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Five Men Accused Of Murdering South African Rapper AKA Denied Bail
17 May

Five Men Accused Of Murdering South African Rapper AKA Denied Bail

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The five men suspected of murdering South African rapper AKA have been denied bail. The men appeared in the Durban magistrate’s court on Wednesday. The magistrate said releasing them would be reckless and irresponsible, News24 reported. Last year AKA and his close friend Tebello Motsoane were gunned down outside of a restaurant in Durban in a killing that shocked South Africans. Police said hitmen were paid to target AKA but no motive was revealed. Two more men also accused are awaiting extradition from Eswatini.       Source: BBC
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Gcaba Family Denies Allegations Of A Role In AKA’s Murder
02 Apr

Gcaba Family Denies Allegations Of A Role In AKA’s Murder

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South Africa’s influential Gcaba family has denied speculation that one of its members was involved in the murder of popular rapper AKA. AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes, and his close friend, Tibz Motsoane, were shot dead outside a restaurant in Durban in February last year. Last Wednesday, prosecutors in the trial of the rapper’s suspected killers implicated Sydney Mfundo Gcaba, a member of the Gcaba family, in the rapper’s killing. A statement presented to court by the investigating officer alleged that one of Mr Gcaba’s companies sent over 800,000 rand ($42,000; £33,000) to the bank account of Mziwethemba Harvey Gwabeni,…
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Police Link Prominent SA Businessman To Rapper AKA’s Murder
28 Mar

Police Link Prominent SA Businessman To Rapper AKA’s Murder

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A businessman who is a member of a powerful South African family has been linked to the murder of popular rapper AKA. AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes, and his close friend, Tibz Motsoane, were gunned down outside a restaurant in Durban on 10 February last year. A statement presented to court by the investigating officer said that a company owned by businessman Sydney Mfundo Gcaba allegedly sent over 800,000 rand ($42,000; £33,000) to the bank account of one of the suspects currently on trial over the rapper’s killing. The payment was allegedly made a day after AKA’s murder. The prosecutor,…
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Gyakie Featured On AKA’s Posthumous Album
24 Feb

Gyakie Featured On AKA’s Posthumous Album

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Musician Gyakie has joined the star-studded lineup of South African rapper AKA’s posthumous album, Mass Country. The album was released on February 24, 2023. The album, described as a “parting gift” and “love letter to South Africa,” showcases AKA’s love for his homeland and the diverse sounds that make up the local music scene. It also features a host of South Africa’s hottest hip-hop talent, including Khuli Chana, Blxckie, Nadia Nakai, Emtee, Yanga Chief, Sjava, and more. Gyakie’s feature on the album is a pre-released single titled “Paradise,” which features Musa Keys. It’s a love song where AKA sings and…
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South African Rapper AKA Laid To Rest
20 Feb

South African Rapper AKA Laid To Rest

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Mourners have left the Westpark Cemetery in Johannesburg after laying to rest South African hip-hop star, Kiernan Forbes, affectionately known as AKA. He was buried at the Heroes Acre alongside other celebrities and politicians, in a private ceremony. AKA was gunned down outside a popular restaurant in Durban a week ago. Among those present at the funeral were Somizi Mhlongo, DJ Oskido as well as musician Ihashi Elimhlophe. A convoy of black BMW X5’s drove onto the cemetery ground, followed by a designer trailer carrying AKA’s casket. A memorial service was held on Friday at the Sandton Convention Centre for…
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AKA’s Family To Release Album As A Way To Honour His Legacy
16 Feb

AKA’s Family To Release Album As A Way To Honour His Legacy

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The Forbes family has announced that to honour AKA and keep his legacy alive, they will continue with the release of his highly anticipated album, Mass Country, on February 24, as scheduled. Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, fondly known as AKA, had been counting down the days to the release of his album before he was shot dead in Durban last Friday. This album follows the successful release of his smash hit single Lemons (Lemonade), which currently has 1.2 million views on YouTube. It is also revealed that AKA’s team, VTH Season, The T Effect, and Sony Music Entertainment Africa will oversee…
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South African Rapper AKA To Be Buried On Feb 18
16 Feb

South African Rapper AKA To Be Buried On Feb 18

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The family of South African rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes has released the funeral arrangements of the artiste. AKA was shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night, February 10. On his Instagram page on Tuesday, February 14, the family released a press statement of his memorial and funeral details. Parts of the statement reads, “Memorial and funeral details of Kiernan ‘Aka’ jarryd Forbes. “We as the Forbes family, would like to acknowledge the outpouring of love we have received over the past few days. Kiernan wasn’t just loved by us as a family, but by the…
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South African Rapper AKA Was Assassinated – Police
15 Feb

South African Rapper AKA Was Assassinated – Police

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South African police say evidence gathered so far leads them to believe the killing of popular rapper AKA was an assassination. KwaZulu-Natal police chief Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi said the gunman had approached AKA from behind and shot him at close range in the side of the head. A second gunman then started firing to deter onlookers from responding to the “hit”, he added. One of these rounds killed AKA’s friend, celebrity chef Tibz Motsoane. The shooting occurred outside a restaurant in the coastal city of Durban on Friday night. While police work to establish a full picture of what happened to…
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AKA’s Family Announces Date For Funeral, Memorial Service
14 Feb

AKA’s Family Announces Date For Funeral, Memorial Service

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The family of late South African rapper, Kiernan “AKA” Jarryd Forbes has announced that a memorial will be held in his honour. The event is expected to come off on Friday, February 17, 2023. The memorial, the family noted, is open to the public for those who want to join the family remember AKA. It will take place at South Africa’s leading event venue, Sandton Convention Centre at 3:00 pm (South Africa time). The memorial will also be streamed on AKA’s YouTube platform. Following the memorial, the family will hold a private funeral ceremony on Saturday, February 18. AKA’s family…
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‘I Feel Deep Pain’ – Father Of AKA’s Late Girlfriend Reacts To His Death
13 Feb

‘I Feel Deep Pain’ – Father Of AKA’s Late Girlfriend Reacts To His Death

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Moses Tembe, the father of Anele “Nelli” Tembe, the late girlfriend of slain rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes, said on Saturday the family was pained and shocked by his brutal murder. The prominent businessman said in a statement: “It is with deepest shock that we’ve learnt of the passing of Kiernan.” Tembe said as a parent he felt “deep pain” for Forbes’ parents Tony and Lynn, his daughter Kairo and the extended family. “Kiernan was an extraordinarily talented musician. His music contributed meaningfully to South Africa’s rich musical tapestry. We extend our condolences to his extended family his fans.” Tembe appealed…
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