Mbombela stadium roared with screams and tears trickled down fans' faces as his song Lemons played after he was announced as the winner of the best Hip-Hop Artist category at the Metro FM Awards. Late rapper Kiernan "AKA" Forbes scooped four trophies for Best Collaboration Song, Best Hip-Hop Artist and Best Male at the highly sought-after Artist of the Year.

?WINNING BIG

His daughter Kairo and parents Tony and Lynn Forbes accepted his first award, thanking his fans and those who have supported his career. His record label, Vth Season dedicated the Artist Of The Year award to his father, Tony, for playing the music he did that inspired AKA. Minister Of Sport, Arts, and Culture Zizi Kodwa stressed the importance of the category. ?

A PROUD FATHER

AKA's dad tells ZiMoja in an adrenalin-filled moment that he knows his son is resting well. "I know how is happy where he is. This would not have been possible without the support of his supporters," he says. "He has left a legacy for his daughter and The Megacy. I as a father am proud of all the hard work he has put in. It's been a difficult and emotional time for us, but we continue for The Megacy, his fanbase."