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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

Highbury FC chairman Cameron Klopper
2 years ago

New PSL club show three players the exit door

New PSL side Highbury FC has shown three players the exit door just five into the new Motsepe Foundation Championship season. The three players are former…
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Gayton McKenzie with SAFA delegation
2 years ago

Sports Minister backs VAR implementation in SA, set to meet SAFA and PSL

SA Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie is backing the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee - VAR in the country and is set to meet…
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Thabang Monare in Bafana Bafana colours
2 years ago

Thabang Monare opens up on Bafana squad exclusion

Sekhukhune United midfielder Thabang Monare has opened up on his continuous exclusion from the Bafana Bafana squad. The former Orlando Pirates man has been…
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Sakhisizwe Kheswa in action
2 years ago

AmaTuks teenager Sakhisizwe Kheswa embarks on Slovakian adventure

AmaTuks teenage sensation Sakhisizwe Kheswa is packing his bags for Slovakia to chase his football dreams. The University of Pretoria football club [AmaTuks]…
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Betway Premiership between Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns
2 years ago

Nasreddine Nabi suffers first defeat in Sundowns’ hands

Kaizer Chiefs' new coach, Nasreddine Nabi, tasted defeat for the first time in his tenure on Saturday afternoon. Mamelodi Sundowns handed Nabi his first loss…
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Lehlohonolo Seema and Sipho Mbule
2 years ago

Seema provides insight into Sipho Mbule’s first days at Sekhukhune

Sekhukhune United coach Lehlohonolo Seema has provided insight into the club's latest acquisition, Sipho Mbule, and his first days at the camp. Mbule joined…
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Goalkeeper Richard Ofori
2 years ago

Richard Ofori officially joins AmaZulu FC

AmaZulu FC have confirmed the acquisition of former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Richard Ofori, adding a formidable presence to their backline. The goal-minder…
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Tebogo Langerman in Sunrise FC colours
2 years ago

Why Limpopo club roped in Tebogo Langerman and Punch Masenamela

Limpopo ABC Motsepe League side Sunrise FC have revealed the reasons why they have roped in the former Mamelodi Sundowns duo of Tebogo Langerman and Punch…
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Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Lesiba Nku in celebratory mood
2 years ago

Lesiba Nku on facing his former mentors, gives injury update

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Lesiba Nku has spoken out on facing his former mentors when Masandawana take on Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership tie on…
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Mooketsi Sekola during his stint at Venda FC
2 years ago

Former PSL top scorer Moeketsi Sekola resurfaces at Free State side

Veteran forward Moeketsi Sekola has resurfaced at a Free State side following his departure from Venda FC before the start of the 2024/25 Motsepe Foundation…
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Orlando Pirates have secured the CAF Champions League group stage spot following their 1-0 win against Jwaneng Galaxy
2 years ago

Pirates reach Champions League group stage for the first time in five years

Orlando Pirates have clinched a place in the CAF Champions League group stage for the first time in five years after securing a 1-0 victory over Jwaneng…
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Oswin Appollis in Polokwane City FC colours
2 years ago

Oswin Appollis likely to remain at Polokwane City, confirms his agent

Oswin Appollis' agent, Lance Davids, has confirmed that the Bafana Bafana international will likely remain at Polokwane City FC despite interest from several…
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