Durban restaurant, Wish is set to close permanently following the death of the rap star, Kiernan AKA Forbes.
The restaurant is located on Florida road in Durban and on the 10th of February 2023, Kiernan was killed in front of the restaurant alongside his friend, Tibz.
In an official statement shared on social media, the director of the restaurant, Philani Kweyama said the eatery had a “severe downturn in business” after the incident, hence the permanent closure of the establishment.
The restaurant will host “The Last Supper” on the 10th of April 2023.
“In light of the tragic event on our doorstep we have experienced a severe downturn in business which leaves the directors with no choice but to close the business permanently as the brand equity of Wish On Florida has been deeply hindered.”
“Wish On Florida was certainly a wish come true for two black entrepreneurs who dedicated the past three years to building a successful black-owned restaurant in the heart of Durban, winning the Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur Award at the Durban Tourism Business Awards in 2022,” he said.
Philani revealed that closing the business was not an easy decision.
“To our staff members who are the fabric that held Wish On Florida together — this was not an easy decision. Our efforts to keep our doors open to ensure the security of your employment has been difficult and, unfortunately, the above mentioned has led to an untimely farewell,” he wrote.
He further thanked the City of Durban and various brands and suppliers who helped the business over the years.
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