Shauwn Mkhize is a South African entrepreneur, socialite, reality TV star, and philanthropist. She is best known for her role in the reality TV show, KwaMamkhize, which documents her lavish lifestyle and business ventures.
Early life and breakthrough
Shauwn Mkhize was born on 14th October 1973 in Durban, South Africa. She grew up in the township of Umlazi and was raised by her grandmother. Mkhize had a difficult childhood and had to work hard to provide for her family. She started her career as a call center agent and worked her way up to become a successful businesswoman. Her breakthrough came when she started her construction company, Zikhulise Group, which has grown to become one of the largest construction companies in South Africa.
Family, siblings, parents, children
Mkhize is the eldest of four siblings. She has two brothers and one sister. Her parents are both deceased. Mkhize has two children, Andile Mpisane and Sbahle Mpisane, from her previous marriage to businessman Sbu Mpisane. Andile is also a successful businessman and musician.
Education since childhood
Mkhize attended primary and high school in Umlazi. She did not further her education after completing high school, as she had to work to support her family.
Career, music, awards
Mkhize started her career as a call center agent before venturing into the construction industry. She is the founder and CEO of Zikhulise Group, a construction company that has built schools, clinics, and housing for low-income communities. Mkhize is also involved in the entertainment industry and has a record label, West Ink Records, which has produced music for some of South Africa’s top musicians, including Babes Wodumo and Mampintsha.
Mkhize has won several awards for her business acumen, including the Businesswoman of the Year Award at the 2014 South African Women in Property Awards. In 2020, she was awarded the Forbes Woman Africa Entertainer Award.
Houses and cars and other big assets
Mkhize is known for her lavish lifestyle and has several properties in South Africa and overseas. She owns a mansion in La Lucia, Durban, which is valued at over R20 million. She also owns a holiday home in Johannesburg and a luxury apartment in New York. Mkhize is also known for her collection of luxury cars, which includes a Rolls Royce Ghost, a Mercedes-Benz G-Class, and a Lamborghini Urus.
Relationships, baby daddy, boyfriend
Mkhize was previously married to businessman Sbu Mpisane, with whom she has two children. The couple went through a high-profile divorce in 2018. Mkhize has been linked to several high-profile men, including soccer star Andile Jali and businessman Edwin Sodi. However, she has not confirmed any of these relationships.
Other businesses she has and her net worth
Aside from her construction company and record label, Mkhize also owns several other businesses, including a logistics company and a property development company. Her net worth is estimated at over R1 billion, making her one of the wealthiest women in South Africa. Mkhize is also involved in several philanthropic initiatives and has donated millions of rands to various charities and community projects.
