In brief
Two brothers have been charged with the murders of South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, aka AKA, and his friend, following their extradition from Eswatini. The charges come after a significant legal battle to block their return. Forbes was shot dead in 2023 in a shocking incident that raised concerns about violence in South Africa.
Two brothers have been charged with the murder of South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as 'AKA', following their extradition from neighbouring Eswatini. Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande were brought back to the country after the failure of a lengthy legal attempt to block their return.Forbes, an award-winning hip-hop artist, was killed outside a restaurant in the coastal city of Durban in 2023 along with his close friend, celebrity chef Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane. South Africa has one of the highest murder rates in the world, but this shooting shocked the country.The brothers have also been charged with Motsoane's murder and will appear alongside five other accused already in custody when the trial begins. They also face charges of attempted murder and unlawful possession of a firearm, among others.The Ndimande brothers arrived at Durban's international airport on Tuesday under heavy police guard. At the time of his murder, Forbes had been in Durban to perform during his birthday celebrations. Police described the attack as a coordinated hit, with speculation that Forbes was the primary target.Forbes's father expressed concerns regarding the motive behind the murder while his mother shared a heartfelt post on social media, revealing her grief. The brothers will return to court on November 25 for a bail hearing.
