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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

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker

Steve Barker issues firm warning to Egyptian giants Zamalek

With anticipation building for the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal second leg in Egypt, Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has issued a firm warning…
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Dillan Solomons in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Solomons’ recovery: The two elements that made a difference

Kaizer Chiefs right-back Dillan Solomons has pointed out the two elements that have helped him fully recover from his lengthy injury setback. Solomons…
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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro during a post-match interview

Former Pirates coach speaks on Riveiro’s imminent departure

With Jose Riveiro's contract set to expire at the end of the current season, former Orlando Pirates assistant coach and club legend, Teboho Moloi, has shared…
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Magesi FC coach Owen Da Gama addressing the media

What was holding Magesi back? Da Gama explains

Owen Da Gama has opened up about the challenges Magesi FC faced before his appointment in December, revealing the key issues that were hindering the team's…
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Patrick Maswanganyi in action for Orlando Pirates

Pirates give crucial injury update on Maswanganyi and Ndah

Orlando Pirates have provided an injury update on key midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi and defender Olisa Ndah ahead of their CAF Champions League first-leg…
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CAF Champions quarterfinal clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and ES Tunis

Miguel Cardoso secures win against former employers, Esperance

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso secured a 1-0 win against his former employers, Esperance, in the first leg of the CAF Champions League…
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Amajimbos star Emile Witbooi showing off his Man of the Match award

Witbooi reveals crucial factors in Amajimbos’ comeback Egypt win

Amajimbos attacker Emile Witbooi has revealed three crucial factors that helped the SA Under-17 to stage a remarkable comeback win in their opening match of…
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Cape Town City FC assistant coach Roger De Sa

CT City coach opens up on working relationship with Roger De Sá

Cape Town City FC caretaker coach Diogo Peral has opened up on his working relationship with the ex-Orlando Pirates coach Roger De Sá. De Sá was roped in by…
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ABC Motsepe League advertising board

Chaos in Mpumalanga: Two ABC Motsepe League games hit by no-shows

The SAFA Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe League witnessed another weekend marred by controversy, as two scheduled fixtures were abandoned due to no-shows, leaving…
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Betway Premiership side Magesi FC

Da Gama acknowledges Magesi are not off the hook yet

Having turned Seshego Stadium into a fortress and winning five consecutive home games, Magesi FC coach Owen Da Gama has acknowledged that his side is not off…
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Nedbank Cup quarterfinal tie between Mamelodi Sundowns and Sekhukhune United

Sundowns to face Chiefs in Nedbank Cup semifinals 

Mamelodi Sundowns have set a Nedbank Cup semifinal date with Kaizer Chiefs following their 1-0 win over Sekhukhune United in the tournament's quarterfinals…
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SA U20 coach Raymond Mdaka conducting a training session

SA U-20 camp: Mdaka reveals player who left lasting Impression

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka has singled out the player who impressed him most after the SA Under-20 camp in Johannesburg. Mdaka's charges played two…
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