The Forbes Return Home With AKA’s BET Global Visionary Award

Once again, The Forbes accepts another award on behalf of the late SA rapper AKA. Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes bags the Global Visionary Award at the 18th annual BET Hip-Hop Awards.

“Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes was not just a music icon, he was a visionary. BET is proud to celebrate his innovative spirit and unwavering dedication to his craft which left an indelible mark on the world.

“We are honoured to recognise his extraordinary contributions with the Global Visionary Award at the 2023 ‘BET Hip-Hop Awards’. AKA’s legacy will forever inspire future generations, reminding us that music transcends borders and has the power to unite us all,” senior vice-president, GM Paramount Africa, and Lead BET International Monde Twala said. 

To receive the award, AKA’s daughter Kairo, and his mother Lynn graced the BET Awards red carpet gorgeously dressed.

Even in his grave, the rap legend’s great works keep shining.

A few days ago, he topped the list of nominated artists in this year’s South African Music Awards. Leading with 7 categories, the legendary rapper bagged these nominations with his posthumous album Mass Country.

• Male Artist of the Year
• Album of the Year
• Best Engineered Album
• Best Hip-Hop Album
• Best Collaboration (Lemons (Lemonade) featuring Nasty C)
• Best Collaboration (Company featuring Kiddominant)
• Best Produced Music Video (for Lemons (Lemonade) feat. Nasty C

These aren’t the first set of nominations or awards the star has bagged posthumously.

Just like her parents, Kairo Forbes has been illuminating the entertainment industry, winning hearts.