‘Grief has altered me’: Lynn Forbes reflects on life without AKA

Two years have passed since South African rapper AKA (Kiernan Forbes) was tragically gunned down in Durban. His death shocked the nation and left a deep void in his family.

As the breadwinner and beloved son, AKA’s loss impacted everyone, especially his mother, Lynn Forbes. The pain still lingers. His presence, energy, and love once held the family together.

Without him, his loved ones have had to rebuild their lives from the ruins of grief. Yet, in the silence left behind, his memory continues to echo—loud, proud, and unforgettable.

Lynn Forbes life without AKA — Lynn Forbes. Image via Instagram @lynnforbesza

Lynn Forbes reflects on life without AKA

Lynn Forbes recently shared a powerful Instagram post, revealing her raw pain and transformation. She wrote, “This heart-wrenching cry… I relive how I cried when I first heard the news.” That moment shattered her world.

She fell to her knees, knowing life had changed forever. “Grief has altered me,” she admitted, “but I found a deeper way of living.” Today, she values presence, peace, and meaningful moments above all.

Her son’s spirit fuels her resolve to live fully and fearlessly. “I carry you with me,” she wrote, “in everything I do.” Though she misses AKA deeply, she honours him by embracing joy. Her grief, though heavy, has become her guide. With every breath, she chooses love, peace, and purpose—just as AKA did.

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Fans console her

After Lynn Forbes shared her reflection to life without AKA, fans also come consoling her.

@Lyndee Gatsheni ““Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. All of that unspent love gathers in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in the hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go.” ”

@vioettamaitsapo “Not the heartaches we have whenever we think about Him, Mommy just know that you are not alone we are in this together and I pray every day for strength to be upon you…We love you so much Ma”

@MOME “So hard to even read this , one day at a time ma … sending u and light …”

@Nicole Beukes “Sending you lots of love, virtual hugs and kisses I keep you in my thoughts and my prayers I love you always and I will always keep you in my heart ”