Reports indicate that South African rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes was shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night.

Another person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, it is reported, was also wounded, while another unidentified person, who is understood to be a close friend of AKA, was shot dead.

It is reported that AKA was standing outside a restaurant when he was gunned down in a drive-by shooting. Two unknown cars are believed to have opened fire just before 10pm.

The rapper who was meant to celebrate his birthday at the YUGO nightclub located in Stamford Hill in Durban (South Africa), was 35.

Born Kiernan Forbes, he was known for acclaimed hits like "Lemons (Lemonade)" and "Fela in Versace.”

Born and raised in Cape Town, the singer gained significance after releasing his single "Victory Lap” which was released from his debut studio album, Altar Ego (2011).

He gained recognition in Nigeria after releasing hit single titled "Fela in Versace”.

The rapper has also worked with Grammy award-winning Nigerian artiste, Burna Boy/

The South African rapper had sparked controversy after he supported xenophobic attacks on Nigerians based in South Africa.

Based on the comment, Burna Boy severed ties with the rapper and vowed never to visit South Africa again.