The family of South African rapper AKA, has released a statement confirming his unfortunate demise.
AKA real name is Kiernan Forbes, was shot dead in Durban, South Africa on Friday, February 10.
The award-winning rapper who was based in Johannesburg, flew into Durban on February 10th for his birthday party which was scheduled to hold at Yugo Nightclub which he had advertised on his social media pages and asked fans to show up. Unfortunately he was shot dead that night, alongside his former manager.
AKA was 35 years old. Read his family’s statement below?
Man who was gunned down alongside rapper AKA identified as his former manager, Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane
South African rapper, Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA, was shot dead last night and the second man who was gunned down with him has been identified as one of his best friends and former manager, Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane.
Tebello was standing outside Wish Restaurant with AKA and others when gunmen in two cars opened fire, killing both men and injuring another man said to be AKA’s bodyguard.
Tebello managed AKA many years ago before deciding on a new career path and becoming a chef and starting a clothing brand.
The duo and others had flown into Durban on Friday, Feb 10th to celebrate AKA’s 35th birthday and perform at a club when the tragic incident happened. May their souls rest in peace
