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

Magesi FC goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze

Elvis Chipezeze addresses speculation on his Magesi future

Magesi FC goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze has addressed speculation on his future at the club following his impressive displays in Dikwena Tsa Meetse colours…
Stellenbosch FC players celebrating

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…
Coach Shaun Bartlett during his stint with Cape Town Spurs

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…
Khuliso Mudau in action. Mamelodi Sundowns were defeated by Raja Casablanca

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…
TS Galaxy midfielder Thato Khiba

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…
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro addressing members of the media

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…
Talented winger Sandile Mathumbu in Sinenkani FC colours

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…
Clayton Daniels in during his stint with Cape Town Spurs FC

‘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.…
AmaZulu FC co-coaches Vusumuzi Vilakazi and Arthur Zwane

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…
Itumeleng Khune with the late Senzo Meyiwa

‘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…
Talented forward Siphamandla Sabelo during his stint at the Betway Premiership side Golden Arrows

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…
Coach Owen Da Gama at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium

‘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…