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AKA
Kiernan Jarryd Forbes (28 January 1988 – 10 February 2023), known professionally as AKA, was a South African rapper, record producer and businessman. Born in Cape Town and raised in Johannesburg, Forbes gained recognition after releasing his single “Victory Lap” from his debut studio album, Altar Ego (2011). He was one of the most popular South African musicians of his era and the greatest selling South African hip hop artist of all-time.
- Year of birth: 1988
- Demise: 10th February 2023
- Age at death: 35 years
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Costa Titch
South Africans have been left truly saddened by the news of young amapiano artists Costa Stitch’s passing. Costa Stitch — real name Constantinos Tsonanoglou —passed away after collapsing on stage during a performance at Ultra Music Festival at the Nasrec stadium. His passing comes shortly after local rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes was shot and killed outside a busy Durban restaurant.
Music fanatics are struggling to make sense of the deaths of the artists who were close friends and even worked on a musical project together.
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- Year of birth: 1995
- Demise: 11th March 2023
- Age at death: 27 years
The loss of a loved one comes with intense feelings of grief and helplessness. Unfortunately, no one can stop death from happening as all human beings are mere mortals. Every passing minute, someone, celebrities not exempt, takes their final breath on earth. The South African celebrities who died in 2022 left a big gap in the world.
Many people struggle emotionally and psychologically after losing their loved ones. South African celebrities who died in 2022 left fans, family, and friends in deep shock and grief. It is essential for everyone to come up with healthy coping mechanisms after losing someone they love.
South African celebrities who died in 2022
Who died in 2022 in South Africa? Check out the list of South African celebrities who died in 2022 and the cause of their demise.
1. Siyanda Sesimani
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- Year of birth: 1990
- Demise: 11th March 2022
- Age at death: 31 years
Siyanda Sesimani is one of the South African actors who died recently. He took his last breath on 11th March 2022 after being in a coma for a while. He is best remembered as a star on The Estate and Soul City.
On 15th February 2022, he was injured during a house break-in by unknown criminals, leaving him in a coma. He was in the intensive care unit for a while before taking his last breath, shortly before his 32nd birthday.
2. DJ Dimplez
DJ Dimplez posing for a picture in a white t-shirt and red and white cap. Photo: @djdimplez
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- Date of birth: 31st August 1992
- Demise: 6th March 2022
- Age at death: 29 years
Boitumelo Athiel Mooi, alias DJ Dimplez, is among the South African celebrities who died this year. The 29-year-old will be fondly remembered for his contribution to the local music and pop culture industry. The disc jockey passed away from a brain haemorrhage.
3. Riky Rick
Rapper Riky Rik posing for a picture in a black and grey outfit. Photo: @rikyrickworld Source: Instagram
Date of birth: 20th July 1987
Demise: 23rd February 2022
Age at death: 34 years
Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, alias Riky Rick, was one of the most famous rappers in the country. The musician was raised in KwaMashu, Durban. The rapper had been struggling with depression and substance abuse for years. He reportedly hanged himself with a rope in his home. Although people tried to save his life, he was declared dead at the hospital.
4. DJ Citi Lyts
Birth: 1989
Demise: 14th February 2022
Age at death: 32 years
Sandile Mkhize, alias DJ Citi Lyts, was best known as the brother of the late rapper, Prokid. He was a talented musician known for hits like Washa Washa and Vurra. Unfortunately, he lost his life on Valentine’s day this year at 32 years. His family revealed that the artist was ambushed and shot to death in Dube, Soweto. He passed away at 12:30 a.m. READ ALSO Who is Jace Norman? Age, family, height, crush, movies, contacts, profiles, worth
5. Kuli Roberts
Date of birth: 16th December 1972
Demise: 9th February 2022
Age at death: 49 years
Nomakula Kuli Roberts is one of the celebrities who died in 2022 in South Africa. She was a celebrated actress, radio and television personality, author, and fashion and beauty enthusiast. People remember her kind heart and pleasant personality. The bubbly media personality collapsed dead at about 10 p.m. on 9th February 2022, before heading to a radio interview. It was speculated that she died of a heart attack. However, the exact cause of death was not disclosed to the public.
6. Patrick Shai
Date of birth: 9th December 1956
Demise: 22nd January 2022
Age at death: 65 years
Patrick Molefe Shai is among the South African actors who died recently. The 65-year-old actor was known for starring in many South African series and films, including Generations, Soul City, Ashes to Ashes, Zero Tolerance, and Zone 14.
