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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

Kaizer Chiefs players in jubilation mood.
2 years ago

Mandla Masango offers Chiefs’ assessment of first round of the season 

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mandla Masango has weighed in on Amakhosi's assessment of the first half of the DStv Premiership season.  The Soweto giants…
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Percy Tau of Bafana Bafana before a a game
2 years ago

Tau takes responsibility, looks ahead after missed penalty haunts Bafana

Korhogo, Ivory Coast: Bafana Bafana star Percy Tau shouldered the blame for the national team's 2-0 defeat to Mali in their opening AFCON clash, a result…
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Peter Shalulile playing for Namibia
2 years ago

Namibia veteran counting on Peter Shalulile’s ‘silent strength’

While Peter Shalulile's goalscoring exploits for the Brave Warriors have earned him plaudits and headlines, veteran defender Ananias Junior Gebhardt has shed…
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Dr Kaizer Motaung of Kaizer Chiefs at an event
2 years ago

Chiefs seek patience in coach hunt: Dr Motaung emphasises long-term approach

Kaizer Chiefs chairman Dr Kaizer Motaung has urged fans to exercise patience as the club meticulously conducts its search for a new head coach. The Soweto…
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Gavin Hunt during his time Kaizer Chiefs
2 years ago

Gavin Hunt says Kaizer Chiefs are finally doing what he hoped for

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt says Amakhosi are finally doing what he hoped for during his time at the club. Hunt spent a season at Naturena before…
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Teboho Mokoena in action for Mamelodi Sundowns
2 years ago

The promise Teboho Mokoena made to Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena has revealed the promise he made to the club's chairman Tlhopie Motsepe in 2022. Mokoena was signed by Sundowns…
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Kaizer Chiefs in action against AmaZulu FC in. The Carling Knockout Cup
2 years ago

AmaZulu FC net late to sink Chiefs in Carling Cup

AmaZulu FC netted a late winner in the Carling Knockout Cup to eliminate Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday night. Chiefs welcomed AmaZulu at FNB Stadium on Saturday…
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Keletso Makgalwa in Mamelodi Sundowns colours
2 years ago

PSL club snap up Keletso Makgalwa

Following his exit from Mamelodi Sundowns, Keletso Makgalwa has been snapped up by a PSL club. Makgalwa parted ways with Sundowns on mutual consent as he was…
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Joseph Mhlongo in actin for Polokwane City in the Nedbank Cup
2 years ago

Former Polokwane City striker Joseph Mhlongo finds new home

Former Polokwane City striker Joseph Mhlongo has found a new home after spending three months without a club. Mhlongo parted ways with Polokwane City at the…
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Lebohang Maboe in action for Mamelodi Sundowns
2 years ago

Lebohang Maboe identifies three TS Galaxy dangermen ahead of Carling Black Label clash

Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Lebohang Maboe has identified three dangermen for TS Galaxy ahead of their Carling Black Label Knockout clash. Sundowns will face…
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Hugo Broos addressing the media
2 years ago

Hugo Broos on what Bafana Bafana can learn from Springboks

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has given a suggestion on what his troops can learn from the Springboks as they prepare for a friendly match against…
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Thabo Mnyamane celebrating MTN8 final win with SuperSport United
2 years ago

Thabo Mnyamane resurfaces at PSL club

Former SuperSport United midfielder Thabo Mnyamane has resurfaced at a PSL club as he continues his search for the next destination. Mnyamane endured a…
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