SUCCESSFUL BURSARY RECIPIENTS OF THE 2026 SAMRO MUSIC BUSINESS PROGRAMME IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE SOULCANDI INSTITUTE OF MUSIC (SCIM).

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The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), in collaboration with the Soul Candi Institute of Music (SCIM), announces the awarding of 70 bursaries for the 2026 Music Business Skills Programme.

Now in its seventh year, the programme remains a key professional development initiative for SAMRO full and associate members.

Through this partnership, 70 eligible members receive bursaries to enrol in an 8-week accredited online course that equips them with essential skills to navigate the commercial side of the music industry. The programme strengthens participants’ ability to engage with industry stakeholders and develop sustainable strategies for long-term career growth in a competitive and evolving music ecosystem.

The Soul Candi Institute of Music delivers a dedicated online curriculum for SAMRO members, combining academic insight with practical application. The course builds core business and production skills through flexible, self-paced learning, supported by expert-led sessions, mentorship, and a collaborative online environment.

For enquiries, please contact csi@samro.org.za

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SUCCESSFUL BURSARY RECIPIENTS OF THE 2026 SAMRO MUSIC BUSINESS PROGRAMME IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE MUSIC BUSINESS LAB (MBL)

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The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) ispleased to announce the 50 bursary recipients of the Music Business Lab (MBL) Publisher Programme 2026, a targeted professional development initiative designed to strengthen music publishing knowledge, business acumen, and commercial sustainability within the South African music sector.

The Music Business Lab Training Programme was established to address the need for stronger business skills, professionalisation, and sustainable growth within Southern Africa’s music publishing sector. The programme was initiated to fill a critical gap in the industry by equipping emerging music publishers, independent label owners, and self-published SAMRO memberswith practical skills in publishing, revenue generation, market access, andenterprise development. Through this CSI initiative, SAMRO provides certified training and incubation support to help members build resilient music enterprises, drive innovation, and contribute to the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of the South African music industry.

For enquiries, please contact csi@samro.org.za

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