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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

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Kruger United
1 year ago

The reason behind Kruger United’s impressive form

Kruger United right-winger Tabiso Mpame has disclosed the reason behind the team's remarkable form in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.  Kruger, who were…
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Simba SC head coach Fadlu Davids
1 year ago

Fadlu Davids wins another accolade in Tanzania

SA coach Fadlu Davids has won another accolade in the Tanzanian top-flight following a good run with Simba SC. Davids has been named the NBC Premier League…
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Amajita players in celebratory mood
1 year ago

Campbell omitted as Mbokazi, Vilakazi headline SA U-20 AFCON squad

Coach Raymond Mdaka has announced his final Amajita squad for the CAF 2025 AFCON Under-20 tournament set to be held in Egypt. The SA U-20 coach, Mdaka,…
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Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker in celebratory mood
1 year ago

Barker reacts to SA teams’ strong performance in CAF inter-club competitions

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker reacted to SA teams' strong performance in the CAF inter-club competitions after the conclusion of the Champions…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi in action for Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

Pirates to face Pyramids in CAF Champions League semi-finals

Orlando Pirates have set a CAF Champions League semi-final date with Pyramids FC following a 1-0 win over MC Alger on aggregate. The Soweto giants managed to…
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Ronwen Williams of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and AmaZulu FC on the 11 March 2025 at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville
1 year ago

Sundowns goalie Ronwen Williams: ‘I had a feeling this year it’s ours’

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper and captain Ronwen Williams exuded confidence and a strong sense of destiny following the hard-fought qualification for the CAF…
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Cape Town City FC players lining up for a team picture
1 year ago

Tinkler shares thoughts on Cape Town City’s relegation situation

Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler has shared his views on the relegation battle involving his former club, Cape Town City FC, as the 2024/25 Betway…
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Moneni Pirates with His Majesty King Mswati III.
1 year ago

Pirates boss discusses MaMkhize’s recent visit to Eswatini

Moneni Pirates president Thulani Xaba has spoken about embattled Royal AM boss Shauwn Mkhize’s presence at the Ingwenyama Cup final over the weekend.…
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Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Highlands Park
1 year ago

Highlands Park continue with fine form in Gauteng Motsepe League

Highlands Park have cemented their top spot with a 3-0 win over African All Stars in the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League over the weekend. The showdown…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro during a post-match interview
1 year ago

What Phuti Mohafe thinks of Riveiro’s Pirates reign

With Jose Riveiro's reign at Orlando Pirates drawing to a close, Polokwane City FC head coach Phuti Mohafe has offered his assessment of the Spanish…
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Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker
1 year ago

Steve Barker issues firm warning to Egyptian giants Zamalek

With anticipation building for the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal second leg in Egypt, Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has issued a firm warning…
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Dillan Solomons in action for Kaizer Chiefs
1 year ago

Solomons’ recovery: The two elements that made a difference

Kaizer Chiefs right-back Dillan Solomons has pointed out the two elements that have helped him fully recover from his lengthy injury setback. Solomons…
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