Mthokozisi Dube

Mthokozisi Dube: The Storyteller of African Football ​Mthokozisi Dube is a seasoned and highly decorated sports journalist currently serving as the Editor of FARPost, one of South Africa’s leading football news publications. With over 15 years of experience in the media industry, Dube has established himself as a “teller of football tales,” renowned for his ability to unearth the “untold stories” of players and personalities within the game. ​His journalism career is defined by versatility and international reach. Before taking the helm at FARPost, Dube worked for prestigious regional and international publications, including BBC Africa, where he covered diverse sporting codes such as football, athletics, and squash. His portfolio also includes significant tenures at the Daily Nation in Kenya (covering politics), Mmegi in Botswana, and the Daily Monitor in Uganda. Locally, he honed his investigative skills as a crime reporter for The New Age, where he was named Best Reporter of the Year consecutively in 2015 and 2016. ​Dube’s excellence in sports writing has been widely recognized by his peers. Most notably, he was awarded the prestigious Written Journalist of the Year at the 2025 South African Football Journalists Association (SAFJA) Awards, solidifying his status as a premier voice in local soccer. He is also a recipient of major industry accolades, including recognition at the SAB Sports Media Awards. ​At FARPost, Dube drives the editorial direction, providing sharp analysis on the Premier Soccer League (PSL), breaking transfer news, and delivering deep-dive features on clubs like Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns. His work goes beyond match statistics, focusing on the human elements that define the beautiful game.

Mthokozisi Dube

Bafana Bafana players jetting off a plane
2 years ago

My unforgettable flight with Bafana Bafana

The flight back was more than just a journey home; it was a glimpse into the soul of a team that had captured the hearts of a nation. They may not have…
Mthokozisi Dube's AFCON adventure
2 years ago

My AFCON adventure: From motorbike mishaps to mistaken dog dinners

The AFCON is a whirlwind of passion, drama, and...well, sometimes, pure comedy. Covering Bafana Bafana at the 2023 tournament in Ivory Coast, I experienced…
Ivory Coast players celebrating a goal at AFCON
2 years ago

Elephants charge towards redemption: Ivory Coast faces Nigeria in AFCON final

Abidjan, Ivory Coast: From despair to joy, Ivory Coast's AFCON journey to the final has been a testament to resilience, comebacks, and unexpected heroes.…
Bafana Bafana players including Teboo Mokoena celebrating Hugo Broos at AFCON
2 years ago

Teboho Mokoena on Hugo Broos: “This coach is the best we’ve had in 24 years”

Abidjan, Ivory Coast: Bafana Bafana star midfielder Teboho Mokoena has reserved special praise for Coach Hugo Broos, insisting he “is the best we’ve had in…
Bafana Bafana looking all sad after defeat to Nigeria at AFCON
2 years ago

What Troost-Ekong and Iheanacho said about Bafana Bafana

Nigerian duo of William Troost-Ekong and Kelechi Iheanacho have heaped praise on Bafana Bafana following their closely contested semi-final clash at the 2023…
Kaizer Chiefs players at training
2 years ago

Kaizer Chiefs make key decisions on trio’s futures

Kaizer Chiefs have made key decisions for three senior team players, ending speculation on their future.  The club confirmed on Thursday that…
Hugo Broos and José Peseiro during AFCON games
2 years ago

Peseiro vs Broos: Tactical masterminds to face off

The stage is set for a thrilling AFCON semi-final clash with two tactical masterminds Hugo Broos and José Peseiro facing off on Wednesday evening. Peseiro’s…
Helman Mkhalele of Bafana Bafana addressing the media
2 years ago

Mkhalele shares 2000 semi-final heartbreak lessons ahead of Nigeria rematch

As the AFCON trophy gleams under the harsh Ivory Coast sun, it is a cruel reminder of both past glory and heartache for Helman Mkhalele. Mkhalele, etched…
Bafana Bafana winger Mihlali Mayambela
2 years ago

‘They give me goosebumps when they play’: Mihlali Mayambela on Bafana duo

Bafana Bafana winger Mihlali Mayambela has heaped praise on two of his national team teammates, saying they “give me goosebumps when they play”. This comes…
Hugo Broos of Bafana Bafana at AFCON
2 years ago

OPINION: Hugo Broos – Sculpting Bafana Bafana into AFCON titans

Hugo Broos arrived, not with a magic wand, but a sculptor's hammer! South African football stood before him like a rough block of marble, long wedded to the…
Ronwen Williams
2 years ago

Ronwen Williams: turning tragedy into success

A wave of memory washed over me as I saw Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams sink to his knees, head bowed after each saved a penalty. It wasn't just the…
Evidence Makgopa at Bafana AFCON
2 years ago

Evidence Makgopa’s heartfelt pledge to Hugo Broos ahead of AFCON crunch tie

Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast: Ahead of Bafana Bafana's crucial AFCON quarter-final clash, striker Evidence Makgopa has made a heartfelt pledge to coach Hugo…