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The police in Durban have confirmed rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night.

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.

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.

The sad development came to light after social media users took to Twitter with a video alleging that AKA, real name Keirnan Forbes had been gunned down.

Some South African A-listers including Da Les and Zakes Bantwini took to social media echoing the same rumor. Despite not revealing the exact words of AKA’s death, Da Les, who is AKA’s best friend posted a cryptic message “I’m Done ??” which seem to be in reference to his best friend’s death, social media claims. The sad development came to light after social media users took to Twitter with a video alleging that AKA, real name Keirnan Forbes had been gunned down.

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.

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.

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

Tragically, South African rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, also known as AKA, was shot and killed on Friday night in Durban. Reports indicate that AKA was the ...

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South African rap star AKA, whose real name was Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, was gunned down and killed outside a restaurant in Durban on Friday night.

Tragically, AKA found love with Nelli Tembe, with the pair becoming engaged in February 2021 - but Nelli fell from a balcony and died in April that same year. AKA went on to create music as a solo artist leading up to the release of his debut album, Alter Ego, which was released in 2011. They went on to receive a nomination for a KORA Award in the Best African Hip Hop category before disbanding in 2006. [Times Live:](https://www.timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/rapper-aka-has-died/) "On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. AKA had been due to perform at a nightclub called YUGO but the event was subsequently cancelled with a notice on social media saying the gig was being abandoned "due to unforeseen circumstances". AKA and the second man were standing outside a restaurant in the

Award-winning rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA is dead. According to News24, the 35-year-old rapper was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting ...

At the time of his death, AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was shot. •At the time of his death, AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was shot. According to News24, the 35-year-old rapper was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night, which was his brithday.

Rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes' family says it is waiting for details of his passing from the police in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda said: "A well-known 35-year-old musician and his bodyguard who is said to be 34 years old was shot and killed in Morningside, Florida Road, on Friday night. He went on to release more music, got nominations and won awards for his music, including the Metro FM Awards, SA Music Award and an MTV music award. According to the police, the shooting happened at around 10pm on Florida Road, which is regarded as an entertainment street in Durban. To many, he was AKA, Supermega, Bhova, and the many other names of affection his legion of fans called him by. "Our son was loved and gave love in return. His family said:

South African rapper Kiernan Forbes alias AKA has been killed alongside other guy. He was standing on the streets at 10 om when someone opened fire at him.

[Through a statement](https://twitter.com/RubuThulisa/status/1385470639927144448/photo/1), AKA [expressed that he was heartbroken](https://www.tuko.co.ke/409676-aka-breaks-silence-after-nelli-tembes-passing-im-heartbroken.html) and in grief over the incident and rubbished off allegations that were doing rounds on the internet. [“Recommended for you”](https://www.tuko.co.ke/recommended/) and enjoy! [police officers](https://www.tuko.co.ke/324155-police-officers-captured-clobbering-jkuat-student-viral-video-suspended.html) closed the road. [rapper](https://www.tuko.co.ke/316687-30-best-rappers-in-the-world.html) Kiernan Forbes popularly known as AKA has been shot dead alongside another man in a shooting that happened at a popular club in Durban. [ News24.com](https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/breaking-kiernan-aka-forbes-killed-in-durban-nightclub-shooting-20230211), a first responder at the scene, who spoke on condition of anonymity, Forbes was shot while standing on the pavement when gunfire rang out shortly after 10 pm. [Amondi Aroko](https://www.tuko.co.ke/authors/amondi-aroko/)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The famous South African rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes has been shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road, Durban, South Africa, on Friday night, ...

Good journalism costs a lot of money. Another unidentified person, understood as a close friend of AKA was also shot dead. It is understood that AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was gunned down in a drive-by shooting.

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

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.

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.

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.

South African rapper Kiernan Forbes popularly known by his stage name AKA is dead. His parents confirmed the news on social media by issuing a statement ...

“On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. To us, Keirnan Jarryd Forbes was a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, most importantly father to his beloved daughter Kairo,” a statement from the family reads in part. Also read: Another unidentified individual, who the outlet says is understood to be AKA’s close friend, has also been reported to be fatally shot. A person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, per His parents confirmed the news on social media by issuing a statement regarding his sudden death.

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.

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.

Rapper AKA was shot dead in Durban, South Africa, just hours before a scheduled performance. His death has shocked fans and the music industry.

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). His last post on Instagram showed him at work in the studio and participating in a photo shoot. AKA, best known for his hit song "Victory Lap," leaves behind a daughter named Kairo Olwethu Forbes, born in 2015, from his relationship with DJ Zinhle. He further stated that the victims' names won't be made public by the police until a thorough investigation is conducted. He was 35. Q1- What was the age of the rapper AKA?

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

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!!!"

AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes, died on Feb. 10 at 35 years old, his parents confirmed in a statement. Learn about the South African rapper's passing.

He was also a songwriter, music producer and entrepreneur," the statement shared to Our son was loved and gave love in return." "It is with extreme sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved son," the Forbes family's Feb.