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Mauwane Raophala

Senior Journalist and social media liaison
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Betway Premiership, Motsepe Foundation Championship, South African Football, Player Transfers, Tactical Analysis, Sports Journalism, Social Media Strategy | English
Mauwane Raophala Senior Journalist & Social Media Liaison SAFJA-Accredited | 2024 FARPost Most Improved Journalist Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional specializing in high-stakes reporting on South African football. Originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo, he serves as a core editorial member at FARPost, where he bridges the gap between breaking news and deep-dive analysis. A University of Limpopo alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies, Mauwane began his career in 2018 with a focus on rigorous research and monitoring at Gender Links and Tenacity Magazine. Since joining the FARPost team in September 2020, he has evolved from a researcher into a prominent voice in soccer journalism, recognized for providing unique “Information Gain” on player movements and tactical shifts in the Betway Premiership (PSL) and Motsepe Foundation Championship (NFD).

Mauwane Raophala

Nsingizini Hotspurs FC head coach Mandla Qhogi
5 hours ago

How Mandla Qhogi plans to approach next season after treble-winning season in Eswatini

Ex-Orlando Pirates development coach Mandla Qhogi has revealed how his side, Nsingizini Hotspurs FC, plans to approach the upcoming season following a…
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Hope FC players before a game in the SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs
2 days ago

Hope FC crowned ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs champions

The Western Cape's Sea Point Swifts [Hope FC] have been crowned the 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs champions. They defeated North West…
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North West University in celebratory mood
3 days ago

NWU and Hope FC secure Motsepe Foundation Championship promotion

North West University [NWU] and Sea Point Swifts [Hope FC] have officially secured promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship for the upcoming season.…
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Luther Singh in action for AEL Limassol
3 days ago

Luther Singh explains why he decided to extend his stay at AEL Limassol

South African winger Luther Singh has opened up about his decision to commit his long-term future to Cypriot First Division side AEL Limassol. The Stars of…
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MacBeth Sibaya in FC Ravens colours
4 days ago

FC Ravens coach applauds MacBeth Sibaya’s ‘huge’ impact

FC Ravens head coach Sibusiso Mapompo has shared his thoughts on the influence of the former Bafana Bafana international MacBeth Sibaya within the club's…
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Western Cape ABC Motsepe League side Hope FC
5 days ago

ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs semi-finalists confirmed

The 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs draw for the semi-finals was conducted on Thursday afternoon after the last round of group stage…
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Mpheni Defenders players lining up for a team picture
6 days ago

DAY 2: Mpheni sent packing in Motsepe League National Playoffs

The heat has been turned up at the SAFA 2025/26 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs, with day two delivering goals, and the tournament’s first casualty in…
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Craig Martin in celebratory mood after scoring for Hope FC
6 days ago

Hope FC coach explains Craig Martin’s key role

Hope FC head coach Dylan Deane has explained Craig Martin's key role at the club following the former PSL's satisfying displays at the ongoing SAFA ABC…
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Hope FC players celebrating with their fans
7 days ago

ABC Motsepe National Playoffs: Joy for NC Professionals, Hope FC on Day 1

The much-anticipated 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs officially kicked off on Tuesday, 2 June, delivering entertaining football at Mthatha…
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Thapelo Maseko
1 week ago

Luther Singh reveals how Thapelo Maseko settled at AEL Limassol

South African forward Luther Singh has opened up about how Bafana Bafana international Thapelo Maseko hit the ground running at Cypriot outfit AEL Limassol.…
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Lerumo Lions FC striker Ntuthuko Mlotshwa in celebratory mood
1 week ago

Mlotshwa reflects on Motsepe Foundation Championship Golden Boot triumph

Lerumo Lions FC forward Ntuthuko Mlotshwa has reflected on his historic campaign after finishing the 2025/26 Motsepe Foundation Championship season as the…
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Bafana Bafana during a training session
1 week ago

‘We’re made to look like fools’: McKenzie on Bafana visa debacle

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has pulled no punches in his view of the SA Football Association [SAFA], labelling the recent Bafana…
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