What’s really behind the huge auction of MaMkhize’s luxury liquor collection — and why are bidders rushing in?

A lavish collection of premium alcoholic beverages once owned by flamboyant businesswoman and media personality Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize has surfaced on auction, attracting an outpouring of interest from collectors and bidders nationwide. The assortment—featuring rare whiskeys, top-tier champagne, and sought-after cognacs—is already pulling in significant bids as South Africans race to secure a piece of her extravagant lifestyle.

This auction forms part of a wider effort to recover funds linked to MaMkhize’s long-standing tax battles. The Durban-based millionaire has seen several of her assets placed under the hammer following a multi-million-rand tax dispute with the South African Revenue Service (SARS), reportedly amounting to R40 million.

High-End Alcohol Collection Draws Big Money

Auction house Bidder’s Choice confirmed that hundreds of bottles from MaMkhize’s personal liquor vault are currently available to the highest bidder. The auction opened on 25 November and is set to close on 2 December, but the rush of early interest shows just how valuable this curated selection is.

Among the standout items receiving major attention are:

• Moët & Chandon luxury champagne

• Courvoisier VSOP premium cognac

• Clase Azul Reposado tequila, a favourite among collectors

  
  
  

• Dom Pérignon, known globally as one of the most exclusive champagnes

Collectors are already driving bids into the thousands, reflecting the prestige associated not only with the brands but also with MaMkhize’s high-profile lifestyle.

Assets Previously Auctioned

This liquor sale is the latest in a series of auctions involving MaMkhize’s belongings. Over the past months, a variety of high-value items have been sold off to settle her debts.

Items previously auctioned include:

• Construction machinery and heavy-duty equipment, linked to her business operations

  
  
  

• A selection of more than 20 luxury designer handbags, featuring iconic brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Burberry, many of which fetched hundreds of thousands of rands

• A 2021 Lamborghini Urus, which made headlines after being sold for a staggering R4.8 million

These sales have drawn national attention not only because of their high monetary value but also due to MaMkhize’s larger-than-life public image and the controversies that have followed her over the years.

A Public Figure Under Scrutiny

Shauwn Mkhize, a football club boss and star of her own reality show, has long been associated with opulence. However, her name has also been tied to allegations of tax evasion, tender irregularities, and forgery—accusations that continue to place her finances under the microscope.

Despite her glamorous lifestyle, recent developments highlight the serious legal and financial battles behind the scenes. The auctions serve as a reminder that even the most influential figures are not exempt from accountability.

Social Media Reacts

Images circulating online—especially from her Instagram page @kwa_mammkhize—have reignited public interest in her lifestyle, prompting conversations about wealth, accountability, and public image. Many South Africans are now watching closely to see what will be auctioned next.

FAQ

1. Why are MaMkhize’s belongings being auctioned?
Her assets are being sold to recover funds linked to a reported R40 million SARS tax debt.

2. What types of alcohol are on auction?
Premium champagne, cognac, whiskey, tequila, and other top-shelf spirits.

3. When does the auction end?
The current auction closes on 2 December.

4. What other assets have been sold previously?
Designer handbags, construction equipment, and a Lamborghini Urus have already been auctioned.

5. Who is handling the auction?
The auction is being conducted by Bidder’s Choice.