Tokelo Mokhesi

Senior Journalist & Sub-Editor
Top 10 AIPS Sport Media Awards - 2020 | Editorial Oversight, Sub-Editing, Betway Premiership Analysis, Bafana Bafana Coverage, Research-Driven Storytelling, Football Business | English
Tokelo Mokhesi is a versatile journalist and Sub-Editor at FARPost with over six years of experience in the South African and international media landscape. Known for technical precision and research-driven storytelling, he has contributed to leading publications including Soccer Laduma (Digital & Newspaper), The Mail & Guardian, Goal.com, Womenโ€™s CricZone, and The New Age. His work earned global recognition in 2020 when he ranked in the Top 10 of the AIPS Sport Media Awards out of nearly 1,900 entries worldwide. In addition to his editorial roles, Tokelo provided coverage for the Mzansi Super League under the Central Gauteng Lions and Cricket South Africa. Combining a Diploma in Journalism with a BCom in Entrepreneurship, Tokelo specialises in editorial oversight and feature writing.

Tokelo Mokhesi

Mohamed Shawky in action for Kafr El Sheikh SC in Egypt
2 years ago

Egyptian footballer dies following on-field collapse

Egyptian football was plunged into mourning on Tuesday as news broke of the untimely death of player Mohamed Shawky, who suffered a cardiac arrest during aโ€ฆ
Kaizer Chiefs players celebrating a goal in the Home of Legends Cup
2 years ago

‘That boyโ€™s mind has been messed up’: Josta Dladla on Chiefs star

Josta Dladla may not be a psychologist, but the former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder has expressed serious concerns about the mental state of one of the club'sโ€ฆ
SuperSport United striker Samir Nurkoviฤ‡ posing for a picture
2 years ago

Samir Nurkovic’s expectations under Gavin Hunt’s guidance at SuperSport

Newly-signed SuperSport United striker Samir Nurkoviฤ‡ has shared his expectations of working under four-time league champion Gavin Hunt at the club.โ€ฆ
A Kaizer Chiefs fan on the field of play
2 years ago

Kaizer Chiefs penalised by PSL for repeated fan misbehaviour

Kaizer Chiefs have been handed a hefty fine of R150,000 by the PSL Disciplinary Committee [DC] for repeated fan misbehaviour. The Soweto giants appearedโ€ฆ
Mohau Nkota and Relebohile Mofokeng during a game at Orlando Pirates
2 years ago

Hugo Broos claims credit for PSL’s youth talent surge

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has taken credit for the recent surge of young talent in the SA elite league. The Belgian tactician, who guided Southโ€ฆ
Wydad Casablanca's Rulani Mokwena walking before a game
2 years ago

Wydad issues scathing statement on alleged racial abuse of Rulani Mokwena

Wydad Casablanca have issued a scathing statement after coach Rulani Mokwena was allegedly subjected to racial abuse. The incident occurred during the Botolaโ€ฆ
Dr Irvin Khoza at a presser in Parktown
2 years ago

PSL boss Irvin Khoza clarifies reasons for Betway Prem trophy delay

With the 2024/2025 season already in full swing, PSL chairman Irvin Khoza has provided an explanation for the delay in unveiling the new Betway Premiershipโ€ฆ
Referee confrontation by Orlando Pirates players during a PSL game
2 years ago

Orlando Pirates fined by PSL for spectator misbehaviour

Orlando Pirates have been slapped with a R100,000 fine by the PSL Disciplinary Committee for spectator misbehaviour during a recent match. The fine stemsโ€ฆ
Nasreddine Nabi of Kaizer Chiefs walking to the pitch ahead of a game.
2 years ago

Manqoba Mngqithi points out biggest mistake Nabi could make

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi believes thereโ€™s one crucial mistake Kaizer Chiefs' mentor, Nasreddine Nabi, should avoid as he navigates theโ€ฆ
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi addressing the media at FNB Stadium after beating Kaizer Chiefs. Nhlanhla Matshoma (FreshOnSnaps)
2 years ago

Beyond the scoreline: Mngqithi’s unmet expectations in 4-0 hammering of Chiefs

Despite a resounding 4-0 victory over Kaizer Chiefs in the Carling Knockout Cup quarter-final, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi expressedโ€ฆ
Haashim Domingo of Cape Town City FC at training
2 years ago

‘Maybe that’s what he’s lacking’: Tinkler on Haashim Domingo

Cape Town City FC coach Eric Tinkler has identified an element Haashim Domingo could be lacking following his return to the Betway Premiership. Tinklerโ€ฆ
AmaZulu FC's co-coach, Vusimuzi Vilakazi, remains untroubled and has offered insights into why the team is not in a state of alarm.
2 years ago

Kanu’s confidence: Why AmaZulu coach isnโ€™t alarmed by 5 successive defeats, 10 goals conceded

Despite suffering defeats in their last five matches across all competitions, AmaZulu FC's co-coach, Vusimuzi Vilakazi, remains untroubled and has explainedโ€ฆ