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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

Glody Lilepo in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Lilepo’s solo goal earns Chiefs victory against Stellenbosch

Glody Lilepo's solo goal was enough to earn Kaizer Chiefs maximum points as they beat Stellenbosch FC 1-0 in a Betway Premiership clash at Athlone Stadium in…
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ABC Motsepe League side Mpumalanga Football Academy

SAFA expel ABC Motsepe League side 

SAFA Mpumalanga has made a firm decision to expel Mpumalanga Football Academy from the provincial ABC Motsepe League. This decisive action taken by SAFA…
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SAFA president Danny Jordaan during ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs in Upington

SAFA boss Danny Jordaan cleared of theft, faces remaining fraud allegations

The State has dropped the theft charges against Danny Jordaan, the president of the SA Football Association [SAFA], and his co-accused, Gronie Hluyo, who…
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Andy Boyeli of Sekhukhune United

PSL announce monthly awards winners for January 

The Premier Soccer League [PSL] have announced the winners of the Betway Premiership awards for January 2025. Sekhukhune United's Andy Boyeli, Cape Town City…
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Tashreeq Matthews celebrating a goal at Mamelodi Sundowns

Matthews bags brace as Sundowns claim Tshwane Derby bragging rights

After the Soweto Derby over the weekend, the attention turned to the Betway Premiership Tshwane Derby, where Tashreeq Matthews scored a brace as Mamelodi…
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Morgan Mammila in Chippa United colours

Why Chippa United brought back Morgan Mammila for third stint

Chippa United head coach Thabo September has revealed why they have brought back Morgan Mammila within The Chilli Boys' technical team. Mammila has returned…
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Tshegofatso Mabasa during Orlando Pirates warm-up session

The two former Orlando Pirates players who inspire Mabasa

Orlando Pirates forward Tshegofatso Mabasa has named two former Buccaneers players as sources of inspiration. The 28-year-old has been outstanding for the…
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Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League side Sinenkani FC

SAFA take decisive decision against Motsepe League side

SAFA Eastern Cape has taken a decisive decision to suspend all Sinenkani FC's ABC Motsepe League fixtures pending a disciplinary hearing on four counts of…
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Former Bafana Bafana coach Shakes Mashaba

Family issue update on coach Shakes Mashaba’s health

The family of the former Bafana Bafana coach Ephraim 'Shakes' Mashaba has issued an update on his health following his hospitalisation a few days ago.…
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Former FC Sivutsa NPC captain Abram Nkadimeng

JDR Stars sign FC Sivutsa’s longest-serving captain

Motsepe Foundation Championship side JDR Stars have acquired the services of FC Sivutsa NPC's longest-serving captain, Abram Nkadimeng. 'Tower', as he is…
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Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League side Sinenkani FC

ABC Motsepe League match called off due to absent officials

The SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League clash between Sinenkani FC and G-Millionaires FC did not take place, as the match officials never showed up for the…
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Peter Shalulile in celebratory mood after scoring for Mamelodi Sundowns

Shalulile scores brace as Sundowns thrash Arrows

Super-sub Peter Shalulile scored a brace when Mamelodi Sundowns collected maximum points at Lucas Moripe Stadium following their 4-0 victory over Golden…
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