South Africa is once again wrapped in emotion as fans, family members and the music industry celebrate what would have been Kiernan “AKA” Forbes’ 38th birthday. Though the late rapper was tragically gunned down in Durban in 2023, his spirit remains deeply woven into the country’s cultural heartbeat. In addition, tributes are pouring in from every corner of Mzansi.
Born in Cape Town in 1988, AKA rose from Johannesburg’s underground hip-hop scene. He later became one of South Africa’s most influential artists. His 2014 albumLevelscemented his superstar status, delivering anthems such asCongratulateandThe World Is Yours.
With razor-sharp lyricism and unapologetic South African pride, AKA redefined local hip-hop and carried the nation’s flag onto global stages. Even AKA’s official X account joined the remembrance with a powerful message: “Today, the nation pauses to honour a son of the soil who carried South Africa with him wherever he went… 38 in spirit. Infinite in legacy.
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Long live Supa Mega.” One of the most touching moments came from his nine-year-old daughter,Kairo Forbes. She shared a heartfelt throwback video of herself baking a birthday cake with her father. The video captured a tender moment of him lighting candles as she nervously joked, “I don’t want to burn myself.” The post was met with an outpouring of love. Fans called her the “Megacy’s princess” and reminded her that her father is watching over her.
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