AKA

2023 - 2 - 11

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South African Rapper AKA Shot Dead in Drive-By Shooting in ... (Arise News)

AKA was due to perform at a Durban night club, YUGO, where he was expected to perform as part of his birthday celebrations. Police sources in Durban have ...

The identity of the second person shot dead is unknown at this stage, but he is understood to be a close friend of AKA. It is understood that AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was gunned down in a drive-by shooting. Another person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, was also wounded, while another unidentified person, who is understood to be a close friend of AKA, has been shot dead.

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Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes, Beloved South African Rapper, Dies at 35 (Rolling Stone)

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.

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AKA shot dead: South African rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes family ... (BBC News)

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.

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South African Rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes killed in nightclub shooting (ummid.com)

News24 confirmed with local police that a 'well-known rapper', believed to be AKA, was fatally shot outside a popular night spot on Durban's Florida Road.

He was due to release a new album, 'Mass Country', on February 27. Meanwhile, tributes have poured in on his Instagram page. "I can confirm that two men were killed and one of them is a well-known rapper. He was promoting his forthcoming album with his last Instagram post, showing him working in the studio and posing in a photo shoot. According to reports, AKA was slated to perform in Durban on Friday. According to a first responder at the scene, who spoke on condition of anonymity, AKA was shot while standing on the pavement when gunfire rang out shortly after 22:00, reports aceshowbiz.com.

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AKA's death sends shock waves and heartbreak throughout Mzansi (Independent Online)

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.

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Rapper AKA one of two men killed in drive-by shooting outside ... (The Irish Sun)

RAPPER AKA has been shot dead in South Africa.The musician, 35, was gunned down in a drive-by shooting, police say.AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes, and.

Devastated fans have described him as "the best rapper in South Africa". The album won several accolades and in 2021 he was named Best Male Artist of the Year at the South African Music Awards. A notice was shared on social media, saying the event had been cancelled "due to unforeseen circumstances".

Popular S.African rapper AKA shot dead outside restaurant (FRANCE 24)

One of South Africa's hottest rap artists, Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot dead outside a restaurant in the southeastern city of Durban, ...

"It is with extreme sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved son," his parents Tony and Lynn Forbes said in a statement posted on AKA's Twitter account. "They were allegedly approached by two armed suspects who walked to them from across the street and shot the victims at close range," police said in a statement. Johannesburg (AFP) – One of South Africa's hottest rap artists, Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot dead outside a restaurant in the southeastern city of Durban, his family said Saturday.

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South African rapper AKA shot dead in Durban (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation)

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

“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. Another unidentified individual, who the outlet says is understood to be AKA’s close friend, has also been reported to be fatally shot.

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Tragic balcony death of rapper AKA's fiancée just two years before ... (Irish Mirror)

South African rapper AKA, real named Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, fiancée died just two years before his own death in harrowing circumstances.

"Our son was loved and he gave love in return. "Thank You to everyone who has stuck by me and our respective families … "We thank you for the love and support we have received thus far, and ask you continue to keep us in your prayers and uplifted in the Lord." We are awaiting further details from the Durban Police. "To many he was AKA, SUPAMEGA, BHOVA and the many other named of affection his legion of fans called him by. They wrote in a statement: "It is with extreme sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved son, and confirm his untimely and tragic passing on the evening of February 10, 2023.

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South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, dies after ... (ABC News)

The 35-year-old, a multiple-award winner, was reportedly gunned down on Friday night alongside another man while they were walking towards their car in ...

"They were allegedly approached by two armed suspects who walked to them from across the street and shot the victims at close range," police said in a statement. The 35-year-old won multiple South African awards, was nominated several times for a Black Entertainment Television award in the United States and was once nominated for an MTV Europe Music Award. South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has died after being shot outside a restaurant in the south-eastern city of Durban, his family says.

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AKA shot dead: Top South African rapper killed with friend (BBC News)

Police say Kiernan Forbes and Tebello Motsoane were killed at close range in the city of Durban.

Our son was loved and gave love in return." South Africa has one of the highest murder rates in the world and shootings are not uncommon. The pair are thought to have been on their way to a nightclub for a performance as part of Forbes' birthday celebrations when they were shot.

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South African rap artist AKA shot dead outside restaurant in Durban (The Guardian)

Parents of Kiernan Forbes pay tribute to 'beloved son' who was killed alongside another man while walking to car.

The reggae singer Lucky Dube was dropping off his teenage son at a relative’s home when gunmen shot him three times at close range during an attempted hijacking. In the most recent such incident, eight people were shot dead at a birthday party last month. In 2007, gun violence in South Africa claimed the life of one of Africa’s most beloved international artists.

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Top South African rapper AKA shot dead alongside friend (RTE.ie)

One of South Africa's hottest rap artists, Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot dead outside a restaurant in the coastal city of Durban.

"I'll be doing video calls, chats, exclusive snippets and all things great as we move towards the 24th of Feb. Minister of Justice Ronald Lamola has called for "the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators". Chat soon!!!"

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Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes Dead: South African Rapper Shot & Killed at 35 (Billboard)

South African rapper AKA was shot and killed outside of a restaurant in Durban on Feb. 10. He was 35.

South African rapper AKA was shot and killed outside of a restaurant in Durban on Friday night (Feb. He was 35.The parents of AKA, whose legal name Kiernan Forbes, confirmed the passing of their We are awaiting further details from Durban police,” Tony and Lynn Forbes wrote in the statement, which was shared on AKA’s

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Popular S.African rapper AKA shot dead outside restaurant (FRANCE 24)

One of South Africa's hottest rap artists, Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot dead outside a restaurant in the southeastern city of Durban, ...

"I’ll be doing video calls, chats, exclusive snippets and all things great as we move towards the 24th of Feb. Minister of Justice Ronald Lamola has called for "the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators". Chat soon!!!"

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