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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

Stellenbosch FC players celebrating
1 year ago

Andre de Jong strikes twice as Stellenbosch beat CD Lunda Sul

Andre de Jong's brace was enough for Stellenbosch FC to secure back-to-back wins over CD Lunda Sul following their 2-0 win in their CAF Confederation Cup…
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Coach Shaun Bartlett during his stint with Cape Town Spurs
1 year ago

How Bartlett revived Mpame after two-and-a-half seasons on the sidelines

Talented winger Tabiso Mpame has opened up on how coach Shaun Bartlett revived his football career following two-and-a-half seasons on the sidelines. Cape…
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Khuliso Mudau in action. Mamelodi Sundowns were defeated by Raja Casablanca
1 year ago

Nine-man Sundowns suffer defeat to Raja Casablanca

Mamelodi Sundowns succumbed to their first defeat under coach Miguel Cardoso following their 1-0 loss to Raja Casablanca in their CAF Champions League group…
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TS Galaxy midfielder Thato Khiba
1 year ago

Stellenbosch FC revive interest in TS Galaxy’s Thato Khiba

Stellenbosch FC have reignited their pursuit of TS Galaxy midfielder Thato Khiba as they aim to strengthen their squad. Last month, coach Steve Barker…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro addressing members of the media
1 year ago

Jose Riveiro pinpoints Stade d’Abidjan’s strengths

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has pinpointed Stade d'Abidjan's strengths ahead of their CAF Champions League group stage clash at the weekend. The…
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Talented winger Sandile Mathumbu in Sinenkani FC colours
1 year ago

Milford FC bolster squad with talented winger

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Milford FC have bolstered their squad with talented winger Sandile Mathumbu. ‘Gqu’, as he is affectionately known, joins…
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Clayton Daniels in during his stint with Cape Town Spurs FC
1 year ago

‘Even if I must be a club driver’: Clayton Daniels on retirement plans

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Ajax Cape Town defender Clayton Daniels has revealed his intentions regarding a potential retirement in the near future.…
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AmaZulu FC co-coaches Vusumuzi Vilakazi and Arthur Zwane
1 year ago

Why Vilakazi and Zwane partnership is defying expectations

Vusumuzi Vilakazi has explained why his co-coaching arrangement with Arthur Zwane at AmaZulu is defying expectations. The duo was appointed as Usuthu…
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Itumeleng Khune with the late Senzo Meyiwa
1 year ago

‘Without Meyiwa, Khune wasn’t going to be number one’: Mkhanyiseli Siwahla

Ex-Ajax Cape Town star Mkhanyiseli Siwahla explained the influence of the late Senzo Meyiwa on Itumeleng Khune's rise. Siwahla played with the former Orlando…
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Talented forward Siphamandla Sabelo during his stint at the Betway Premiership side Golden Arrows
1 year ago

Former Golden Arrows forward joins Botswana side

Former Golden Arrows forward Siphamandla Sabelo has joined Botswana Premier League side Extension Gunners FC. Sabelo joins Extension Gunners having showcased…
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Coach Owen Da Gama at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium
1 year ago

‘The conditions weren’t conducive’: Da Gama on previous stint

Coach Owen Da Gama has shared his experience of coaching in the ABC Motsepe League before his appointment as Magesi FC mentor. The 'Rubberdol', as he is…
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Coach Stanford Nkoane
1 year ago

Stanford Nkoane makes Leopards U-turn, resurfaces at Venda FC

Coach Stanford Nkoane has resurfaced at Venda FC a few days after joining Motsepe Foundation Championship side Black Leopards. Five days ago, this…
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