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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

Lesotho head coach Leslie Notsi addressing the media

What Lesotho coach demands from his players ahead of Bafana tie

Lesotho senior national team head coach Leslie Notsi has revealed what he demands from his players ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier tie against…
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Richards Bay FC boss Sifiso 'Jomo' Biyela addressing members of the media

Latest update on Richards Bay FC transfer FIFA ban

Richards Bay FC have provided an update on their FIFA transfer ban, which stems from unpaid compensation to their former defender Abdi Banda. Six days ago,…
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Marumo Gallants' Masindi Nemtajela with his teammates

Gallants midfielder linked with three Betway Premiership clubs

A Marumo Gallants midfielder has been linked with a move to three Betway Premiership clubs following his decent displays in the ongoing campaign. The…
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Stellenbosch FC star Thabo Moloisane in action for Bafana Bafana during the 2024 COSAFA CUP

What Thabo Moloisane is banking on to shine at Bafana

With his sights set on making his mark in the national team, Stellenbosch FC defender Thabo Moloisane has outlined what he believes will help him excel at…
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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos addressing the media

Another Bafana setback: Sundowns star out ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Faced with another squad disruption, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has acted swiftly, replacing a Mamelodi Sundowns star ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup…
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Mahlatse Makudubela in action for AS Vita Club

Mahlatse Makudubela discusses challenges he has faced in DRC 

SA winger Mahlatse Makudubela has spoken about the challenges he has faced since he arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo [DRC], where he signed for AS…
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Miguel Cardoso coaching at FNB Stadium during a game

Cardoso: ‘It’s never happened in my career’

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso pointed out a unique occurrence in the match against Orlando Pirates, marking the first time he has witnessed it in…
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Orlando Pirates star Patrick Maswanganyi in celebratory mood in Bafana Bafana colours

Broos slams Pirates over Patrick Maswanganyi

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has slammed Orlando Pirates for their handling of the Patrick Maswanganyi situation, as the midfielder could not join the…
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Coach Lehlohonolo Seema lifting the People's Cup

Lehlohonolo Seema lifts trophy with Lesotho side

Coach Lehlohonolo Seema lifted a trophy with Lesotho side Bantu FC over the weekend, two weeks after cutting ties with Betway Premiership outfit Sekhukhune…
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Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League side FC Ravens

FC Ravens book provincial playoffs spot 

FC Ravens have booked a spot in the provincial playoffs of SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League following their 2-0 win over G-Millionaires on Saturday…
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SA U-20 national team celebrating a goal

What it means for SA football development to have U-17 and U-20 at AFCON

Amajimbos coach Vela Khumalo has shared his thoughts on what it means for SA to have the Under-17 and U-20 at the upcoming AFCON tournaments. This follows…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi with Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng during Orlando Pirates' warm up session

What Mbokazi must do to keep shining at Pirates

With an eye on Mbekezeli Mbokazi's future within the Orlando Pirates senior team, club legend and DDC coach Joseph Makhanya has provided critical advice on…
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