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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

Bafana Bafana and Gil Vincente midfielder S
1 year ago

Broos explains Percy Tau’s return in Bafana squad

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has provided insight into his decision to recall Percy Tau to the national team squad. Tau completed a move to Qatar…
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Bafana Bafana squad picture
1 year ago

Broos announces Bafana final squad for World Cup qualifiers

Bafana Bafana mentor Hugo Broos has announced his final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin this month. South Africa is…
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Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge team head coach Vela Khumalo
1 year ago

What challenges await Chiefs in DDC title race? Khumalo explains

Coach Vela Khumalo has identified key hurdles Kaizer Chiefs must overcome if they are to secure the DStv Diski Challenge title [DDC] this season. Chiefs are…
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Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka
1 year ago

Kaizer Chiefs dominate Amajita AFCON’s preliminary squad 

A large contingent of Kaizer Chiefs players has been selected for Amajita's preliminary squad, highlighting the club's strong youth development ahead of the…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi in action for Orlando Pirates against SuperSport United in a Nedbank Cup quarterfinal match
1 year ago

The role Makhanya played in Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s rise

Orlando Pirates DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach Joseph Makhanya has opened up on the role he played in Mbekezeli Mbokazi's rise. The teenage sensation…
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Betway Premiership tie between Stellenbosch FC and Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

Pirates drop points after 0-0 draw with Stellenbosch 

Orlando Pirates dropped two valuable points following their 0-0 draw with Stellenbosch FC in a Betway Premiership encounter at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town…
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Morgan Mammila in Chippa United colours
1 year ago

Chippa United appoint Mammila to historic position

In a groundbreaking move, Chippa United have appointed Morgan Mammila to a newly created, unprecedented role within the club. On Tuesday, Chippa announced…
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Mario Booysen in Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town colours
1 year ago

Ex-Chiefs defender Mario Booysen takes on a new project

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs defender Mario Booysen has found a new home after tendering his resignation as the head coach of Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town. Antalyaspor JPM…
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Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Vondwe XI Bullets
1 year ago

Limpopo Motsepe League match abruptly stopped after player protest

It was yet another drama-filled weekend in the SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League, as the game between Vondwe XI Bullets and Musina United was abruptly stopped…
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Eric Tinkler and Marc Van Heerden during their time at Cape Town City FC
1 year ago

Marc van Heerden set to join Eric Tinkler at Sekhukhune

The former Orlando Pirates defender Marc van Heerden is set to form part of Eric Tinkler's technical team at Sekhukhune United following the departure of…
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Ashley Du Preez after scoring against Magesi FC
1 year ago

Ashley Du Preez on facing Stellenbosch post-injury

Kaizer Chiefs attacker Ashley Du Preez, back from injury, has shared his thoughts on facing Stellenbosch FC, his former club, in the Nedbank Cup quarterfinal…
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Ndumiso Mabena during his at Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

Ndumiso Mabena joins new PSL club

Motsepe Foundation Championship side, Leruma United has given former Orlando Pirates striker Ndumiso Mabena another lifeline to revive his football career.…
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