Two brothers, Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande, have been formally charged with the murder of renowned South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, widely known as “AKA,” following their extradition from Eswatini. The siblings were returned to South Africa after a prolonged legal battle to prevent their extradition failed. Forbes, an acclaimed hip-hop artist, was tragically gunned down alongside his close friend, celebrity chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane, outside a restaurant in Durban in 2023. The incident sent shockwaves across the nation, which already grapples with one of the highest murder rates globally. The Ndimande brothers face additional charges, including the murder of Motsoane, attempted murder, and unlawful possession of a firearm. They will stand trial alongside five other defendants already in custody. At the time of his death, Forbes was in Durban to perform during his birthday celebrations. Police have characterized the attack as a meticulously planned hit. Forbes, celebrated for his three solo albums and collaborations with international artists like Nigeria’s Burna Boy, was a prominent figure in South Africa’s music scene. His untimely demise has left a void in the industry and sparked widespread mourning.