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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

Tshepo Matsemela during his stint at Magesi FC
1 year ago

‘He took me when I had nothing’: Matsemela on how Clinton Larsen revived his career

Former Magesi FC attacking midfielder Tshepo 'Jomo' Matsemela has spoken about how coach Clinton Larsen revived his football career when he was at his…
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Vuyo Mere and TS Galaxy head coach Adnan Beganovic in celebratory mood
1 year ago

Beganovic on Vuyo Mere’s absence amidst suspension talk

TS Galaxy head coach Adnan Beganovic has commented on the absence of legendary defender Vuyo Mere from the bench amidst talk that he is suspended. Mere has…
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Magesi FC coach Owen Da Gama with his technical team
1 year ago

Da Gama reveals what works to Magesi’s advantage at Seshego Stadium

Magesi FC head coach Owen Da Gama has disclosed what has been beneficial for them while playing at Seshego Stadium, after the club's sixth straight home…
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Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge side lining up for a team picture
1 year ago

Chiefs six points away from clinching DDC title

Kaizer Chiefs are now six points away from clinching their historic DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] title following their 3-1 win over Richards Bay FC on…
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Kaizer Chiefs defender Given Msimango during the club's training session
1 year ago

Nabi explains Given Msimango’s absence against Chippa

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why defender Given Msimango was not part of the team that played against Chippa United on Saturday…
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Injured Burnley FC frontman Lyle Foster
1 year ago

Burnley coach provides latest update on Lyle Foster injury

Burnley FC coach Scott Parker has provided the latest update on the injury of the Bafana Bafana forward Lyle Foster. Parker spoke ahead of Burnley's…
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Lucas Suarez walking on the Loftus pitch
1 year ago

Miguel Cardoso’s stance on Lucas Suarez ahead of Al Ahly clash

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has shared his stance on Lucas Suarez, whose error gifted Kaizer Chiefs a goal on Sunday ahead of the CAF Champions…
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Stellenbosch FC players heading into the pitch
1 year ago

Stellenbosch FC receive major boost ahead of Simba SC clash

Stellenbosch FC have received a major boost ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup first-leg semi-final clash against Simba SC at the weekend. The Cape…
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George Maluleka and Lehlohonolo Nonyane in action for Kruger United
1 year ago

How George Maluleka and Lehlohonolo Nonyane inspire Tabiso Mpame

Tabiso Mpame has highlighted the significant influence that Kruger United's veteran players, George Maluleka and Lehlohonolo Nonyane, have had on him…
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Plateau United player Vincent Temitope holding his award
1 year ago

Nigerian player stabbed by fan; club fined R70,000

A violent incident marred a Nigerian Premier League match as Plateau United's Vincent Temitope was stabbed in the neck by a Nasarawa United fan, resulting in…
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KZN ABC Motsepe League side Midlands Wanderers players celebrating
1 year ago

Midlands Wanderers secure provincial playoffs spot, set for Mkhambathi clash

As curtains came down in the SAFA KZN ABC Motsepe League over the weekend, Midlands Wanderers booked their spot in the provincial playoffs, where they face…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during the team's warm-up
1 year ago

Mbesuma reveals approach Chiefs must take against Sundowns

Former Kaizer Chiefs lethal striker Collins Mbesuma has revealed the approach Amakhosi must take against Mamelodi Sundowns in Sunday's Nedbank Cup semi-final…
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