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We are deeply saddened by the passing of one of South Africa’s greatest artists, AKA π
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. ππΎ
Rest in peace, Bhova π
African Music Fanatics Mourn South African Multi Award Winning Musician
African music fanatics Saturday took to social media to mourn the passing of multi-award-winning musician, Kiernan Forbes, popularly known by his name AKA.
South African police officials and family members of the 35-year-old musician said he was shot outside a restaurant in the southeastern city of Durban.
βIt is with extreme sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved son,β wrote his parents Tony and Lynn Forbes in a statement published on AKAβs social media accounts.
βOur son was loved, and he gave love in return,β added the statement.
Ahead of his passing, AKA won multiple South African awards and was nominated several times for a Black Entertainment Television Award in the United States and for an MTV Europe Music Award.
The 35-year-old was set to release his latest album titled βMass Countryβ on February 25th.