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Mauwane Raophala

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

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole
1 year ago

Latest on Sphephelo Sithole’s injury

SAFA Chief Medical Officer Dr Thulani Ngwenya has issued the latest injury update of Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole. ‘Yaya’, as he is…
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Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango
1 year ago

Denis Onyango highlights CAF competitions’ biggest’ challenge

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango has spoken out about the challenges faced by African teams who are forced to play their continental matches away…
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Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel
1 year ago

What Given Msimango makes of Inacio Miguel qualities

Kaizer Chiefs defender Given Msimango has revealed what he thinks of Amakhosi's new signing Inacio Miguel's qualities ahead of their Betway Premiership…
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Donay Jansen in Kaizer Chiefs colours
1 year ago

Kaizer Chiefs extend Donay Jansen’s stay

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the contract extension of wing-back Donay Jansen ahead of the start of the Betway Premiership. Jansen, the nephew of former…
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MTN8 title at the FARPost offices
1 year ago

PSL confirm venue for MTN8 final

The stage is set for a thrilling climax to the MTN8 tournament as the PSL has announced the venue for the final, where Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC…
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Thalente Mbatha to the rescue again as Bafana Bafana beat South Sudan
1 year ago

Thalente Mbatha to the rescue again as Bafana beat South Sudan

Four days after his last-gasp heroics against Uganda, Thalente Mbatha once again stepped up to save the day for Bafana Bafana. In a thrilling 2025 Africa Cup…
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Kurt Lentjies at FC Ravens
1 year ago

Former Chippa United coaches find new homes

Former Chippa United coaches Siyabulela Gwambi and Kurt Lentjies have found new homes in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League. Gwambi, who served as…
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Elias Mokwana during his stint at Sekhukhune United
1 year ago

Kaizer Jr reveals Chiefs made better offer for Mokwana than Esperance

Kaizer Chiefs' sporting director, Kaizer Motaung Jr, has revealed that 'Amakhosi' made a better offer for Elias Mokwana than what Esperance de Tunis put on…
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AFCON qualifier clash between Bafana Bafana and Uganda
1 year ago

Bafana start AFCON qualifiers campaign with 2-2 draw against Uganda

Bafana Bafana began their CAF 2025 AFCON qualifiers campaign with a 2-2 draw against Uganda in Group K at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Friday night. Below…
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Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung
1 year ago

Jessica Motaung on challenges faced by Chiefs in setting up women’s team

Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung has outlined Amakhosi's challenges in setting up a women's team. Jessica Motaung addressed…
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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi
1 year ago

The areas Nabi feels he needs to strengthen at Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has highlighted the areas he needs to strengthen at the club before the transfer window period closes. So far,…
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Njabulo Blom and Nasresddine Nabi
1 year ago

Kaizer Chiefs bolster squad with Blom and Cross signings

Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signings of Njabulo Blom and Bradley Cross as they continue to strengthen their squad for the upcoming 2024/25 Betway…
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