Full Name: Shauwn Mkhize 
Date of Birth: April 6 (Year not publicly available) 
Place of Birth: Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa 
Profession: Businesswoman, Television Personality, Football Club Owner
Known For: Founder of Zikhulise Group, Owner of Royal AM FC, Star of *Kwa Mam’ Mkhize*

Nickname: Mamkhize

Early Life and Education

Shauwn Mkhize was born and raised in Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal, and is the daughter of Florence Mkhize, a respected ANC veteran and anti-apartheid activist. Shauwn grew up with a sense of social responsibility and ambition.

She studied at ML Sultan Technikon (now Durban University of Technology) and graduated with a Diploma in Accounting in 1996.

Early Career and Entrepreneurial Rise

After graduating, Mkhize worked in the finance departments of various organizations before launching her own ventures. Her first business efforts included the following contracts with government:
– Feeding schemes 
– Painting and maintenance contracts 
– Small-scale construction projects

The Zikhulise Group Empire

Shauwn Mkhize is the founder and executive head of the Zikhulise Group, which includes:
– Zikhulise Maintenance and Transport 
– Zikhulise Auto Recoveries 
– Inyanga Trading

Her business activities span construction, logistics, vehicle recovery, and property, making her one of South Africa’s most influential women in business.

Football Club Ownership – Royalty in the PSL

Mkhize made headlines as the owner of Royal Eagles FC, which she co-managed with her then-husband Sbu Mpisane. Following their divorce in 2019, she rebranded her sporting ambitions by acquiring Real Kings FC and transforming it into Royal AM Football Club.

She now serves as President of Royal AM FC, which played in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) until recently. Under her leadership, Royal AM became one of the most glamorous and high-profile clubs in the league. Sadly, in 2025, the PSL took the decision to deregister Royal AM following non-payment of players.

Television Stardom – *Kwa Mam’ Mkhize*

In 2020, MamMkhize debuted her reality TV show, *Kwa Mam’ Mkhize*, on Mzansi Magic, offering fans an inside look into her luxurious lifestyle, family life, and football management.

The show won: – Best Reality TV Show at the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards (2020)

Photo by Getty Images.

Her confident personality, lavish fashion, and family dynamic made her an instant media sensation.

Philanthropy and Social Impact

Mam’Mkhize is known for her philanthropic spirit and community upliftment, including:
– Donations of school shoes and sanitary pads to Umlazi ComTech High School 
– Collaborations with the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture to build homes for the underprivileged 

In recognition of her contributions, she received the Woman of the Year Award from the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards.

Photo by Soccer Laduma

Personal Life

Shauwn was previously married to Sbu Mpisane, with whom she shares two children:
– Sbahle Mpisane – Fitness influencer 
– Andile Mpisane – Footballer, musician, and chairman of Royal AM FC

Photo by Zimoja Online

Summary Profile

Name: Shauwn Mkhize 
Born: April 6, Umbumbulu, KwaZulu-Natal 
Education: Diploma in Accounting, ML Sultan Technikon 
Occupation: Businesswoman, Football Club Owner, TV Personality

Known For:
– Founder of Zikhulise Group 
– Owner and President of Royal AM FC 
– Star of *Kwa Mam’ Mkhize* 

Family:
– Former Spouse: Sbu Mpisane 
– Children: Sbahle and Andile Mpisane 
– Partner: Lawrence Mulaudzi