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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 Senior Journalist & Social Media Liaison SAFJA-Accredited | 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional specializing in high-stakes reporting on South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial member at FARPost, where he bridges the gap between breaking news and deep-dive analysis. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his career in 2018 with a focus on rigorous research and monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost team in September 2020, he has evolved from a researcher into a prominent voice in soccer journalism, recognized for providing unique “Information Gain” on player movements and tactical shifts in the Betway Premiership (PSL) and Motsepe Foundation Championship (NFD).

Mauwane Raophala

Mamelodi Sundowns players in celebratory mood
1 year 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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Lyle Foster with his Burnely FC teammates
1 year ago

Lyle Foster reacts to Burnley FC’s record-breaking season

Bafana Bafana international Lyle Foster has reacted to Burnley FC's record-breaking season in the English Football League [EFL] Championship. Burnley…
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Chippa United players celebrating after scoring a goal
1 year ago

Chippa to be without two key players for Sundowns clash

Chippa United will be without two of their key players for their midweek Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns. The Chilli Boys will face…
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Sibusiso Vilakazi during his time at Mamelodi Sundowns
1 year ago

Themba Zwane opens up about Sibusiso Vilakazi’s support

Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane has opened up about how his former teammate Sibusiso Vilakazi supported him during his injury layoff. 'Mshishi', as he…
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Tshepo Matsemela during his Magesi FC stint
1 year ago

Tshepo Matsemela opens up on Magesi FC departure

Talented attacking midfielder Tshepo Matsemela has opened up about his departure from Magesi FC, having played an important role in helping the team gain…
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Nedbank Cup champions Kaizer Chiefs
1 year ago

Motaung explains Chiefs’ need to bolster squad

Kaizer Chiefs football manager Bobby Motaung has revealed that the club plans to bolster its squad as they prepare for continental football. Chiefs return to…
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North West ABC Motsepe League side Thames FC
1 year ago

Thames secure big win to keep playoffs qualification hopes alive

Thames FC secured a 4-0 win over Real Movers to keep their SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs qualification hopes alive this past weekend. The North…
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SAFA president Danny Jordaan
1 year ago

SAFA addresses allegations of R10 million payment to Jordaan

SAFA has addressed claims that Danny Jordaan, its president, was paid R10 million by the association in 2020, allegedly without NEC consent. The SA football…
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Betway Premiership tie between Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch FC at Lucas Moripe Stadium
1 year ago

Sundowns one point away from clinching PSL title

Mamelodi Sundowns are one point away from clinching their eighth consecutive PSL title following their 3-0 win over Stellenbosch FC on Sunday afternoon. The…
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Brandon Petersen during Kaizer Chiefs warm-up
1 year ago

Why Nabi opted to start with Petersen over Bvuma in Nedbank final 

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why he chose to start with Brandon Petersen between the sticks over Bruce Bvuma in the Nedbank Cup…
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16-year-old prodigy Junior Phiri
1 year ago

16-year-old prodigy attracts PSL clubs after Pirates Cup masterclass

A 16-year-old prodigy, Junior Phiri, has attracted interest from PSL clubs following two standout performances in the Pirates Cup, where he earned Man of the…
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Nasreddine Nabi of Kaizer Chiefs and Jose Riveiro of Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

How Chiefs & Pirates could line up in the Nedbank Cup final

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are set to clash in the Nedbank Cup final on Saturday afternoon, a match of great significance for both teams. Kick-off is…
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