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, Women’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

Thembinkosi Lorch celebrating a goal with teammates in the Nedbank Cup
3 years ago

All Stars coach Badela makes huge Thembinkosi Lorch claim

All Stars coach Sinethemba Badela has made a huge claim on Orlando Pirates midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch who returned to action on Saturday after a lengthy…
Christian Saile Basomboli in action for Kaizer Chiefs
3 years ago

“He’s a soldier of note”: Arthur Zwane describes Christian Saile

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has described Christian Saile Basomboli as a ‘soldier of note’ as the club’s new striker worked like a trojan in the Nedbank…
Kevin De Bruyne at Manchester City
3 years ago

Kevin De Bruyne relishing Sundowns’ participation in his tournament

International superstar Kevin De Bruyne is eagerly looking forward to hosting South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns' youth team in his Cup competition. The…
Thamsanqa Gabuza of SuperSport United
3 years ago

Hunt explains why he deployed Thamsanqa Gabuza in central defence

SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt has explained the reasons behind the decision to play Thamsanqa Gabuza as a centre-back in the club’s shock 2-1 defeat to…
Mamelodi Sundowns players during a DStv Premiership game
3 years ago

Sundowns’ weaknesses exposed despite win over Richards Bay

Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns might have sent Richards Bay packing in their Nedbank Cup round of 32 match, but the Tshwane giants’ weaknesses were…
Mamelodi Sundowns during a DStv Premiership game
3 years ago

Mokwena reveals bizarre routine that could keep Mailula grounded

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has revealed an uncommon method he has been applying to ensure in-form starlet Cassius Mailula stays grounded. With…
Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat at training
3 years ago

How Khama Billiat is dealing with injury and contract situation at Chiefs

Blowing hot and cold, battling injuries and no success in terms of trophies in four seasons fittingly describes what has been a nightmarish spell for Khama…
Onyekachi Okonkwo during his Orlando Pirates days with teammates
3 years ago

What Onyekachi Okonkwo regrets about his Orlando Pirates stint

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Onyekachi Okonkwo is still hurt by the fact that he did not win a major trophy with the Soweto giants during his time at…
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro at a training session
3 years ago

Onyekachi Okonkwo sees massive potential in Jose Riveiro’s Orlando Pirates

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Onyekachi Okonkwo believes Jose Riveiro is in possession of a squad that is strong enough to halt Mamelodi Sundowns'…
Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Siyethemba Sithebe at training.
3 years ago

How Antipas plucked Sithebe and Njabulo Ngcobo from obscurity 

Joey Antipas might have spent a single season in the DStv Premiership, but how he plucked Kaizer Chiefs duo Siyethemba Sithebe and Njabulo Ngcobo from…
Kaizer Chiefs have bolstered their squad with the signings of two highly-rated foreign players in, Congolese striker Christian Saile Basomboli and Botswana international Thatayaone Ditlhokwe.
3 years ago

Kaizer Chiefs bolster squad with highly-rated foreign duo

Kaizer Chiefs have bolstered their squad with the signings of two highly-rated foreign players in Congolese striker Christian Saile Basomboli and Botswana…
Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane did not beat around the bush as he made it clear that he will continue to show faith in the club’s youngsters, remembering the adage: ‘The future belongs to young people’.
3 years ago

Arthur Zwane to stick to his guns on Chiefs’ youngsters ahead of Sundowns showdown

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane did not beat around the bush as he made it clear that he will continue to show faith in the club’s youngsters, remembering…