SAMRO has achieved historic financial growth, recording the highest-ever revenue and the lowest Cost-to-Income ratio in a decade. This financial growth directly benefits members by ensuring higher royalty distributions and fairer compensation. The continued focus on financial sustainability and operational efficiency reinforces the organisation’s commitment to maximising member earnings while strengthening long-term stability.

SAMRO acknowledges the recent public interest in the forensic investigation conducted by Fundudzi Forensic Services on behalf of the organisation. The findings were shared with SAMRO members at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 07 December 2023. However, some people may have only learned of the report recently or think the investigation was conducted solely by external parties. Contrary to some assertions, SAMRO initiated and led this investigation by commissioning Fundudzi Forensic Services to uncover any irregularities and ensure accountability.

SAMRO is inviting applications for its 2024 Music Business Skills Programme, a flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative in partnership with the Soul Candi Institute of Music. This program aims to enhance the educational and professional skills of SAMRO’s Full and Associate Members by providing them with essential skills required to navigate the complexities of the music industry.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) announces that 120 members have been selected for the 2024 Music Creation Support Fund (MCSF). Each recipient will receive a micro-grant of R25,000, totalling R3 million. This year's increase from 100 to 120 recipients signifies SAMRO's continued commitment to supporting the creative endeavours of its members, including SAMRO legends who continue to contribute their talents to the South African Music tapestry.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has successfully distributed a staggering R242 million for the Radio and General (R&G) Category for FY2024, marking an unprecedented surge and a new record.

Since its inception as an underground sound, Amapiano music has firmly entrenched itself in the mainstream, making waves across the African continent and beyond. Its growing popularity in the United States and its profound influence on American pop culture underscore the genre's significance in the global music industry and its role in showcasing the immense talent of young South African music creators.

The Southern Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) reiterates the significance of music licensing. This system of licensing music users supports music creators and ensures they are rightfully compensated for the usage of their musical works. As a collecting and distribution society mandated under Section 6 of the South African Copyright Act 98 of 1978, SAMRO addresses the issue of licensing music users for public broadcast.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), in an exclusive partnership with Music Business Lab (MBL), is pleased to announce the selection of 30 dynamic recipients for the 2024 Music Business Lab Training Programme. This highly sought-after initiative, meticulously designed to empower music publishers and foster sustainable growth within the music industry, has successfully concluded its rigorous selection process, opening the doors to a transformative educational journey.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), in partnership with the Academy of Sound Engineering (ASE), is pleased to announce the twenty (20) recipients of the fully funded bursaries for the inaugural Music Business Masterclass (MBM) set to commence on 22 April 2024. This groundbreaking initiative aims to equip SAMRO members from Gauteng and the Western Cape Province with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and succeed in the dynamic music industry.

On 11 April 2024, the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) announced the launch of an exclusive Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative, the Music Business Lab Training Programme in collaboration with Music Business Lab (MBL). The unique programme was initially limited to music publishers and self-published Full and Associate Members of SAMRO residing in Gauteng, Western Cape, and Kwa-Zulu Natal. However, due to the overwhelming demand, SAMRO and MBL have extended the programme nationwide, recognising the significant interest and need within the music industry. This programme will equip members with essential business skills to foster sustainable growth and success within the sector.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) announces the launch of an exclusive Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative, the Music Business Lab Training Programme in collaboration with Music Business Lab (MBL). This unique programme, available only to music publishers and self-published Full and Associate Members of SAMRO, is meticulously designed to equip members with essential business skills to foster sustainable growth and success within the sector.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), in partnership with the Academy of Sound Engineering (ASE), announces the launch of the Music Business Masterclass (MBM) on 27 March 2024 and is calling all SAMRO’s Full and Associate Members to apply from Gauteng and the Western Cape Province. This initiative forms part of the organisation's Corporate Social Investment (CSI) program, and twenty (20) fully funded bursaries are available. The initiative aims to empower participants with essential knowledge and skills that will enable them to thrive in the competitive music industry.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has successfully distributed over R 33 million in royalties to its members for digital platforms in FY2024. This accomplishment underscores SAMRO’s continued commitment to ensuring that its members are properly compensated for the use of their musical works by digital platforms, such as Digital Service Providers (DSPs), Video on Demand (VoD) & User Generated Content (UGC) such as Apple, Spotify, Netflix, and TikTok. Additionally, SAMRO has another distribution scheduled for June 2024, further enhancing its members' earnings potential.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) announces the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors to its Board. Dr Lesley Thulani Luthuli and Louise Bulley joined the SAMRO Board following the organisation's Annual General Meeting which was held on 08 December 2023. With extensive experience in the music industry, both bring valuable expertise to the SAMRO Board.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) avails R3 million for the fourth installment of its flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme, the Music Creation Support Fund (MCSF). This year, MCSF will help one hundred and twenty (120) Full and Associate Members of SAMRO to revive their creativity and compose new musical works that will enable them to generate an income.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) recorded remarkable revenue growth in 2023, coupled with a decrease in the Cost-to-Income ratio. The organisation's achievements were secured amidst a challenging economic environment characterised by increased load-shedding which resulted in elevated business operating costs for most Licensees. Despite these obstacles, SAMRO’s steadfast commitment to serving its members has yielded a significant improvement in overall performance.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has taken swift action in response to claims that some of its members were making irregular royalty claims, prompting SAMRO’s Board of Directors to commission a forensic investigation into the matter.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is pleased to announce the successful bursary recipients of the 2023 Music Business Training Programme, an initiative developed in collaboration with the Soul Candi Institute.

K.O, Young Stunna and Blxckie were bestowed the esteemed SAMRO Highest Airplay Composer Award at the South African Music Awards 29th Annual Edition (SAMA29), which took place on 18 November 2023 at the SunBet Arena at Time Square, Menlyn Maine, in Pretoria. The Southern Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is proud to have sponsored this category again and remains dedicated to celebrating and recognising excellence in the South African music industry.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is issuing a final call to its Full and Associate members, urging them to submit their applications for the SAMRO Music Business Course Bursary before the application window closes on 9 November 2023.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is launching a Music Business Training Programme on 17 October 2023 and calling all SAMRO Full and Associate members to apply. The programme, in partnership with Soul Candi Institute, is part of SAMRO's Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative designed to equip members with the ability to traverse the commercial world of music.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) members are urged to secure their heritage and to participate in the Law Society of South Africa’s National Wills Week. This opportunity allows members to engage in forward-looking legacy planning to ensure that their wishes are carried out according to their Wills, even after they depart from this world.

The Southern Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is striking the perfect chord with its relentless dedication to acknowledging and uplifting female talent, as evidenced by the fact that its Executive Committee is composed entirely of women.

Msaki was honoured with the esteemed SAMRO Songwriter of the Year award at the Basadi in Music Awards (BIMA), which took place on 12 August 2023, at the Joburg Theatre. SAMRO sponsored this category for the second consecutive year since the inception of BIMA in 2022, showcasing their unwavering commitment to creating an environment that fosters creativity and encourages female songwriters to push the limits of musical expression.

The Southern Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Leanne Thomas as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). After an extensive search among both internal and external candidates, the Board of SAMRO has selected Thomas for this important role. Nicholas Maweni, Chairperson of the Board of SAMRO, expressed his satisfaction with the decision.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is pleased to announce that hundred (100) Members have been selected for the 2023 Music Creation Support Fund (MCSF) and will each receive a R25,000 micro-grants, totalling R2,5 million. This marks the third year SAMRO has demonstrated its commitment to supporting the creative endeavours of its members who wish to create groundbreaking musical compositions that have yet to be presented to the public or performed.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has achieved a key milestone by successfully distributing R22 million in accumulated unclaimed royalties to members who had outdated or incorrect banking information. The project to track and trace members who needed to update their banking details commenced in April 2021.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) will, for the first time, introduce a once-off application fee for musicians who wish to join the organisation, this application fee is not applicable to current SAMRO members.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is pleased to announce that it has achieved its biggest royalty distribution in the Radio and General category to date.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is once again dedicating resources to its Music Creation Support Fund (MCSF) in order to help its members to reignite their creativity and create new musical works that will enable them to earn an income.

"In the short period that Ms Bosman was a member of the Board, she added a perspective that comprised of a rich blend of insights on member aspirations as well as the direction that our organisation should continue to march towards"

SAMRO is pleased to announce the appointment of Annabell Lebethe as its new CEO

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) is pleased to announce the appointment of another female member to its Board of Directors, as it continues to strive for greater female inclusion – not only within the organisation itself, but across the entire music industry.

During it’s AGM, SAMRO unpacked its robust financial performance during the 2022 fiscal year.