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Mauwane Raophala

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

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena
2 years ago

Rulani condemns fan booing incident aimed at Sundowns player

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has come out strong to condemn a section of the club's fans who booed one of their own players during their league…
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UMsinga FC midfielder Thamsanqa Sangweni.
2 years ago

Another lifeline for former Sundowns and Pirates midfielder

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates midfielder Thamsanqa Sangweni has been given another lifeline to revive his football career. Over the weekend,…
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Njapela FC head coach Tshepo Motsoeneng
2 years ago

Tshepo Motsoeneng on course to guide another team to ABC Motsepe National Playoffs

Well-travelled mentor Tshepo Motsoeneng is on course to guide another ABC Motsepe League side to the National Playoffs having secured a spot in the…
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DStv Premiership clash between Richards Bay and Kaizer Chiefs
2 years ago

Kaizer Chiefs slump continues with third straight defeat in KZN

Kaizer Chiefs suffered a third consecutive DStv Premiership defeat following a 1-0 loss to Richards Bay FC at the King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday…
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Cape Town City captain Thamsanqa Mkhize.
2 years ago

What Luyolo Slatsha makes of Thamsanqa Mkhize’s leadership qualities

Cape Town City midfielder Luyolo Slatsha shared his thoughts on the leadership qualities of the club's captain and long-serving player Thamsanqa Mkhize.…
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Katlego Otladisa in Orlando Pirates colours
2 years ago

Agent explains reason behind Katlego Otladisa’s lack of game time at Pirates

Katlego Otladisa's agent Nimrod Mbhalati has explained the reason behind his client's lack of game at Orlando Pirates. Otladisa signed for the Soweto giants…
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Upington City FC appoint Brandon Truter.
2 years ago

Upington City confirm Brandon Truter’s appointment

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Upington City FC have confirmed the appointment of Brandon Truter, who joins the club's technical team with immediate…
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Goalkeeper Sphamandla Gumede
2 years ago

Orbit College coach reacts to Pirates’ decision on loanee Gumede

Orbit College assistant coach Kabelo Machete has reacted to the decision made by Orlando Pirates regarding goalkeeper Sphamandla Gumede, who is currently on…
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Sekhukhune United midfielder Keletso Sifama.
2 years ago

Seema gives verdict on ex-Chiefs man Keletso Sifama’s debut

Sekhukhune United coach Lehlohonolo Seema has given his verdict on ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Keletso Sifama. Sifama made his Sekhukhune debut in their 1-1…
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TS Galaxys midfielder Thato Khiba
2 years ago

‘I was disappointed, but…’: Khiba on Chiefs’ departure

Former Kaizer Chiefs youth player Thato Khiba has opened up on his departure at Amakhosi before he could be promoted to the first team. The 27-year-old…
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DStv Premiership clash between Sekhukhune United and Stellenbosch FC
2 years ago

Talking points as Sekhukhune and Stellenbosch share the spoils

Sekhukhune United and Stellenbosch FC played out to a 1-1 draw in the DStv Premiership at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Wednesday night. Below…
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Cape Town City midfielder Luyolo Slatsha
2 years ago

How Eric Tinkler changed Luyolo Slatsha’s game

Cape Town City FC midfielder Luyolo Slatsha has revealed how coach Eric Tinkler has changed his game since his promotion to the senior team. Slatsha, 21, was…
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