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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

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou during a training session
2 months ago

Pirates coach issues injury update ahead of Soweto Derby

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has delivered a crucial double injury boost ahead of Saturday’s sold-out Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs,…
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Donay Jansen during Kaizer Chiefs' training session
2 months ago

Donay Jansen’s performance sparks concern for Chiefs coach

Kaizer Chiefs’ DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach, Vela Khumalo, has opened up about his concerns regarding Donay Jansen’s recent dip in form following…
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Asanele Velebayi in action for Kaizer Chiefs
2 months ago

Ben Youssef explains Asanele Velebayi’s absence

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has addressed the absence of midfielder Asanele Velebayi following the Soweto giants' 2-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC…
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Ethan Chislett and Lebohang Maboe at Kaizer Chiefs
2 months ago

Why it took Ethan Chislett seven months to make his Chiefs debut

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shed light on the seven-month wait for Ethan Chislett to make his competitive debut, an absence that had…
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Mamelodi Sundowns DStv Diski Challenge head coach Tiro van Rooyen addressing the media
2 months ago

Sundowns coach weighs in on intense DDC title race with Pirates

Mamelodi Sundowns DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach Tiro van Rooyen has weighed in on the intensifying title race as his side looks to chase down rivals…
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Nkanyiso Zungu in Magesi FC colours
2 months ago

Nkanyiso Zungu resurfaces at Lerumo Lions

FARPost has it on good authority that former Stellenbosch FC and Orlando Pirates midfielder Nkanyiso Zungu is currently trying his luck with Motsepe…
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Chippa United chairman Chippa Mpengesi addressing the masses
2 months ago

FIFA blow for Chippa: Transfer ban looms while Mpengesi clarifies R53m SARS reports

Chippa United are facing a race against time to avoid a FIFA-imposed transfer ban after being ordered to settle a long-standing debt with former coach Luc…
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Nedbank Cup trophy
2 months ago

‎Nedbank Cup quarter-finals draw revealed

‎The 'Cup of Dreams' lived up to its reputation this past weekend as giants Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates were sent packing in the Nedbank Cup Round…
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Free Agents FC players in action
2 months ago

ABC Motsepe wrap: Leruma remain winless, Free Agents drop points

The SAFA Gauteng ABC Motsepe League action this past weekend saw the title race tighten and the relegation battle worsen, as Leruma United extended their…
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Mamelodi Sundowns DDC side in celebrations after scoring
2 months ago

DDC: Sundowns turn up the heat on leaders Pirates

The 2025/26 DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] title race is intensifying following this weekend's fixtures. While Orlando Pirates appeared nearly untouchable for…
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Coach Dillon Sheppard with Xhosa Manyana at Kaizer Chiefs offices.
2 months ago

The concern Khumalo has regarding Chiefs’ new recruit Manyana

Kaizer Chiefs’ DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] head coach, Vela Khumalo, has delivered a blunt assessment of the club’s recent acquisition, Xhosa Manyana. The…
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Mamelodi Sundowns in celebratory mood after being crowned the Betway Premiership champions
2 months ago

What stands out for Oupa Manyisa about this season’s Betway Prem title race 

Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Oupa 'Ace' Manyisa believes the current Betway Premiership season is one of the most competitive,…
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