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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

Marumo Gallants' Masindi Nemtajela with his teammates
1 year ago

Gallants midfielder linked with three Betway Premiership clubs

A Marumo Gallants midfielder has been linked with a move to three Betway Premiership clubs following his decent displays in the ongoing campaign. The…
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Stellenbosch FC star Thabo Moloisane in action for Bafana Bafana during the 2024 COSAFA CUP
1 year ago

What Thabo Moloisane is banking on to shine at Bafana

With his sights set on making his mark in the national team, Stellenbosch FC defender Thabo Moloisane has outlined what he believes will help him excel at…
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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos addressing the media
1 year ago

Another Bafana setback: Sundowns star out ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Faced with another squad disruption, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has acted swiftly, replacing a Mamelodi Sundowns star ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup…
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Mahlatse Makudubela in action for AS Vita Club
1 year ago

Mahlatse Makudubela discusses challenges he has faced in DRC 

SA winger Mahlatse Makudubela has spoken about the challenges he has faced since he arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo [DRC], where he signed for AS…
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Miguel Cardoso coaching at FNB Stadium during a game
1 year ago

Cardoso: ‘It’s never happened in my career’

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso pointed out a unique occurrence in the match against Orlando Pirates, marking the first time he has witnessed it in…
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Orlando Pirates star Patrick Maswanganyi in celebratory mood in Bafana Bafana colours
1 year ago

Broos slams Pirates over Patrick Maswanganyi

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has slammed Orlando Pirates for their handling of the Patrick Maswanganyi situation, as the midfielder could not join the…
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Coach Lehlohonolo Seema lifting the People's Cup
1 year ago

Lehlohonolo Seema lifts trophy with Lesotho side

Coach Lehlohonolo Seema lifted a trophy with Lesotho side Bantu FC over the weekend, two weeks after cutting ties with Betway Premiership outfit Sekhukhune…
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Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League side FC Ravens
1 year ago

FC Ravens book provincial playoffs spot 

FC Ravens have booked a spot in the provincial playoffs of SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League following their 2-0 win over G-Millionaires on Saturday…
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SA U-20 national team celebrating a goal
1 year ago

What it means for SA football development to have U-17 and U-20 at AFCON

Amajimbos coach Vela Khumalo has shared his thoughts on what it means for SA to have the Under-17 and U-20 at the upcoming AFCON tournaments. This follows…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi with Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng during Orlando Pirates' warm up session
1 year ago

What Mbokazi must do to keep shining at Pirates

With an eye on Mbekezeli Mbokazi's future within the Orlando Pirates senior team, club legend and DDC coach Joseph Makhanya has provided critical advice on…
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Mahlatse Makudubela in AS Vita Club colours
1 year ago

How Mahlatse Makudubela is finding life in DRC

Mahlatse Makudubela, the left-winger, has opened up about his experience adapting to life in DR Congo and his integration into AS Vita Club. The former…
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Siyabonga Ndlozi in action for Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

Makhanya highlights areas for Siyabonga Ndlozi improvement

Orlando Pirates DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] coach Joseph Makhanya has revealed the specific areas where defender Siyabonga Ndlozi must improve to progress in…
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