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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

Bafana Bafana XI against Panama at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban
1 month ago

How Sundowns’ Club World Cup run fuels Cardoso’s Bafana belief

Miguel Cardoso believes Bafana Bafana possess the quality to compete with the world’s best, drawing direct parallels between the national team’s potential…
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Thabo September during his stint at Chippa United
1 month ago

Thabo September reacts as Komani miss out on ABC Motsepe Playoffs

Komani United owner Thabo September has reflected on his side’s heartbreak after narrowly missing out on a spot in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League…
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Orlando Pirates DDC side lining up for a team picture
1 month ago

Orlando Pirates extend DDC lead to six points 

Orlando Pirates have cemented their top spot in the DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] after securing an important 1-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC at the Lentelus…
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Durban City FC players in celebratory mood
1 month ago

Durban City edge Casric Stars to secure Nedbank Cup final berth

Durban City FC are one step away from securing silverware this season after their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Casric Stars in the Nedbank Cup semi-final tie…
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Gift Links in action for AFG Aarhus
1 month ago

‘Maybe I did something wrong’: Gift Links opens up on continued Bafana snub

Aarhus GF star Gift Links has opened up about his continued exclusion from the Bafana Bafana setup, revealing how he has been "in the dark" for years. The…
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Kaizer Chiefs Ladies players during a training session
1 month ago

Unathi Mabena reveals timeline for Kaizer Chiefs Ladies’ Hollywoodbets promotion

Kaizer Chiefs Ladies are eyeing the top flight—and head coach Unathi Mabena has revealed exactly when the club expects to gain promotion from the Sasol…
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Bafana Bafana XI against Panama at Moses Mabhida Stadium
1 month ago

Broos addresses Bafana’s lack of killer instinct issue 

Coach Hugo Broos has addressed the issue of Bafana Bafana's lack of killer instinct in front of goal, as the 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching. Despite…
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Kaizer Chiefs Ladies launch
1 month ago

Kaizer Motaung explains vision behind Kaizer Chiefs Ladies team

Kaizer Chiefs chairman, Kaizer Motaung, has explained the vision behind the club’s long-awaited move into women’s football, describing it as a commitment to…
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Kaizer Chiefs Ladies launched
1 month ago

BREAKING NEWS: Kaizer Chiefs launch women’s team

Kaizer Chiefs have officially ventured into women’s football, unveiling their newly formed ladies' side in Daveyton on Tuesday. The move marks a historic…
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Sabelo Radebe in Lerumo Lions colours
1 month ago

Why Lerumo Lions roped in ex-Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe 

Lerumo Lions boss Sibongile Marokana has opened up on the decision to sign former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Sabelo Radebe in the second round of the Motsepe…
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Lyle Foster in Bafana Bafana colours
1 month ago

‘He’s our powerhouse’: Ronwen Williams issues strong defence of Lyle Foster

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has come out in defence of striker Lyle Foster, describing him as the national team’s "powerhouse" despite a recent dry…
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FC Ravens players in celebratory mood
1 month ago

Old Grey set Provincial Playoffs date with FC Ravens

Old Grey and FC Ravens have secured their spots in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League Provincial Playoffs following a final weekend of amateur league…
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