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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

Luke Le Roux during his stint at Portsmouth FC

Portsmouth coach speaks out on Bafana midfielder Luke Le Roux’s departure

Portsmouth FC head coach John Mousinho has spoken out following the departure of Bafana Bafana midfielder Luke Le Roux from the English Championship side.…
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Faiz Abrahams with Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando da Cruz

Fernando Da Cruz highlights two key traits Faiz Abrahams brings to Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has highlighted two key attributes that new signing Faiz Abrahams brings to the Amakhosi attack following his…
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Goalkeeper Brandon Petersen in action for Kaizer Chiefs

‘Brandon Petersen will get there again’: Ronwen Williams defends under-fire PSL goalkeepers

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has leapt to the defence of PSL shot-stoppers, including Kaizer Chiefs' under-fire star Brandon Petersen,…
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Orlando Pirates duo of Yanela Mbuthuma and Boitumelo Radiopane in celebratory mood

Majoro explains why Mbuthuma and Radiopane’s rotation works for Pirates

Ex-Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has weighed in on the striking options at the Soweto giants, explaining why the tactical rotation between…
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Betway Premiership tie between Mamelodi Sundowns and Milford FC

Sundowns edge Milford to stretch PSL record unbeaten home streak

Mamelodi Sundowns extended a PSL-record unbeaten home streak following a 2-0 victory over Milford FC in their Betway Premiership clash at Loftus Versfeld…
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Hugo Broos with Helman Mkhalele in stands

Pitso Mosimane points to Carlo Ancelotti to explain decision on Helman Mkhalele

Newly unveiled Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has cited Brazil mentor Carlo Ancelotti when addressing the future of assistant coach Helman Mkhalele,…
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Shaun Chawane during his stint with the now-defunct Mamelodi Sundowns' feeder team M Tigers

Kruger United bolster defence with Shaun Chawane signing

Betway Premiership newcomers Kruger United have completed the signing of promising centre-back Shaun Chawane to strengthen their defensive department for the…
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Edmilson Chaney in Hope FC colours

OFFICIAL: Edmilson Chaney leaves Hope FC for Orlando Pirates

Betway Premiership reigning champions Orlando Pirates have completed the signing of highly-rated attacker Edmilson Chaney from Motsepe Foundation…
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Yanela Mbuthuma during Orlando Pirates' warm-up session

Lehlohonolo Majoro explains why Yanela Mbuthuma is key for Pirates

Ex-Orlando Pirates frontman Lehlohonolo Majoro has explained why Yanela Mbuthuma remains a key player in the Buccaneers' setup despite the recent backlash…
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Bongani Zungu officially unveiled by indian side Malappuram FC

Former Bafana star Bongani Zungu joins Indian side Malappuram 

Former Bafana Bafana star Bongani Zungu has completed a shock move to Indian outfit Malappuram FC as a free agent following his departure from AmaZulu FC at…
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MTN8 semi-final second leg tie between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United

Seven takeaways as Pirates reach historic fifth straight MTN8 final

Orlando Pirates made history on Saturday afternoon by becoming the first-ever team to reach five consecutive MTN8 finals after defeating Sekhukhune United…
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Golden Arrows players in celebratory mood after scoring

How Arrows can frustrate Sundowns: Lehlohonolo Majoro weighs in

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has weighed in on how Golden Arrows can frustrate Mamelodi Sundowns in their MTN8…
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