Condolences have been pouring in for the families of rapper and father Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his longtime friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane ever since the news of their deaths broke on Friday night. After having dinner at a restaurant, the two were allegedly shot by two unidentified men in Durban on Friday night.

LIFE AFTER NELLI’S DEATH

In April 2019, AKA lost his girlfriend Anele “Nelli” Tembe. According to reports, she fell from the Pepperclub Hotel on Loop Street in Cape Town’s 10th floor. The rapper from Jika had moved on and started dating rapper Nadia Nakai. In November of last year, they celebrated one year of dating. The couple just got back from a vacation to Cincinnati, Ohio, in the United States, where they went. AKA discussed his desire for justice and the death of his girlfriend Nelli in a recent interview. She took a piece of me with her when she committed suicide. God works in this way. Whatever took place, took place. However, God has grace. I now have an amazing woman in my life who has helped me recover, rebuild, and reenergize myself. Tragically, I made a lot of mistakes. My family and her family deserve to be treated fairly. Where is my law?”

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCES

Since the shocking news was announced, South Africans have expressed their grief.

Mhlongo Somizi: unable to sleep. You must share my sentiments. It’s dim. It hurts. It is catastrophic. It breaks your heart. It’s awful. It seems impossible. I have no words. It has the sensation of a very bad dream. I hope to awaken tomorrow, and everything was a terrible joke. I’m numb. Please, God. Today, no. I am truly sorry. Kubi. Kubuhlungu. I didn’t think I’d be in this much pain, and I’m sure that’s not the only one. It doesn’t matter how related you are to feel this pain. I am truly sorry. Zee. Nakai. Kairo. Mama. Fam. Tibz. Fam. Africa.”

Slikour said, My boy, there are no words. You made history and became great, as you once promised me you would. You’ll always be remembered as a hero. Love you and my sympathies go out to the family. We are grateful to you for your enthusiasm and concern for music and culture. We will experience the void

Hashatsi Zola: After a performance, the absolute fuck, Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, better known as AKA, is said to have been shot six times and died on the famous Florida Road in Durban. soon to be released statements. We are grateful to Shiz Niz for allowing us to showcase talents like his. Please give the family and team some space and remain safe out there.

Awalle Johnson: Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane was the head honcho of the clothing brand and the founder of Showlove Consulting. He was the one who introduced us to AKA and helped shape the South African hip hop scene at the time. He was focused, intelligent, and respected. Tragic.”

Jahprayzah says, Although we never met, AKA had a significant impact on the global music scene and represented Africa, and we have lost a real one. Brother, Rest In Peace Forever.”

Thulo Boity: ” We are grateful to you Gents for all of the significant changes you have made for our industry. Your gift, raw talent, and impact inspired and improved many lives worldwide. During this trying time, my deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and your loved ones. God’s strength, peace, and comfort may surround them. May you rest in peace forever. Kings, rest easy.

Mashaba Herman: Another South African died prematurely. a son, brother, and father; a provider. You had such a positive effect on so many people, RIPAKA. You made so many South Africans feel proud. This nation’s real crisis is criminal activity.

Madida Nandi: Rest in peace, brother; it hurts. Thinking of your lovely daughter and all of your loved ones. I’m grateful for the laughs and good times. It was always a pleasure working with you.

Rapper AKA was shot dead last night in Durban. He was a father, a son and a grandson. The rapper met his untimely birth just before his performance at a club he was booked in.

The club he had been booked in to perform announced that there would be no performance due to unforeseen circumstances, and this was immediately after news of his passing started doing its rounds on social media.

AKA’s fiancé Anele Tembe passed on, on 11 April 2021. Anele Tembe’s life was cut short after she allegedly jumped out of a window of the 10th floor of Cape Town Pepperclub Hotel where she was staying with her fiance, AKA.

Not even a year after his fiancé’s death, AKA started dating rapper Nadia Nakai, and they flaunted their relationship on social media platforms, which bothered some people, while some were saying he deserves to be happy.

 

 

No matter how much you dislike a person, there’s never a reason to celebrate their death. There are a number of people saying negative things, on social media about AKA’s death. The article has screenshots from different social media users, and what they think of the Rapper’s death.

A very sad morning in South africa AKA a well known hipop artist has been shot dead in durban he was there to perform, His real name is Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, however many fans are linking his death to the death of his late fiance Anele Tembe who died in durban in 2021, it is still a developing story, may his gifted soul rest in peace Multi-platinum selling and award winning artist Kiernan Jarryd Forbes professionally known as AKA has passed away.
He was 35 years old. Condolences to his friends and loved ones.
#RIPAKA The Police in South Africa have confirmed that AKA has been killed in a drive-by shooting on Friday night. He was shot around Florida Road in Durban just before his birthday show this night at Yugo.

The reports say he died on the scene.

Born Kiernan Jarryd Forbes on 28th January, 1988, the rapper had a huge following even here in Malawi. He has won countless awards.

The Fela in Versace and Jika artist was dating Nadia Nakai.

Paramedics told the media in South Africa that at 10.15pm this evening they responded to incident where two men sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

“On arrival, paramedics met total chaos and a scene where two men, believed to be in their late 30s, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics assisted the men and unfortunately the first male had sustained multiple gun shot wounds and showed no signs of life and was declared deceased at the scene.”, a paramedic, Garrith Jamieson, told Times newspaper of South Africa.

AKA’s last moments with friends before shot dead. South Africa is mourning the loss of one of its hip hop legends, AKA, who was in a shooting on Friday night while on his way to a birthday celebration in Durban.

The rapper was known for his creative flow, catchy beats, and powerful lyrics, which resonated with fans across the country and beyond.Before his untimely death, AKA had taken to his Instagram account to share his location, which could have played a role in the tragedy that would later unfold.

 

 

 
AKA’s last moments with friends before shot dead
Videos reaching intarez show that AKA left the barbershop three hours before his death and met with friends for drinks at an unidentified club. In one of the videos, he can be seen taking shots with his friends and saying, “Wherever I go, you go”. These are believed to be his last public words, as he was reported dead two hours later outside the club.

confirmed that the 35-year-old rapper was shot dead outside a popular restaurant on Florida Rd in Durban.
Police confirmed that a 35-year-old male and his bodyguard had been dead on Friday.

Speaking to TimesLIVE, ALS paramedic Garrith Jamieson explained that just after 10.15pm this evening they responded to a shooting incident where two men sustained multiple gunshot wounds. It is with a heavy heart that we report on the disturbing news from South Africa, where renowned rapper and record producer, A.K.A, real name Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, has been shot.

The South African police department has confirmed the shooting incident, which took place in Durban’s Florida Rd.

According to an eyewitness, A.K.A was shot five times at 8pm and was the only individual targeted in the incident. The situation is still developing, and the South African police department is actively investigating the shooting.

The news of A.K.A’s shooting highlights the ongoing issue of violence and gun-related incidents in South Africa. The country has struggled with high levels of crime, including shootings, which have caused concern among residents and law enforcement.

The use of firearms to settle disputes or carry out criminal acts has had devastating consequences for the country, and incidents like this one serve as a reminder of the need for effective measures to reduce gun violence.

A.K.A was a highly influential figure in the South African music industry, and his music has received widespread recognition and acclaim. The music industry and fans alike are mourning the loss of a talented artist, and thoughts and prayers are with A.K.A’s friends and family during this difficult time.

Updates: 0.32 Saturday, 11 February 2023

The news of the passing of South African rapper, A.K.A, has been confirmed by one of his friends in a tweet.

The announcement was met with shock and sadness, as fans and the music industry mourn the loss of a talented artist. The friend’s tweet serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the tragedy that has struck Durban’s Florida Road, where A.K.A was among two individuals who lost their lives in a shooting incident.

Medics at the scene confirmed the deaths, and the road has since been cordoned off. Durban journalist, Sean Nerall, reported that crime scene experts have marked at least 5 spots, indicating the presence of bullet casings, adding to the ongoing investigation.

Thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of the victims during this difficult time, as the South African police department continues to investigate the shooting. This is a developing story, and more information is expected to come in the near future.

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