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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

Abubeker Nasir at Mechal SC

Abubeker Nasir returns to Ethiopia after injury-laden Sundowns spell

Mamelodi Sundowns winger Abubeker Nasir has officially returned to his home country, Ethiopia, to join Mechal SC following a dismal spell with the…
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Khulumani Ndamane

Cardoso explains Khulumani Ndamane’s absence at Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has clarified the surprise absence of Khulumani Ndamane from the matchday squad during the early stages of the…
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Samkelo Zwane at Kaizer Chiefs training

Kaizer Chiefs confirm loan moves for Samkelo Zwane and Bontle Molefe

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the departure of midfielder Samkelo Zwane and goalkeeper Bontle Molefe, with the duo set to spend the 2026/27 season on loan at…
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Sihle Nduli at training with Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates issue update on Sihle Nduli after ankle injury blow

Orlando Pirates have issued an injury update on Sihle Nduli, who suffered an ankle setback during Wednesday's Betway Premiership clash against AmaZulu FC at…
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Langelihle Phili in action for Kaizer Chiefs

‘We signed Phili for this’: Da Cruz hails Chiefs starlet’s breakthrough

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has reacted to Langelihle Phili’s goal during their 1-1 draw against Mamelodi Sundowns in a Betway Premiership…
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Aden McCarthy at Azerbaijani outfit Sabah FK

Inacio Miguel pinpoints key quality that sets Aden McCarthy apart from PSL youngsters

Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has highlighted the key qualities that set Aden McCarthy apart from other Premier Soccer League [PSL] youngsters…
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Siphesihle Maduna at TS Galaxy

Why Arthur Zwane insists Siphesihle Maduna will transform AmaZulu

AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane has explained why midfielder Siphesihle Maduna’s return to the club will be a game-changer for Usuthu in the 2026/27…
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Neo Rapoo in action at Orlando Pirates

Gavin Hunt makes bold claim about Neo Rapoo’s left-back battle at Orlando Pirates

Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has thrown his full weight behind new Orlando Pirates defender Neo Rapoo, making a bold assertion about the left-back's…
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Sihle Nduli at Orlando Pirates training

‘I hope we didn’t lose him’: Abdeslam Ouaddou addresses Sihle Nduli injury

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has opened up on the injury sustained by Sihle Nduli during their 1-1 Betway Premiership draw against AmaZulu FC…
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Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya at AmaZulu FC

‘I don’t deal with lazy players’: Arthur Zwane slams AmaZulu striker after Pirates draw

AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane has delivered a scathing assessment of striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya, branding him a "lazy thinker" despite his goal…
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Teboho Mokoena at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium

Mamelodi Sundowns coach hits out at PSL officiating over Teboho Mokoena injury

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has provided an injury update on Teboho Mokoena after the midfielder missed the club's Betway Premiership opener…
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Mamelodi Sundowns against TS Galaxy

Four key observations as Sundowns secure dramatic win over Galaxy

Mamelodi Sundowns claimed a dramatic victory against TS Galaxy in their 2026/27 Betway Premiership opener at Mbombela Stadium, with substitute Sphelele…
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