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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

Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo at Orlando Pirates

Chippa United in advanced talks to sign Ndlondlo

Betway Premiership side Chippa United are in advanced talks to complete the major signing of Orlando Pirates midfielder Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo. The Chilli…
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Nicholus Lukhubeni with Sundowns

Kruger United cut ties with former Sundowns defender

As PSL teams are gearing up for the 2025/26 season, Kruger United have cut ties with former Mamelodi Sundowns defender Nicholus Lukhubeni. The right-back…
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Truter at Upington City FC

PSL club eying Brandon Truter for technical director role

Following Brandon Truter’s exit from Upington City FC, Kruger United are eying the experienced coach to take over the technical director role. Truter left…
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Orbit College in action against Cape Town City FC

Orbit College roars into Betway Premiership, CT City’s top-flight journey ends

Orbit College sealed their promotion to the Betway Premiership after claiming a 1-0 victory over Cape Town City FC on Wednesday at a packed Olympia Stadium…
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Abram Mongoya at Upington City FC

Upington City FC appoint Brandon Truter’s replacement

Motsepe Foundation Championship side Upington City FC has moved swiftly to appoint a new coach, Abram Mongoya, to replace Brandon Truter, who left the club…
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Xola Mlambo. Picture courtesy of Marumo Gallants/X

Xola Mlambo breaks silence on Gallants dramatic exit

Former Orlando Pirates and TS Galaxy midfielder Xola Mlambo has broken his silence on his dramatic exit from Marumo Gallants. ‘Ten Ten’ has been a free agent…
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Abdeslam Ouaddou with Marumo Gallants

Orlando Pirates explain surprise Ouaddou appointment

Orlando Pirates media officer Thandi Merafe has explained the thinking behind the surprise appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou as the club’s new head coach. The…
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Newly promoted KZN ABC Motsepe League side Newcastle Warriors FC

‘It’s not about me’: Ex-Chiefs star on securing Motsepe League promotion

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Justice Sithole has opened up on his team, Newcastle Warriors FC, getting promotion to the SAFA KZN ABC Motsepe League for the upcoming…
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Sergio Almenara at Orlando Pirates

Former Pirates coach inks deal with European side FC Copenhagen

Former Orlando Pirates assistant coach Sergio Almenara has inked a deal to join European side FC Copenhagen, marking his third coaching position since…
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Orlando Pirates in a warm-up

Orlando Pirates confirm four Spain pre-season opponents

Orlando Pirates have officially confirmed the four clubs they will face during their upcoming pre-season tour of Spain between the 11th and 19th of July, as…
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Cape Town Spurs in the Motsepe Foundation Championship

CT Spurs withdraw High Court application against Durban City

Cape Town Spurs have dropped their High Court application against Durban City FC, marking a significant development in the ongoing saga. A few weeks ago,…
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Thabiso Monyane at Orlando Pirates

Mako and Monyane accused of betrayal after joining Chiefs

Orlando Pirates legend Moeneeb Josephs has accused Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako of betrayal after making a switch to arch rival Kaizer Chiefs. The duo…
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