Popular South African rapper, AKA shot dead

South African rapper, Kiernan Forbes, also known as AKA has been killed in a drive-by shooting on Florida road on Friday night.

Confirming the news, the Forbes family released an official statement on Saturday, February 11, 2023.

The statement reads, “It is with extreme sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved son, and confirm his untimely and tragic passing on the evening or February 10, 2023. We are awaiting further details from Durban police.

“To us, Kiernan Jarryd Forbes was a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, most importantly father to his beloved daughter Kairo.

“To many, he was AKA, Supa Mega, Bhova and the many other names of affection his legion of fans called him by.

“Our son was loved and he gave love in return. In this time of grief we appeal for your compassion, space and time to congregate as family to decide on the upcoming days.

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.”