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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 is a Senior Journalist and Social Media Liaison at FARPost, specializing in breaking news, transfer dynamics, and tactical match analysis across South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial voice, bridging the gap between fast-paced matchday updates and deep-dive investigative reporting. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his journalism career in 2018 with a focus on research and media monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost editorial team in September 2020, he has established himself as an authoritative voice in domestic football reporting, recognized for delivering exclusive reporting and tactical insights on the Betway Premiership and the Motsepe Foundation Championship. A SAFJA-accredited journalist, Mauwane was named the 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist in recognition of his consistent investigative work and comprehensive coverage of South African club football.

Mauwane Raophala

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Cedric Kaze

Kaze reveals what Chiefs need to do to overcome Pirates in Nedbank final

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Cedric Kaze has revealed what Amakhosi must do to overcome Orlando Pirates in Saturday’s Nedbank Cup final. The sold-out Soweto…
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Kaizer Chiefs players during a training session

Moeneeb Josephs singles out Chiefs’ dangerman ahead of Soweto Derby final

Former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs has singled out a Kaizer Chiefs player who he believes is "dangerous" and can cause problems for the…
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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro and Mandla Ncikazi

Ncikazi shares key observations on Riveiro’s three years at Pirates

Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has revealed his key observations about Jose Riveiro during the Spanish mentor's three-year tenure at the…
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Gauteng ABC Motsepe League side Highlands Park FC

Highlands Park marching towards PSL return

Highlands Park FC's pursuit for a return to the PSL remains on track after winning the SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League on Tuesday. The Lions of the North…
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Yusuf Maart during Kaizer Chiefs' training session

Chiefs legend questions Yusuf Maart’s leadership qualities

Kaizer Chiefs legend Marks Maponyane has delivered a scathing assessment of Yusuf Maart's captaincy, stating bluntly, "He has no leadership skills," amidst…
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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi

Miguel on the shared pressure facing Nabi and Chiefs players

Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has spoken on the shared pressure facing coach Nasreddine Nabi and the club's players following an inconsistent run of…
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Coach Thulani Nkosi during his stint at Upington City FC

Ex-Upington City coach sends message to ‘haters’

Ex-Upington City FC coach Thulani Nkosi has sent a message to his "haters" after guiding another SAFA Northern Cape side to the ABC Motsepe League National…
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Marumo Gallants winger Daniel Msendami during a post-match interview

What Daniel Msendami needed to settle in SA

Daniel Msendami's agent, Tshepo More, has revealed what his client needed to settle in SA and find his form, having joined Marumo Gallants from Botswana…
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Former Palmelense FC midfielder Simo Mbhele with the ball

Ex-Palmelense star Mbhele targets repeat 12-goal haul in Betway Prem

Former Palmelense FC midfielder Simo Mbhele has set his sights on replicating his once remarkable form in Portugal, where he netted 12 goals. He is aiming…
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Masindi Nemtajela in Marumo Gallants colours

Mbhalati reflects on Nemtajela’s Bafana call-up as Betway Prem clubs circle

Amidst reported interest from three Betway Premiership clubs, football agent Nimrod Mbhalati has shared his thoughts on his client, Masindi Nemtajela's,…
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Gastón Sirino of Kaizer Chiefs addressing the media

What Sirino told his wife ahead of Chiefs’ Nedbank Cup final clash

Kaizer Chiefs playmaker Gaston Sirino has shared what he said to his wife ahead of Saturday’s Nedbank Cup final. The Montevideo-born star is in his first…
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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro

Jose Riveiro highlights inspirational impact of Pirates star

Jose Riveiro has praised a standout Orlando Pirates player, emphasising his role as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring young talents within the team. The…
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