SAMRO

SAMRO is Africa's leading Collective Management Organisation that administers performing rights on behalf of composers, authors and publishers.

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SAMRO’s General Manager of Sales and Licensing, Karabo Senna presents the SAMRO Highest AirPlay (Composer) Award during the #SAMA32 ceremony. This award has no nominations as it’s based on data.

This year, the award is presented to @NontokozoMkhiz9 for “Esandleni”. SAMRO congratulates Nontokozo and her team for this achievement.

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HIGHLIGHT:
“If you perform live at a SAMRO-licensed venue, go to the SAMRO portal and submit the songs you performed. Because we license those venues, we can pay the composers and authors who wrote those songs.” – Motsiri Moeketsi, Manager: Distribution, SAMRO

Day 3 of #DontLeaveMoneyOnTheTable on @yfm’s The Way Up was all about how SAMRO distributions work. Royalties don’t only come from radio and TV. When a song is performed live at a licensed venue, the people who wrote it earn from that too.

Performing at gigs? Submit your setlists on the SAMRO portal so the composers and authors behind every song get paid.

Tomorrow at 8:00 AM: Lillian Seloane, Deputy Officer: SAMRO Retirement Annuity Fund (SRAF), talks legacy and estate planning, and what happens to your royalties in the future. Tune in to The Way Up on YFM.

#SAMRO #YFM #TheWayUp #MusicBusiness

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Your music has been played, the licence fees have been collected. But how does that money actually reach you?

Day 3 of Don’t Leave Money on the Table, SAMRO’s five-day campaign in partnership with @Yfm, focused on helping music creators better understand their royalties and get paid for their work.

Earlier today, Motsiri Moeketsi, SAMRO Distribution Manager, joined The Way Up on YFM to unpack how royalty distribution works, from tracking music usage and matching plays to registered works, to understanding payment timelines and the importance of keeping your information up to date.

Missed the conversation? Here are some key insights from the interview!

#SAMRO #DontLeaveMoneyOnTheTable #YFM #MusicRoyalties #MusicBusiness

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Your music has been played, the licence fees have been collected. So how does that money actually reach you?

It’s Day 3 of Don’t Leave Money on the Table, SAMRO’s five-day campaign with Y helping music creators understand their royalties and get paid for their work.

Today, Motsiri Moeketsi, SAMRO Distribution Manager, joins The Way Up to explain how royalty distribution works: how plays are tracked and matched to your works, when payouts happen, and what you can do to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.

Tune in to The Way Up on YFM at 8:00 AM!

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HIGHLIGHT:
"Be very careful who you allow in studio. You'll have friends hanging around, someone contributes something, you like it and you keep it in. That person is now a composer, and you can't just cut them out. They may earn royalties on that song." – Karabo Senna, General Manager: Licensing, SAMRO

Day 2 of #DontLeaveMoneyOnTheTable on @yfm's The Way Up was all about where the money comes from, and who gets a share of it. Every contribution to a song counts, so agree on splits before you leave the studio.

Register your works and your splits with SAMRO so every play pays the right people.

Tomorrow at 8:00 AM: Motsiri Moeketsi, Manager: Distribution, unpacks "Understanding SAMRO Distributions". Tune in to The Way Up on YFM.

#SAMRO #YFM #TheWayUp #MusicBusiness #Royalties

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Let’s talk licensing!

Karabo Senna joined Nia Brown and Okay Wasabi on YFM for an insightful conversation about licensing, what it entails, and why understanding the process is so important.

Tune in as they unpack the essentials and shed light on what you need to know!

#KaraboSenna #YFM #MusicLicensing #KnowYourRights #MusicIndustry

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Where does the money come from?

Today, SAMRO’s General Manager: Sales and Licensing, Karabo Senna, joined @Yfm to unpack what music licensing is and why it matters in protecting music creators’ rights.

Know the rules. Respect the rights. Keep the music playing!

#SAMRO #YFM #MusicLicensing #MusicRights

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Your music is your business. Keep your admin in check!

SAMRO’s GM for Member Services, Nobambo Goduka, joined @yfm to highlight the importance of keeping your details updated with SAMRO and staying on top of the administrative side of your music career.

From updating your personal and banking information to ensuring your records are accurate, staying organised is essential to managing your music rights and ensuring a smooth royalty payment process.

Create the music. Own your business. Stay informed.

#Musicbusiness #SAMRO #YFM

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HIGHLIGHT:

"Treat SAMRO as the HR for the Performing Rights of your musical works. Just like HR needs your banking details to pay your salary, we need your banking details to pay your royalties." – Nobambo Goduka, General Manager: Member Services, SAMRO

Day 1 of #DontLeaveMoneyOnTheTable on @yfm 's The Way Up was all about the money that could already be waiting for you. If your details aren't up to date, your royalties can't find you.

Update your details at SAMRO so every play pays.

Tomorrow at 8:00 AM: Karabo Senna, General Manager: Licensing, answers, "Where does the money come from?" Tune in to The Way Up on YFM.

#SAMRO #YFM #TheWayUp #MusicBusiness #Royalties

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COMPETITION
SAMRO is giving away 25 tickets to @musicexchange #MEX26, taking place on 31 October at the Protea Fire & Ice Hotel in Cape Town.
Click the link below to enter. It’s first come, first served, so be quick!
https://t.co/7ZcrNXKRB2

PLEASE NOTE: The competition is open to those who can attend in person in Cape Town. Prize is event entry only; travel and accommodation not included. Entries close Friday, 23 October at 12:00. Winners announced Monday, 26 October at 10:00. T&Cs apply.
#MEX26 #MusicWeek #FAMEWeekAfrica #SAMRO

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Taking the conversation to the airwaves!

SAMRO’s General Manager for Member Services, Nobambo Goduka, joined YFM for an insightful conversation on the importance of keeping your details updated with SAMRO and staying on top of the administrative side of your music business.

From updating banking and personal information to ensuring your music works are correctly registered, staying on top of your administration is essential to managing your music rights and ensuring a smooth royalty payment process.

Your music is your business. Keep your admin in check!

#SAMRO #YFM #MusicBusiness #MusicRights #MemberServices

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Tune in to #TheWayUp every morning this week as we discuss all things @SAMROMusic and how you can start earning from your music and how to register correctly!

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Did you know that @SAMROMusic abides by the Prescription Act? Make sure your documentation and registration is up to date so you don’t lose out on your royalties. #TheWayUp

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Nobambo, General Member Services Manager @SAMROMusic explains why royalties can end up unpaid, including accurate registration, limited usage, updating your information regularly and more! #TheWayUp

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General Manger @SAMROMusic Nobambo Goduka and we’re discussing everything Music and Royalties, tune in to #TheWayUp

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Nothing hits quite like hearing your own song out in the world. But are you making sure those plays count towards your performance rights royalties?

SAMRO has partnered with @yfm on Don’t Leave Money on the Table, a five-day campaign to help music creators understand their royalties and get paid for their work.

Kicking things off is Nobambo Goduka, SAMRO General Manager: Member Services, joining The Way Up to unpack what you need to know about your performance rights royalties.

📻 Tune in to The Way Up on YFM at 8:00 AM!

#SAMRO #YFM #DontLeaveMoneyOnTheTable #musicroyalties

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What does the future of music look like in the age of AI?

We caught up with Pamela De Menezes from The @thisisthearrows at the @fakugesi AI & Music Business Hackathon, where she shared her thoughts and perspectives on the use of artificial intelligence in the music industry.

Hear what she has to say about AI and music! Please note that these are her personal views and opinions.

#FakUgesi #AIMusic #MusicBusiness #ArtificialIntelligence #TheArrows

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CAPE TOWN CREATORS, SAMRO IS COMING TO YOU!

The SAMRO State of Your Music Service Week is heading to the Mother City! Join us for direct assistance with music copyright, royalties, catalogue management, songwriter agreements, SAMRO benefits and more.

📍 FAME Week Africa
🗓 28–31 October 2026
⏰ 09h00–15h00
📌 CTICC 2, Foreshore, Cape Town

📍 Music Exchange (MEX26)
🗓 Saturday, 31 October 2026
📌 Protea Fire & Ice Hotel, 64 New Church Street, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town

Whether you’re an emerging or established music creator, our team is ready to assist you with your music administration.

✅ No appointment needed!

Your music. Your rights. Your royalties.

#SAMRO #StateOfYourMusic #CapeTown #FAMEWeekAfrica #MEX26

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CAPE TOWN CREATORS, WE'RE COMING TO YOU!

The SAMRO State of Your Music Service Week is heading to the Mother City, bringing essential services and information directly to music creators!

Whether you need assistance with notifying your musical works, updating your member information, submitting supporting documents, or understanding your SAMRO benefits, our team will be on hand to assist you.

📅 Dates & Venues:

📍 28–30 October 2026
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town
9:00am - 15:00 pm

📍 31 October 2026
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2)
9:00am - 15:00 pm

Engage directly with SAMRO consultants, get your questions answered, and ensure your music administration is in order.

Your music. Your rights. Your royalties.

We look forward to seeing you there!

#SAMRO #StateOfYourMusic #CapeTownCreators #MusicRights #MusicRoyalties #SAMROMembers #MusicAdministration

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The future of music is evolving, and so is the protection of creators’ rights.

At @fakugesi Festival 2026, @karabosenna , SAMRO’s General Manager: Sales and Licensing, shared insights on AI in music, the importance of declaring AI involvement, and accurate metadata in protecting creators’ contributions.

As music evolves, knowing your rights matters.

#SAMRO #Fakugesi2026 #ArtificialIntelligence #MusicRights #MusicMetadata

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Know your craft. Know your rights.

At the @channelotv Youth Over Everything (YOE) Creative Hub, we caught up with @khanya_greens , who shared her key takeaways from the event and highlighted the importance of DJs performing at licensed venues.

Beyond the decks, understanding music licensing is an essential part of building a responsible and sustainable music industry.

#SAMRO #ChannelO #YouthOverEverything #YOECreativeHub #MusicLicensing