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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

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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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos and his assistant coach Helman Mkhalele
1 year ago

Broos leads Bafana delegation’s visit to New Peter Mokaba Stadium

Coach Hugo Broos led the Bafana Bafana delegation's visit to the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against…
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Coach Khuliso Rashamuse during his time at the Motsepe Foundation Championship side Venda FC
1 year ago

Ex-Dondol Stars and Venda FC coach reveals reason for league switch

Former Dondol Stars mentor and Venda FC assistant coach Khuliso Rashamuse has explained why he has taken on a new project in the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe…
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Orlando Pirates players during a training session
1 year ago

Pirates to be without key defender for SuperSport clash

Orlando Pirates will be without a key defender for their Nedbank Cup quartefinal clash against SuperSport United on Saturday, 8 March 2025. Pirates are set…
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The New Peter Mokaba Stadium
1 year ago

Why New Peter Mokaba is off limits for SuperSport-Pirates match

The Polokwane Municipality has explained why the Nedbank Cup quarterfinal match between SuperSport United and Orlando Pirates cannot take place at the New…
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Betway Premiership tie between Golden Arrows and Mamelodi Sundowns
1 year ago

Mngqithi secures draw against former employers, Sundowns

Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi secured a 1-1 draw against his former employers, Mamelodi Sundowns in a Betway Premiership tie at Mpumalanga…
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Coach Bradley August with his Crystal Palace FC technical team
1 year ago

What Daniels thinks of former Bafana striker Bradley August as a coach

Veteran defender Clayton Daniels has expressed his views on what he thinks of the ex-Bafana Bafana striker Bradley August in his role as a coach. August is…
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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos and Helman Mkhalele
1 year ago

Broos names Bafana preliminary squad to face Lesotho and Benin

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has named his preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin this month. Broos' charges…
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Betway Premiership tie between Marumo Gallants and Orlando Pirates
1 year ago

Gallants set record straight on stadium violence during Pirates game

Marumo Gallants have set the record straight about the match disruption that occurred during their Betway Premiership fixture against Orlando Pirates at the…
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KZN ABC Motsepe League side Mkhambathi FC
1 year ago

Mkhambathi crowned KZN Motsepe League Stream A winners

Having shown total dominance in the SAFA KZN ABC Motsepe League, Mkhambathi FC have officially been crowned Stream A winners over the weekend. This comes…
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Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove
1 year ago

Nabi provides Dove’s assessment after first game from injury layoff

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has provided an assessment of defender Edmilson Dove, who returned to action after an injury setback in the 1-0 loss…
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