Ano Shumba

1 week ago | musicinafrica.net | Ano Shumba

At the centre of the album is the standout single ‘Offa Me’, featuring Grammy-winning artist Victoria Monét. The energetic track, produced by Haitian DJ and record producer Michael Brun, effortlessly fuses Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, showcasing the pair’s natural chemistry. The accompanying music video, directed by KLVDR and filmed in Los Angeles, premiered today. It delivers a vibrant visual narrative featuring a dynamic dance sequence performed by both Monét and Davido.

1 week ago | musicinafrica.net | Ano Shumba

The amendment to the Copyright Act 2016 was necessary to accommodate the creation of a new semi-autonomous government agency tasked with overseeing the administration of intellectual property rights, including copyrights. As a result, the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) will no longer be responsible for the legal administration and enforcement of copyright laws.

1 week ago | musicinafrica.net | Ano Shumba

The agreement, signed by KAMP CEO CS Maurice Okoth and SAMPRA CEO Pfanani Lishivha, signals a shared commitment to securing fair remuneration for performers and producers whose work is used internationally. Under the terms of the agreement, KAMP will now collect royalties for Kenyan performers and producers when their music is used in South Africa. In return, SAMPRA will collect and remit royalties for South African rights holders when their works are used in Kenya.

1 week ago | musicinafrica.net | Ano Shumba

Spanning two days of focused dialogue and strategy, the conference brought together key stakeholders from across the region, including record labels, Music Licensing Companies (MLCs), Collective Management Organisations (CMOs), and representatives of the recording industry. Building on the momentum of the 2024 edition held in Dar es Salaam, this year’s summit served as both a strategic checkpoint and a forward-thinking platform for performance rights development across the continent.

1 week ago | musicinafrica.net | Ano Shumba

The launch, which precedes World Intellectual Property Day on 26 April, will take place at MUT and will introduce key partners, outline their roles in the campaign, and highlight the strategic importance of IP in the creative economy. A central focus of the event will be the music industry, with discussions around its evolving landscape and the critical role of intellectual property rights in fostering sustainable growth and protecting artists.