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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

Kaizer Chiefs duo of Pule Mmodi and Mfundo Vilakazi
1 year ago

Mmodi strikes twice as Chiefs beat Nedbank Cup minnows Free Agents 

Pule Mmodi scored a brace as Kaizer Chiefs beat Nedbank Cup minnows Free Agents 4-0 to progress to the tournament's Round of 16 on Sunday night. The game…
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The New Peter Mokaba Stadium
1 year ago

Latest update on Peter Mokaba Stadium after pitch dilemma

The New Peter Mokaba Stadium is undergoing pitch rehabilitation following a music concert held in December 2024 that damaged the playing surface. The 2010…
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Sibanye Golden Stars head coach Motsitse Molalogi
1 year ago

Sibanye Golden coach shares key takeaways from Sundowns Nedbank clash

Sibanye Golden Stars head coach Motsitse Molalogi has shared his key takeaways from Saturday night's Nedbank Cup Last 32 match against Mamelodi Sundowns. The…
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Mkhanyiseli Siwahla in action for Lerumo Lions
1 year ago

Siwahla reveals his two biggest regrets of his football career

Mkhanyiseli Siwahla, who recently returned to football after years of retirement with North West ABC Motsepe side Lerumo Lions, has revealed his two biggest…
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Marumo Gallants sign striker Junior Dion
1 year ago

Junior Dion leads trio of new signings for Marumo Gallants

Marumo Gallants have confirmed the signings of AmaZulu striker Junior Dion, Junior Zindoga, and Ibrahim Conde from AmaZulu FC, Nsingizini Hotspurs, and the…
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Defensive midfielder Lehlohonolo Mtshali during his stint at the Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune United
1 year ago

Sekhukhune cut ties with Lehlohonolo Mtshali

Sekhukhune United have parted ways with defensive midfielder Lehlohonolo Mtshali as the January transfer window nears its close. The 30-year-old joined…
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Tembisa Hollywood Thunder chairman Jerry Sikhosana
1 year ago

Jerry Sikhosana lambasts ‘horrible’ match officiating

Tembisa Hollywood Thunder chairman Jerry Sikhosana expressed disappointment with some ‘horrible’ match officiating. The Orlando Pirates legend spoke about…
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Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Themba Zwane
1 year ago

Miguel Cardoso provides update on Themba Zwane injury

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has provided an injury update on the club's veteran midfielder Themba Zwane. Cardoso was speaking in a post-match…
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Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Vondwe XI Bullets
1 year ago

Vondwe continue with fine form after Da Gama departure

Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Vondwe XI Bullets continued with their fine form under a new coach following the departure of Owen Da Gama, who has joined…
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Mamelodi Sundowns players in celebratory mood after scoring against AS FAR Rabat in CAF Champions League
1 year ago

Sundowns qualify for Champions League quarterfinals after draw with AS FAR

Mamelodi Sundowns have qualified for the CAF Champions League quarterfinals after their 1-1 draw with AS FAR Rabat at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday…
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Jayden Adams during his stint at Stellenbosch FC
1 year ago

Jayden Adams breaks silence on Sundowns move

Bafana Bafana international Jayden Adams has broken his silence after his move to Mamelodi Sundowns from Stellenbosch FC. The talented midfielder joined…
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Orlando Pirates v Al Ahly in CAF Champions League
1 year ago

Pirates finish top of Group C with win over Al Ahly 

Orlando Pirates finished top of Group C in the CAF Champions League following their 2-1 win over Al Ahly at Cairo International Stadium in Egypt on Saturday…
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