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Shebeen Queens is a reality show about the indomitable women behind popular Soweto shebeens. All episodes are available to binge on Showmax.

Shebeen Queens is a reality show about three self-made female entrepreneurs: Alina Sishange, Big Mama, and Xoliswa Shwayimba.

The Showmax Original is an all-access look into the lives of the women behind some of the most infamous shebeens in Soweto – Alina’s Place, Big Mama’s Tavern, and Rama Tavern. 

Produced by Barkers Media (How To Manifest A Man), Shebeen Queens explores how the shebeen queens try to balance parenting with keeping their businesses afloat in a cut-throat, male-dominated, all-hours industry that is filled with liquor and laughter.

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Meet Alina, the God-fearing shebeen queen

Alina Shange talks about how she juggles being a shebeen owner, traditional healer and pastor. Stream Shebeen Queens now, with new episodes every Thursday.

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From Soweto shebeen queen to reality TV star: meet Big Mama

As one of the stars of Showmax Original reality series Shebeen Queens, Big Mama knows all about running a business in a male-dominated industry, and taking care of her loved ones.

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Shebeen Queens

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