Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Highlands Park FC
12 months ago

Highlands Park marching towards PSL return

Highlands Park FC's pursuit for a return to the PSL remains on track after winning the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League on Tuesday. The Lions of the North…
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Yusuf Maart during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
12 months ago

Chiefs legend questions Yusuf Maart’s leadership qualities

Kaizer Chiefs legend Marks Maponyane has delivered a scathing assessment of Yusuf Maart's captaincy, stating bluntly, "He has no leadership skills," amidst…
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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi
12 months ago

Miguel on the shared pressure facing Nabi and Chiefs players

Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has spoken on the shared pressure facing coach Nasreddine Nabi and the club's players following an inconsistent run of…
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Coach Thulani Nkosi during his stint at Upington City FC
12 months ago

Ex-Upington City coach sends message to ‘haters’

Ex-Upington City FC coach Thulani Nkosi has sent a message to his "haters" after guiding another SAFA Northern Cape side to the ABC Motsepe League National…
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Marumo Gallants winger Daniel Msendami during a post-match interview
12 months ago

What Daniel Msendami needed to settle in SA

Daniel Msendami's agent, Tshepo More, has revealed what his client needed to settle in SA and find his form, having joined Marumo Gallants from Botswana…
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Former Palmelense FC midfielder Simo Mbhele with the ball
12 months ago

Ex-Palmelense star Mbhele targets repeat 12-goal haul in Betway Prem

Former Palmelense FC midfielder Simo Mbhele has set his sights on replicating his once remarkable form in Portugal, where he netted 12 goals. He is aiming…
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Masindi Nemtajela in Marumo Gallants colours
12 months ago

Mbhalati reflects on Nemtajela’s Bafana call-up as Betway Prem clubs circle

Amidst reported interest from three Betway Premiership clubs, football agent Nimrod Mbhalati has shared his thoughts on his client, Masindi Nemtajela's,…
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Gastón Sirino of Kaizer Chiefs addressing the media
12 months ago

What Sirino told his wife ahead of Chiefs’ Nedbank Cup final clash

Kaizer Chiefs playmaker Gaston Sirino has shared what he said to his wife ahead of Saturday’s Nedbank Cup final. The Montevideo-born star is in his first…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro
12 months ago

Jose Riveiro highlights inspirational impact of Pirates star

Jose Riveiro has praised a standout Orlando Pirates player, emphasising his role as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring young talents within the team. The…
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Mamelodi Sundowns forward Peter Shalulile after being awarded the Man of the Match accolade
12 months ago

Why Peter Shalulile missed Sundowns’ clash with CT City

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has revealed why striker Peter Shalulile was not part of the Masandawana squad that locked horns with Cape Town…
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