Award-winning DJ and businesswoman DJ Zinhle sat down on the L-Tido Podcast for an emotional conversation detailing the challenges of parenting following the sudden passing of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes. Reflecting on the impact of AKA’s death in February 2023, Zinhle admitted that nothing in her personal or professional journey could have prepared her to guide their 9-year-old daughter, Kairo, through severe grief.
In addition to sharing her personal struggles, Zinhle directly addressed social media criticism regarding her continued closeness with the Forbes family and defended her marriage to Bongani “Murdah Bongz” Mohosana.
Key Takeaways from the Interview
- Navigating Loss: Zinhle shared how unexpected and overwhelming it was to support a child processing a parent’s death, emphasizing that all decisions made by both families center on Kairo’s emotional well-being.
- Addressing Online Scrutiny: She responded to social media claims that remaining close to AKA’s family disrespects her husband, clarifying that maintaining a harmonious environment is purely about peace and stability for Kairo.
- Praising Murdah Bongz: Zinhle lauded her husband for his maturity, understanding, and supportive role in Kairo’s life, noting that mutual respect between all parties made co-parenting possible.
- Focus on Family Unity: Reaffirmed that peace and child-first co-parenting remain non-negotiable principles for her household.
