By Cynthia Akande
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.
According to South African media outlets, two other persons were involved in the shooting. One of the persons believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, was wounded. Another unidentified person, understood to be a close friend of AKA was also shot dead.
AKA’s family also confirmed his death in a statement on Saturday morning.
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According to several reports, AKA was due to perform at a Durban nightclub, YUGO, where he was expected to perform as part of his birthday celebrations.
AKA’s last social media post, hours before he was fatally killed, confirmed the release date of his long-awaited “Mass Country” album, billed for 24th February 2023.
AKA gained recognition after releasing his single “Victory Lap” from his debut studio album, Altar Ego, in 2010.
