AKA

Award winning rapper AKA. The musician whose real name is Kiernan Forbes, has allegedly been shot dead in Durban on Friday.

To Subscribe to Sunday World, [click here](https://subs.arena.africa/#!/offer/411?utm_source=promo411&utm_medium=Circ) [February 10, 2023] He won Metro FM awards for Best New Comer, Best Hip Hop and Best Produced Album for his debut Altar Ego. He rose to fame in 2009 with hits like Mistakes, In My Walk, and Do It. Da Les tweeted shortly after news of the shooting broke.

Rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot dead and died on the scene on Friday night.

“On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. It remains unclear what the motive for the shooting was. He said a second male, believed to be a bodyguard, was found in critical condition and died despite advanced life support intervention due to extensive injuries.

South African renowned rapper Kiernan Forbes AKA has been reportedly killed following a shooting outside a club in Durban.

to infinity and beyond and more than words can say!!!”Kairo The seven-year-old baked a doughnut-shaped cake with red cherries placed at the top. I love you to the moon and back … Sources say a friend was also shot when a suspect ran across the road and fired at them,” he tweeted. Kairo’s parents, the Umlilo hitmaker, DJ Zinhle and the Fela in Versace hitmaker, have one talented daughter. Rapper AKA has been reportedly shot dead in Durban, KZN.

South African rapper, Kiernan Jarryd Forbes known as AKA is reported to have been shot multiple times whiles out on a street.

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Rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot dead and died on the scene on Friday night.

“On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. It remains unclear what the motive for the shooting was. Police confirmed that a 35-year-old male and another unidentified male had been shot dead on Friday.

South African rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot dead on Florida Road Friday night, police sources in Durban have confirmed.

His death has sparked debates about attack on rappers after sharing their live location online.” The identity of the second person shot dead was unknown as of the time of filing this report, but he is understood to be a close friend of AKA. Another person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard was also wounded, while an unidentified person, who is understood to be a close friend of AKA, was also shot dead in the drive-by shooting, according to an IOL report.

The 35-year-old performer was gunned down in Durban, Friday night.

[Lemons (Lemonade)](https://www.okayafrica.com/aka-nasty-c-south-africa/)' crooner was setting up to make his return, and release his first album in five years. According to police sources in Durban, South Africa, the 35-year-old rapper was murdered in a drive-by-shooting while standing outside of a restaurant, Friday night. Paramedics assisted the men and unfortunately, the first male had sustained multiple gunshot wounds and showed no signs of life and was declared deceased at the scene.” The South African Police Service and local Metro officers were on the scene, closing off access to the murder scene. The shooting took place outside of popular Durban spot Wish Restaurant, as was captured and Three successful albums later, the ' "On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

Rapper AKA, who was born Kiernan Forbes, was reportedly shot and killed Friday in South Africa. He was 35.

[posted to Instagram earlier Friday ](https://www.instagram.com/p/CofWTuPthaY/?hl=en)about his upcoming album release, and now the comments section is full of broken heart emojis. Others begged the rapper to post something to confirm he is alive. He was due to release a new album, “Mass Country,” on Feb. According to reports, the South African rapper was slated to perform in Durban on Friday. “I can confirm that two men were killed and one of them is a well-known rapper. He was 35.

Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, South African Rapper known as AKA, has been shot dead. According to reports by the police in Durban.

It was reported that AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was gunned down in a drive-by shooting. AKA who was meant to celebrate his birthday at the YUGO nightclub located in Stamford Hill in Durban (South Africa), was killed in a drive-by outside a restaurant on Florida road. According to reports by the police in Durban, he was allegedly murdered in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night.

Award-winning rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA, has been shot and killed in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night, police sources ...

He was currently in a relationship with Nadia Nakai. He was in a relationship and had a child, Kairo, with DJ Zinhle. Police will not be releasing any names of the victims yet until a full investigation is completed" Netshiunda said, reports

DURBAN - Rapper Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot and killed in Durban. The incident took place outside the restaurant Wish on Florida Road just after ...

They are here to remove the bodies of award winning musician Kiernan Jarryd Forbes (Aka) and his protector after they ambushed, shot and killed late last night. [#Loadshedding]as they arrive on the scene. The rapper and his bodyguard were killed in Florida Road after finishing their dinner on Friday night.

Renowned rapper Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, was killed, along with another man, at a night spot on Florida Road last night. The famed hip hop star was ...

He was nominated for Best International Act twice at the BET Awards. Super Mega is known for hits like Fela in Versace, Composure and Run Jozi. AKA had been in eThekwini for a performance.

The parents of well-known rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes have expressed their "extreme sadness" at the loss of their son.

Police are investigating a double murder. Forbes was supposed to perform in the city on Friday night. "To many, he was AKA, SUPERMEGA, BHOVA and many other names," they said.

South Africa is in mourning after the renowned and award-winning rapper, AKA, real name- Kiernan Jarryd Forbes- was killed in a drive-by shooting outside a ...

No artist loved his country like Kiernan Forbes.. absolutely no one! I keep thinking about his posts with his little girl. [February 10, 2023] [pic.twitter.com/vTg6hQczgl] Condolences to his entire family. As part of a birthday celebration, he was scheduled to perform on Friday, February 10 at YUGO. He was 35-years-old. As part of a birthday celebration, he was scheduled to perform on Friday, February 10 at YUGO, also situated on Florida Road. [February 11, 2023] AKA loved South Africa unashamedly and flew the flag high wherever he goes around the Globe. A true compatriot who deserve a state funeral.

Rapper AKA, who was born Kiernan Forbes, was reportedly shot and killed Friday in Durban, South Africa. He was 35.

He also [tweeted](https://twitter.com/akaworldwide/status/1624127761261465618?s=20&t=FxAgXyxbnnZutARwVEV07g) about his new album earlier that day. He is well known for hit singles “Fela in Versace” and “All Eyes on Me.” He released the album Prada earlier this year. [posted to Instagram earlier Friday ](https://www.instagram.com/p/CofWTuPthaY/?hl=en)about his upcoming album, Mass Country, set for release later this month. “To many, he was AKA, Supa Mega, Bhova and the many other names of affection his legion of fans called him by. “On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds,” said Jamieson. [IOL](https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/rapper-aka-shot-dead-in-drive-by-shooting-on-durbans-florida-road-b29c3c28-fb1b-4d5b-9717-74007f6204a2), was also wounded.

Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot and killed – along with another man – in a shooting at a popular night spot on Durban's Florida Road on Friday night.

My heartfelt condolences and prayers to your families and your loved ones during such a heart-wrenching time. May God cover them with His strength, peace and comfort. "This is so surreal.

Tony and Lynn Forbes, parents of slain rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes, have released a statement confirming his death and expressing their devastation at the ...

We hope the law enforcement agencies will do their work in bringing the perpetrators to justice. He was billed to perform at Yugon on Friday evening. “On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. In this time of grief we appeal for your compassion, space and time to congregate as family to decide on the upcoming days. “We refuse to be defined as a province that does not recognise the value of human life. We thank you for the love and support we have received thus far, and ask you to continue to keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord.”

Rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, popularly known as AKA has been shot dead in a drive-by shooting in Durban. Police confirmed that Forbes, 35, ...

“In this time of grief we appeal for your compassion, space and time to congregate as family to decide on the upcoming days. Our son was loved and he gave love in return.” “To us Kieran Jarryd Forbes was a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, most importantly a father to his beloved daughter Kairo.

SA celebrities, the music industry, family and fans are all still coming to terms with the shocking death of rapper and music producer AKA.

Sending love and light to the family in South Africa, a great artist was gunned down tonight… Thank you for the good times and laughs.. I just woke up and I can’t believe what I’m hearing about AKA. [@akaworldwide]always showed me love and hospitality every time we crossed paths. @akaworldwide always showed me love and hospitality every time we crossed paths. Thinking about your beautiful daughter and loved ones in general. I hope to wake up tomorrow and it was all a very bad joke. “To us, Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, was a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, most importantly father to his beloved daughter Kairo. I’m so sorry. 💔💔💔 May God cover them with His strength, peace and comfort. 😢💔 For all the monumental moves you have made for our industry, we thank you Gents. ❤️🙏🏾🥺Your gift, raw talent & impact inspired and transformed many lives across borders for the better.

Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot and killed in a shooting at a popular night spot on Durban's Florida Road on Friday night. The South African rapper's death ...

The loss of AKA is felt by many who have been touched by his music." The DA wrote: "The DA mourns the tragic death of the award-winning rapper, Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA. May His Soul Rest In Peace," tweeted the EFF. AKA was an indisputable talent, and the music industry has lost an innovative artist. We call upon members of the community who might have witnessed the incident to share information with the police," said Mayor Kaunda. "Crime in South Africa is out of control, and the assassination of civilians has become a norm.

Dem confam hours afta reports and news about im death begin trend. Inside statement dem release, dem say dem dey wait for further details from di police on ...

Forbes become popular afta releasing im single "Victory Lap" from im debut studio album, Altar Ego for 2010. AKA wey im real name na Kiernan Jarryd Forbes na popular award winning South African rapper wey pipo sabi beyond di continent. Di family of South African rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, wey pipo sabi as AKA don confam im death inside one tragic shooting on Friday night.