Police sources in Durban, South Africa have confirmed rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes was shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Friday night.
Another person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, was also wounded, while another unidentified person, who is understood to be a close friend of AKA, has been shot dead.
It is understood that AKA was standing outside a Restaurant when he was gunned down by unknown assailants.
Two unknown cars are believed to have opened fire just before 10pm.
According to social media posts, AKA was due to perform at a Durban night club, YUGO, where he was expected to perform as part of his birthday celebrations.
AKA is popular for songs like ‘All Eyes on Me’ where he featured Burna Boy, ‘Levels’ and ‘Paradise’ among many others.
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