AKA's Net Worth: A look at the king's bank balance

AKA's Net Worth: A look at the king's bank balance

He is one of the most famous rappers in South Africa, and Kiernan Jarryd Forbes' bank account proves it.

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Being one of the most famous people in the country has its perks, a lot of money, cars and a mansion are just a few of them.

AKA is one of the most notable rappers in the music industry and his fans might argue he is the best in the business.

So, Briefly.co.za decided to take a look at his wealth, cars and house.

What is AKA's Net Worth?

The rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, who is best known by his stage name AKA, has an estimated Net Worth of $12 million, which is more than R170 million, as reported by The Net Worth Portal.

However, according to a TshisaLIVE report in April this year, AKA laughed a list, with his alleged net worth, off and said he was flattered that someone thinks he's worth a whooping 155-million.

Guys that list Tira posted is getting people in their feelings ... everyone knows that the people with the money are the ones who show it to us. Duh. - AKA (@akaworldwide) April 3, 2018
155m ... where do you guys get this info ... - AKA (@akaworldwide) April 3, 2018
Well, I believe in speaking it into existence so yes ... I am worth 155 meter ... in fact, I got it in my pocket right now. Off to studio to finish this album! CHEERS!!! - AKA (@akaworldwide) April 3, 2018

AKA makes his millions through his album sales, endorsement deals and business deals, to name only a few.

AKA's House

The rapper bought himself a flashy house in 2016 when he and DJ Zinhle were expecting their first child together.

The King's bank balance: A look at AKA's massive R170m Net Worth
AKA's home in 2016. Photo credit: Youth Villiage

However, after he started dating Bonang Matheba, AKA allegedly bought himself a new mansion, which he sometimes show off on social media.

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AKA's Cars

One of the most notable features of AKA's house is his garage and the beasts parked in it. The rapper is the proud owner of two German sport cars, a BMW i8, which retails for an estimated R2 million, and a BMW X6.

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Maryn Blignaut (Human-Interest HOD) Maryn Blignaut is the Human Interest manager and feature writer. She holds a BA degree in Communication Science, which she obtained from the University of South Africa in 2016. She joined the Briefly - South African News team shortly after graduating and has over six years of experience in the journalism field. Maryn passed the AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course (Google News Initiative), as well as a set of trainings for journalists by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at: maryn.blignaut@briefly.co.za