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Tshepo Rabothe

Senior journalist - FARPost
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Betway Premiership, SAFJA Excellence, Player Transfers, Tactical Match Analysis, South African Football Culture |
​Tshepo Rabothe is a Gauteng-based Senior Sports Journalist at FARPost (Pty) Ltd. Specialising in the Betway Premiership and South African football culture, he is recognised for delivering high-impact, exclusive interviews with the league’s top coaches, players, and influential industry role players. ​In 2025, Tshepo was nominated for the SAFJA Young Journalist of the Year by the South African Football Journalists Association. This distinction validates his technical expertise and professional authority within the competitive sports media landscape. His reporting provides critical “Information Gain” on club dynamics and industry shifts, cementing his status as a primary contributor to the South African football discourse.

Tshepo Rabothe

Abdoulaye Mariko at Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou delivers verdict on Pirates’ midfield ace Mariko

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has given his verdict on the club's new midfield ace Abdoulaye Mariko following the MTN8 clash against Polokwane…
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Junior Mendieta with Mamelodi Sundowns

Former Sundowns star Junior Mendieta joins new club

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch FC star Junior Mendieta has joined a new club following his departure from Saudi Arabian side Al-Faisaly. The…
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Medupi Thokolo at Sekhukhune United

Sekhukhune United confirm another exciting signing

Betway Premiership Sekhukhune United has confirmed another new signing, announcing the latest addition to their squad: defender Medupi Thokolo from Casric…
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Riaan Hanamub at AmaZulu FC

AmaZulu defender reflects on missing out on Chiefs/Pirates move

After being linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates in the past few seasons, AmaZulu FC defender Riaan Hanamub has reflected on missing out on the big…
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Chippa United in a training session

Chippa United poised to sign PSL award winner

Chippa United are poised to bolster their goalkeeping department with the signing of PSL award winner Dumisani Msibi. Msibi spent the previous season in the…
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Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi at MTN8 Launch

‘I was surprised’: Sibisi on Pirates’ new signing

Newly appointed Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi has opened up on the club's latest additions, revealing one signing that caught him by surprise.…
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Lucas Ribeiro Costa with Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns defender addresses Lucas Ribeiro’s potential exit

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Keanu Cupido has addressed the ongoing transfer speculation surrounding teammate Lucas Ribeiro Costa, speaking out on the…
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Rushine De Reuck at Simba SC

Simba SC confirm Sundowns defender’s arrival

Tanzanian giants Simba SC have officially confirmed the arrival of talented defender Rushine De Reuck from Mamelodi Sundowns, bolstering their squad ahead of…
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Tshegofatso Mabasa in Orlando Pirates preseason

Mabasa shares honest take on Pirates coach Ouaddou

Orlando Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa has given his honest take on the club's new head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou. The Moroccan mentor took over the hot…
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Marumo Gallants in a pitch walkabout

Marumo Gallants face points deduction over clearance certificate saga

Betway Premiership side Marumo Gallants are facing a points deduction over the clearance certificate saga involving talented midfielder Monde Mphambaniso.…
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Fawaaz Basadien at Stellenbosch FC

Stellenbosch FC bid farewell to Fawaaz Basadien

Stellenbosch FC have bid farewell to their key defender Fawaaz Basadien following his transfer to reigning Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns.…
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Lesego sebetlela at Sekhukhune United

Chippa United eyeing ex-Sekhukhune defender

With the new Betway Premiership season on the horizon, Chippa United are eyeing former Sekhukhune United defender Lesego Sebetlela. Chippa has been one of…
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