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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

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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Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams
2 years ago

Bafana goalkeeper coach reveals what sets Ronwen Williams apart

Bafana Bafana and SuperSport United goalkeeper coach Grant Johnson has revealed the unique qualities that make Ronwen Williams a cut above the rest, leaving…
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CAF Champions League
2 years ago

SA teams learn their fate in CAF inter-club group stage draw

SA teams Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, and Stellenbosch FC have learned their fate in the 2024/25 CAF inter-club group stage draw. The draw for the…
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Amajita Coach Raymond Mdaka
2 years ago

How Mdaka managed to put together Amajita competitive squad within short space of time

Coach Raymond Mdaka has explained how he assembled a competitive Amajita squad in a short timeframe, despite facing challenges due to the absence of key…
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Jomo Cosmo players
2 years ago

Jomo Cosmos off to flying start with win over Pirates’ feeder side

Jomo Cosmos have gotten off to a flying start in the Gauteng ABC Motsepe League with a 2-1 win over Orlando Pirates' feeder side, Pele Pele, on Saturday.…
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Abongile Tom during MTN8 Final
2 years ago

Barker reveals VAR was on the table for MTN8 final

Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker has revealed that the VAR was considered for the MTN8 final following the increased controversy surrounding refereeing…
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Amajita in celebrations
2 years ago

Raymond Mdaka guides Amajita to COSAFA Championship glory

Coach Raymond Mdaka has guided Amajita to a COSAFA U20 Championship glory following their 2-0 win over Zambia in the tournament's final in Matola,…
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Sekhukhune United man Thabang Monare
2 years ago

Thabang Monare explains Linda Mlambo’s impact on his Sekhukhune move

Sekhukhune United midfielder Thabang Monare has explained the influence of the club's captain, Linda Mlambo, in his decision to join Babina Noko before the…
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Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka
2 years ago

How Raymond Mdaka is preparing Amajita for COSAFA U20 final

Having guided Amajita to the CAF 2025 U20 AFCON tournament for the first time in five years, coach Raymond Mdaka has revealed how he is preparing his boys…
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Sekhukhune United are delighted to announce the signing of Midfielder Lesedi Kapinga
2 years ago

Lesedi Kapinga joins Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune United have strengthened their squad with the acquisition of former Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates midfielder Lesedi Kapinga. The Limpopo…
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Lebohang Mokoena in action for Moroka Swallows
2 years ago

Lebohang Mokoena makes shocking revelation about his Swallows stint

Ex-Moroka Swallows captain Lebohang Mokoena has made shocking revelations about his stint at the 'Dube Birds'. The former Orlando Pirates star played a…
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Mamelodi Sundowns feeder M Tigers team from ABC Motsepe League
2 years ago

Mamelodi Sundowns feeder team sold to TUT FC

TUT FC have secured the Gauteng ABC Motsepe League status of Mamelodi Sundowns feeder team M-Tigers for the 2024/25 season. TUT, who is participating in the…
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