annabell lebethe

Passionate about SA arts, Cultural Administrator, ‘The Fixer’, Mama-Khumo, sister, aunt, daughter, friend. Modimo ke oo

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@sellohatang @Powerfm987 morning. Dr Mkhize is such an underestimated leader. He leads with humility and much of my leadership style was influenced by him. Quiet, yet strong & firm. Thank Sibongiseni for all you have done for leading public arts institutions.

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

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[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@tumisole Bianca wa batho🤦🏽‍♀️. Cant wait. The book is even better methinks.

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@ThabisoTema @ProVerbMusic @Powerfm987 such an amazing person, had the pleasure and honour or working with him @SAMROMusic. Great mind!

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

Singer/songwriter l, Selaelo Selota is a bursary recipient and graduate of the Academy of Sound Engineering’s Business Masterclass sponsored by SAMRO.

Selota shares his experience of the course.

#SAMROCSI #ASE #AcademyOfSoundEngineering #SAMRO #Funding

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@ThabisoTema @Powerfm987
it’s the Copyright Coalition of SA

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@MorioMoriano @Powerfm987 Ntate Dr @SelloGalane is a living legend. I’m a fan having met him in early 2001 and remember hearing his music for the 1st time. I stand! PULA

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@Powerfm987 @DenzilTaylor What an incredible discussion with an incredible creative. Thank you. The privilege to have seen Greg and VDT productions leaves me speechless.

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

REMINDER: 29 AUGUST 2024.

SAMRO, in partnership with the Basadi In Music Awards, announced the final workshop in a series of impactful workshops.
This initiative is part of SAMRO’s ongoing commitment to addressing gender disparity in the music industry.

Joining the panel is @tiktok_sa sensation and Musician @khanyisa95.

Event Details:
Date: 29 August 2024
Time: 10:00
Venue: SAMRO Auditorium, 20 De Korte Street.

If you still haven’t RSVP’d for this event, please go to:
https://t.co/D5pWgYTfkV

#BIMA #SAMRO #WomenInMusic #Diversity #Inclusion

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

Celebrating Women’s Day with SAMRO

On this significant day, we honour the strength and achievements of women across South Africa. SAMRO’s commitment to women’s empowerment is highlighted in the new ongoing campaign, ‘The Future Is Female’. With 42% female representation on our board, 100% representation on the executive committee, and 66% female staff composition, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve women’s participation in the music industry, we are pleased to announce our final workshop in collaboration with the Basadi In Music Awards. This initiative, born from the recommendations of our 2022 research on ‘Women’s Rights and Representation,’ aimed to address the underrepresentation of women in the industry, where women made up only 18% of active SAMRO members.

Let’s also take a moment to reflect on the historic courage demonstrated on August 9, 1956, when approximately 20,000 women of all races united in Pretoria to protest against oppressive apartheid legislation. Their bravery and solidarity serve as a powerful reminder of our collective strength and determination.

Join us in celebrating this day and supporting the future of women in music. Together, we can continue to drive positive change and build a more inclusive industry for everyone.

#WomensDay #TheFutureIsFemale #SAMRO #BasadiInMusicAwards #Empowerment #MusicIndustry #HistoricalImpact

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

Spotify has named Zoë Modiga, acclaimed musician and recipient of the 2015 SAMRO Overseas Scholarship, the 'Spotify EQUAL Ambassador' for Youth Month in June 2024.

Following the recent release of Modiga's album, "Nomthandazo," Spotify highlights its compelling and emotionally resonant performances.

The Spotify EQUAL program remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering female artists globally. Through meticulously curated playlists, compelling content, and the EQUAL hub, this initiative has garnered over 31 billion editorial streams spanning 1 billion listening hours.

With the inclusion of more than 6,900 female artists on the EQUAL playlist and the support of over 1,000 ambassadors worldwide, including South Africa, EQUAL continues to drive significant impact within the music industry.

As SAMRO commemorates the influential contributions of youth in the music industry during Youth Month in June 2024, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Zoe Modiga for her well-deserved recognition and her inspirational influence on other young female musicians.

#YouthMonth #Youth #MusicBusiness #EQUAL #EmpoweringFemaleArtists

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

Join the National Dialogue on Creative & Cultural Industries hosted by @SundayTimesZA, in partnership with @ccifsa and @CCSA_Official.

The event is supported by IPO and SAMRO and plans to explore the transformative power and economic significance of the creative sector.

To register, go to: https://t.co/sj9IoBmMOo

#SAMRO #CreativeSector #CreativeEconomy

[Dr Siphiwo Mahala @SiphiwoMahala]

The National Arts Festival turns 50 this year. Here is the anniversary logo.

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

SAMRO recorded remarkable revenue growth in 2023, coupled with a decrease in the Cost-to-Income ratio.

SAMRO achieved a total revenue growth of 15.3%, from R514.9 million in 2022 to R593.7 million in 2023. This is SAMRO’s unwavering commitment to serving its members, enabling a significant improvement in the organisation’s overall performance.

Compared to the past five years, when the organisation’s Cost-to-Income ratio was as high as 40%, the significant decrease to 25% in 2023 is a testament to SAMRO’s commitment to creating value for members, as lower costs mean higher royalty distributions.

Foreign royalty income, generated from the use of SAMRO members’ music in foreign countries, witnessed an increase of 4.1%, from R24.5 million in 2022 to R25.5 million in 2023.

The increase in revenue had a significant positive impact on SAMRO’s total amount available for distribution which increased by 22.2%, from R452.3 million in 2022 to R552.8 million in 2023.

Moreover, SAMRO increased the frequency of royalty distributions for members and the distributions increased from 15 in 2022 to 21 in 2023, and this is the organisation’s plight to deliver value to members.

For more information and easy access to SAMRO’s 2023 Integrated Report Highlights click on the following link: https://t.co/1NvSE4WUYV

To access the issued press release, use the following link: https://t.co/lZM78W5xFB

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@SiphiwoMahala Wonderful…congratulations 🥂

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

The Latest Update on the Copyright Amendment Bill:

SAMRO has consistently advocated for fair copyright legislation. Regrettably, the Copyright Amendment Bill was passed by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) to the National Assembly for concurrence.

Watch SAMRO's GM of Legal Services, Chola Makgamathe, discuss the latest developments and progress on the Copyright Amendment Bill (CAB) in this video.

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

Join us today, 13 September, at 10 a.m. on X spaces for a discussion on SAMRO Member Benefits. Learn who qualifies, how to claim, and how to update your member information. Don't miss it! #SAMRO #MemberBenefits #Discussion

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@Powerfm987 @Thabisoo
Wonderful call @BmThivi 👌🏽

[SAMRO @SAMROMusic]

SAMRO proudly announces Leanne Thomas as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Ms Thomas has been with SAMRO for a decade and has excelled in various roles during her tenure. She climbed the ranks from Financial Accountant to Group Financial Manager in 2013 and then to Senior Group Financial Manager in 2019. In May 2023, she assumed the role of Acting Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) until she was appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Leanne's expertise and dedication have already significantly impacted our business.

We are excited to share a momentous milestone at SAMRO. With Ms Thomas' appointment, our Executive Committee (EXCO) is now 100% composed of remarkable women, including our Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Operations Officer (COO). This makes SAMRO truly unique among organisations in South Africa.

[annabell lebethe @annbelllebethe]

@SiphiwoMahala Thank you 🌼