AKA’s family is currently holding a live broadcast and media briefing regarding plans for the funeral arrangements for the slain musician. The live briefing is being covered by different media houses as people are still basking in the euphoria of shock regarding the death of AKA. Today, the South African police released their findings, saying that the killing of the highly prolific musician is purely an assassination.

Speaking to the media, Tony says that AKA will be remembered in a public memorial on Friday, 17 February. He spoke of the outstanding love people have shown to the family of the slain musician, saying that they acknowledge support from people across the country and beyond. Tony, who spoke on behalf of the mourning family says the family did not condone the remarks that have been made about AKA’s friends in the media in the past few days, and also thanked the close friends of AKA who shared his final moments with him in Durban.

The Forbes family also extended condolences to the family of Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane, who was like a brother to AKA.

“We are deeply saddened by his untimely passing.” The family noted that since AKA died, his friends and neighbours have been very accommodating, saying that they highly appreciate their efforts. Again, Tony who spoke for the family says they thank the media for the stories done on their son in the past few days, saying that the family wants to acknowledge the outpouring of love that they have received in the past few days. Meanwhile, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi called for serious action over illegal guns following the merciless public murders of hip hop star Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his close friend, celebrity chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane. The deaths of these popular celebrities shook the nation, and even beyond the country, as people Warns against gun violence in South Africa.