KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has confirmed that investigations into the murder of rapper **Kiernan “AKA” Forbes** and his close friend, celebrity chef **Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane**, are far from over. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, Mkhwanazi revealed that **more arrests could soon be made** as the police continue to follow crucial financial and operational leads.
This announcement follows the **high-profile extradition of Siyabonga Gezani and Malusi David Ndimande**, two brothers linked to the murders, from Eswatini to South Africa. Their return marks a significant step in a complex investigation that has gripped the nation since the tragic killings outside a Durban nightclub in February 2023.
Ndimande Brothers Appear in Court
The Ndimande brothers made their **first appearance at the Durban Magistrate’s Court** on Tuesday. The case was postponed to 25 November to allow their legal representatives time to consult. Their arrival in South Africa has reignited public interest in the case, with many hoping their testimony will expose the masterminds behind the assassination.
Following the court proceedings, Mkhwanazi addressed journalists, confirming that **detectives were pursuing new leads**. “We did explain before that the suspects play different roles,” he said. “We know there is a head who coordinated everything — the one who paid the entire group after the job was done. That payment came from a business account, which we are now tracing.”
Following the Money Trail
In a video shared by **News Live SA** on X (formerly Twitter), Mkhwanazi elaborated on the **financial aspect of the case**, explaining that police are focusing on who financed the operation. He noted that investigators are tracing financial transactions and business links connected to **Mziwethemba Gwabeni**, another suspect, to uncover those higher up the chain.
“We are investigating the linkages of his business account with partners who transferred money into it,” Mkhwanazi said. “We are identifying everyone who might have had a financial interest or partnership with him.”
He further explained that the **financial trail could reveal key players** who planned or funded the hit. “We are looking at those relationships to determine who may have coordinated this operation. Until we have solid evidence, the work continues — but we’re getting closer,” Mkhwanazi added.
Tony Forbes Reacts to New Developments
Meanwhile, **Tony Forbes**, the father of the late rapper, expressed mixed emotions about the Ndimande brothers’ return. Speaking to eNCA, he commended the **National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)** and the police for their persistence, saying their efforts offered some hope that justice may soon prevail.
Social media users also reacted strongly to the news, with many South Africans calling for full accountability and urging the authorities to **reveal who ordered the assassination**.
As the investigation deepens, the public eagerly awaits the next court appearance and the possible unveiling of new suspects. For now, Mkhwanazi’s firm assurance that the **“case is far from over”** signals that the pursuit of justice for AKA and Tibz continues — with the spotlight firmly on uncovering the truth behind one of South Africa’s most shocking celebrity murders.
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