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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

Cape Town Spurs FC technical team
1 year ago

Manousakis leaves CT Spurs, set to join Benni in Kenya

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Cape Town Spurs have parted ways with coach Vasili Manousakis, paving the way for his anticipated reunion with Benni…
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Betway Premiership tie between Marumo Gallants and Orlando Pirates at Toyota Stadium
1 year ago

Marumo Gallants stun Pirates to earn maximum points at home

Marumo Gallants beat Orlando Pirates 2-0 to earn maximum points in a Betway Premiership tie at the Free State Stadium on Saturday night. Below are some of…
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Jamie Webber in Sekhukhune United colours
1 year ago

Jamie Webber finds new home 

After a lengthy absence from competitive football, talented midfielder Jamie Webber has found a lifeline, landing a fresh start in the United States.…
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Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker
1 year ago

Steve Barker cries foul over PSL stadium issue for Chiefs clash

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has cried foul regarding the PSL's handling of stadium arrangements for their upcoming Nedbank Cup quarterfinal…
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The Nedbank Cup trophy
1 year ago

PSL confirm Nedbank Cup quarterfinals fixture details

The PSL have announced the dates, venues, and kick-off times for the much-anticipated Nedbank Cup quarterfinal fixtures. These mouthwatering fixtures,…
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Thulani Serero unveiled by Cape Town City
1 year ago

Cape Town City FC unveil former Bafana star Thulani Serero

Cape Town City FC have unveiled former Bafana star Thulani Serero as the 2024/25 Betway Premiership progresses. This comes after the club's interim…
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Bafana Bafana interim coach Molefi Ntseki
1 year ago

SAFA explain why Molefi Ntseki will take over Bafana CHAN squad

SAFA have explained the decision to turn to former Kaizer Chiefs mentor Molefi Ntsek to take over as Bafana Bafana CHAN qualifiers coach ahead of the Egypt…
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Magesi FC coach Own Da Gama
1 year ago

Tlou Segolela opens up on working relationship with Owen Da Gama

Magesi FC DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] mentor Tlou Segolela has opened up about his working relationship with the first team head coach Owen Da Gama. Segolela…
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Cape Town City FC interim coach Muhsin Ertugral
1 year ago

Ertugral hits back at Jamie Carragher’s ‘AFCON is just a little tournament’ remarks

Cape Town City FC interim head coach Muhsin Ertugral has strongly refuted Jamie Carragher's dismissive remarks about the Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON] being…
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ABC Motsepe League board
1 year ago

Mpumalanga Motsepe League clubs unite after player tragedies

A sombre atmosphere enveloped the SAFA Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League this weekend, with teams uniting to mourn the loss of Phezulu FC's Siyabonga Zulu and…
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James Mothibi and his D'General FC players
1 year ago

Former Orlando Pirates striker fumes at referee for ‘dubious’ penalty

James Mothibi, the former Orlando Pirates striker and current coach of D'General FC, voiced his frustrations regarding the referee during their ABC Motsepe…
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Monnapule Saleng in Orlando Pirates colours
1 year ago

Agency addresses Monnapule Saleng’s situation at Orlando Pirates

Monnapule Saleng's agency, P Management Sports, have finally addressed the player's current situation at Orlando Pirates, following recent speculation…
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