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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

Tabiso Mpame in Casric Stars colours
2 years ago

Tabiso Mpame cut ties with Casric Stars, reveals reasons why

Experienced winger Tabiso Mpame has cut ties with Motsepe Foundation Championship side Casric Stars just six games into the new season. Mpame joined Casric…
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Bafana Bafana
2 years ago

Bafana and Congo share spoils in AFCON qualifier clash

Bafana Bafana and Congo Brazzaville shared the spoils in their AFCON qualifier clash following a 1-1 draw at Stade Alphonse Massamba-Debat in Brazzaville on…
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Fabian McCarthy has explained how Stellenbosch FC's environment could add five years to a professional footballer's playing time.
2 years ago

McCarthy explains how Stellenbosch FC could extend a career by five years

Retired former Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns defender Fabian McCarthy has explained how Stellenbosch FC's environment could add five years to a…
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AmaZulu FC midfielder Rowen Human
2 years ago

Rowen Human on life after Franco Martin’s departure at AmaZulu

AmaZulu FC attacking midfielder Rowen Human has reflected on life after head coach Pablo Franco Martin's sacking at the club a fortnight ago. Martin and his…
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Coach Owen Da Gama during Vondwe XI Bullets training session
2 years ago

Owen Da Gama starts Vondwe tenure with defeat in Motsepe League

Veteran coach Owen Da Gama's tenure at Vondwe XI Bullets got off to a disappointing start with a 1-0 loss to Munaca FC in the Limpopo ABC Motsepe…
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Phumlani Ntshangase in Bidvest Wits colours
2 years ago

Phumlani Ntshangase reveals shock sacking from Highbury FC

Former Bidvest Wits star Phumlani Ntshangase has opened up about his unexpected dismissal from Motsepe Foundation Championship side Highbury FC. The…
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Tebogo Mokoena in celebrations after scoring
2 years ago

Broos explains Teboho Mokoena’s impact on Bafana Bafana

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained Teboho Mokoena's impact on the national team despite his limited playing time at Mamelodi Sundowns and the…
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Teboho Mokoena celebration second goal
2 years ago

Teboho Mokoena strikes twice as Bafana run riot against Congo

Bafana Bafana star Teboho Mokoena scored a brace as they demolished Congo Brazzaville with a 5-0 scoreline in their 2025 AFCON qualifier tie at the Nelson…
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Thabo Mongalo joins Limpopo ABC Motsepe Leangue side Mpheni Defenders
2 years ago

Limpopo club rope in ex-SuperSport and Leopards striker Thabo Mongalo

Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Mpheni Defenders FC have roped in former SuperSport United and Black Leopards striker Thabo Mongalo. The side looks to…
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Former Kaizer Chiefs head coach Arthur Zwane
2 years ago

Arthur Zwane breaks silence on Chiefs exit

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has broken his silence after his surprising departure from the Soweto giants to join AmaZulu FC. AmaZulu FC…
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2 years ago

Ellis explains Andile Dlamini’s return, gives reasons on notable absentees

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has explained why experienced goalkeeper Andile Dlamini has returned to the national team and provided reasons for some…
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Carling Knockout Cup title
2 years ago

Exciting fixtures set for Carling Knockout Cup Round of 16

The draw for the Carling Black Label Knockout Cup Round of 16 has delivered a mouthwatering slate of fixtures that promise to excite fans across South…
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