Following Kiernan Forbes’s death last night, tributes continue to pour in for the award-winning rapper.
Popularly known as AKA, Supa Mega or Bhova to some, he was fatally shot on Florida Road in Durban on Friday evening.
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The news of his death together his former manager and chef, Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane has been trending after police confirmed the incident.
AKA’s parents issued out a statement on Saturday morning paying tribute to their son.
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— AKA (@akaworldwide) February 11, 2023
Fans, social media users and his friends in the industry also paid tribute to him:
AKA loved his people & defended the sovereignity of South Africa, running the risk of losing gigs from those who called him a xenophobe. He stood his ground.
A patriot par excellence.
A son of the soil.
Go well brother.#akaworldwide #RIPAKA #NotAKA #Nadia inkabi Florida Road pic.twitter.com/SG0cAdlgL5— Brandon (@Umalumewabantu) February 11, 2023
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Rest in Power my Dear Brother 😭😭💔#akaworldwide #AKA #RIPAAKA #Kairo #Nadia #CCTV pic.twitter.com/53G4gnVdRF
— _ (@lanydady) February 11, 2023
Rest my brother.. this hurts. Thinking about your beautiful daughter and loved ones in general. Thank you for the good times and laughs.. I always enjoyed working with you 🙏🏽 #RIPAKA pic.twitter.com/eKgGsX91uJ
— Nandi Madida (@Nandi_Madida) February 11, 2023
Rocked to my core at the news of Kiernan’s death. Though our lives went in different directions, and we hadn’t spoken in years, I’ll never forget the times we shared making music. He was destined for greatness from then. Deepest sympathies with Uncle Tony, Aunt Lynn and Steffan. pic.twitter.com/j1JrLIhtRu
— Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh (@SizweMpofuWalsh) February 11, 2023
Unbelievable 💔
— Da L.E.S (@2freshLES) February 10, 2023
We would like to express our deepest condolences on the untimely passing of Hip Hop Superstar Kiernan Jarryd Forbes commonly know as “AKA”! May his soul rest in peace. The Megacy mourns you Bhova. #RIPAKA [Photo: Twitter @akaworldwide] pic.twitter.com/HmOV7iHUjj
— South African Government (@GovernmentZA) February 11, 2023
Crime in South Africa is out of control, and the assassination of civilians has become a norm.
AKA was an indisputable talent and the music industry has lost a innovative artist.
May His Soul Rest In Peace pic.twitter.com/fRCnDeTuxs
— Economic Freedom Fighters (@EFFSouthAfrica) February 11, 2023
The Chairman and the Motsepe Family, the Board of Directors, Technical Team, Players, Management, Staff and the entire Yellow Nation would like to express their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes. pic.twitter.com/RgbIp3Hozn
— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) February 11, 2023
RIP: Kiernan Jarryd Forbes
South African superstar Aka has passed away.
He was 35 years old. #RIPAAKA pic.twitter.com/zp7KXz9G62
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) February 10, 2023
