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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

Iqraam Rayners and Deano van Rooyen duirng their Stellenbosch FC days
2 years ago

Steve Barker addresses Rayners and Van Rooyen departures

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has addressed the departures of key players Iqraam Rayners and Deano van Rooyen, who both left the club to join…
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Stellenbosch FC XI
2 years ago

Stellenbosch FC claim 3-0 win in first-ever CAF match

Stellenbosch FC hammered Eswatini’s Nsingizini Hotspurs 3-0 at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in their first-ever CAF Confederation Cup encounter on…
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Bafana Bafana players
2 years ago

CONFIRMED: Bafana to face Uganda at Orlando Stadium

SAFA have confirmed that the CAF 2025 AFCON qualifier clash between Bafana Bafana and Uganda will take place at Orlando Stadium in Soweto next month. The…
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Orlando Pirates players
2 years ago

Will Sundowns’ new setup benefit Pirates? Bucs legend answers

Orlando Pirates legend Lucky Lekgwathi has shared his thoughts on whether Mamelodi Sundowns' technical team changes will give the Buccaneers an edge to win…
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Orebotse Mongae striking the ball
2 years ago

Orebotse Mongae joins Upington City

Former TS Galaxy winger Orebotse 'Bobo' Mongae will play his football at Motsepe Foundation Championship side Upington City next season. The 31-year-old…
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Former Sekhukhune United defender Tshepo Rikhotso
2 years ago

Marumo Gallants bolster defence with Tshepo Rikhotso signing

In an effort to solidify their backline, Marumo Gallants have secured the services of defender Tshepo Rikhotso on a two-year-deal. On Wednesday, FARPost…
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Malukele Mathonsi in Casric Stars colours
2 years ago

Malukele Mathonsi opens up about his unpleasant departure from Casric Stars

Former Casric Stars captain Malukele Mathonsi has made shocking revelations following his departure from the Motsepe Foundation Championship side. Mathonsi…
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Wydad Casablanca technical team
2 years ago

Rulani Mokwena explains why he recruited Allan Freese to Wydad

Wydad Casablanca tactician Rulani Mokwena has shed light on why he chose to add coach Allan Freese to the Moroccan giants coaching staff. Mokwena joined…
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AmaZulu DDC coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi
2 years ago

Vusimuzi Vilakazi finds new home

AmaZulu FC have confirmed the appointment of coach Vusimuzi Vilakazi following his shocking departure from Richards Bay FC. 'Kanu', as he is popularly known…
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Cape Town City FC head coach Eric Tinkler
2 years ago

CT City coach Eric Tinkler on potential new signings

Cape Town City FC coach Eric Tinkler has commented on the possibility of signing more players before the transfer window period closes next month. The…
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Former Sekhukhune United defender Tshepo Rikhotso
2 years ago

Tshepo Rikhotso resurfaces at Marumo Gallants

FARPost has established that experienced defender Tshepo Rikhotso has resurfaced at the Betway Premiership side Marumo Gallants following his departure from…
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Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando Pirates
2 years ago

Former Pirates captain weighs in on Patrick Maswanganyi’s behaviour

Former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi has weighed in on Patrick Maswanganyi's behaviour following the elbow incident and arguing with the…
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