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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 is a Senior Journalist and Social Media Liaison at FARPost, specializing in breaking news, transfer dynamics, and tactical match analysis across South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial voice, bridging the gap between fast-paced matchday updates and deep-dive investigative reporting. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his journalism career in 2018 with a focus on research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost editorial team in September 2020, he has established himself as an authoritative voice in domestic football reporting, recognized for delivering exclusive reporting and tactical insights on the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. A SAFJA-accredited journalist, Mauwane was named the 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist in recognition of his consistent investigative work and comprehensive coverage of South African club football.

Mauwane Raophala

Black Leopards chairman David Thidiela walking with a FARPost umbrella

Black Leopards’ decision on ABC Motsepe League status delivers lifeline to TTM

Black Leopards' decision regarding their SAFA Limpopo ABC Motsepe League status has delivered an unexpected lifeline to Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila [TTM],…
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Faiz Abrahams and with Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando da Cruz

What Chiefs coach told Faiz Abrahams on his debut

Kaizer Chiefs’ new signing, Faiz Abrahams, has opened up on the specific tactical instructions head coach Fernando da Cruz gave him before he made his…
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Dr Xanti Pupuma of Milford FC addressing members of the media

Milford boss Dr Xanti Pupuma explains team’s rapid adaptation to Betway Premiership

Milford FC chairman and head coach Dr Xanti Pupuma has explained the key factors behind his side’s rapid adaptation to the Betway Premiership following their…
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Sundra Govinder addressing members of the media during his first stint at Marumo Gallants

Ex-Chiefs coach Sundra Govinder set for Marumo Gallants return 

Former Kaizer Chiefs development coach Sundra Govinder is set to return to Betway Premiership outfit Marumo Gallants for a second spell, FARPost has learnt.…
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Orlando Pirates players putting in the hard work during the club's training session

Pirates legend Eugene Zwane flags major area of concern at the Buccaneers

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has highlighted a critical area of concern that coach Abdeslam Ouaddou must address if the Buccaneers are to defend their…
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Lehlohonolo Seema on the touchline

Seema’s search for first win goes on after Siwelele draw

Coach Lehlohonolo Seema continues his search for a first win of the season after Siwelele FC were held to a 1-1 draw by Chippa United in their Betway…
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Mandla Ncikazi in Orlando Pirates' colours

Pirates hit by double blow: Ncikazi and Moremi set to miss Sekhukhune tie

Defending champions Orlando Pirates will be without assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi and winger Tshepang Moremi for tonight's Betway Premiership clash against…
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Cassius Mailula during Mamelodi Sundowns' training session at Chloorkop

Ramagalela reveals what re-ignited Cassius Mailula’s form on his Sundowns return 

Former Mamelodi Sundowns forward Rodney Ramagalela has shared his views on what he believes has sparked Cassius Mailula’s stellar form following his return…
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Coach Pitso Mosimane waving South African flag

‘Pitso Mosimane is not ABC Motsepe League coach’: Gayton McKenzie

Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has weighed in on SAFA’s delayed contractual negotiations with Pitso Mosimane, demanding that the…
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MTN8 semi-final first leg clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and Golden Arrows

Five talking points as Arrows stun Sundowns in MTN8 semi-final

Golden Arrows caused an upset in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-finals after claiming a 1-0 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe…
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Deano van Rooyen in Orlando Pirates colours

Abdeslam Ouaddou opens up Deano van Rooyen’s exit

Orlando Pirates mentor Abdeslam Ouaddou has opened up on Deano van Rooyen's shock departure following the official confirmation of his exit from the Soweto…
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AmaZulu FC players in celebratory mood after winning the KZN Premier's Cup

Eugene Zwane explains why AmaZulu could be the dark horse this season

Orlando Pirates legend Eugene Zwane has explained why he believes that AmaZulu FC could be the surprise package of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign…
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