Music Publishers Association of South Africa

The Music Publishers’ Association of South Africa :

-The association: Exists to protect and further the interests of Music Publishers in South Africa and wherever possible, Sub-Saharan Africa,

-Strives to bring to light the importance of music copyright to users, government and the public,

-Seeks to raise and maintain the value of music copyrights in the market,

-Provides Music Publishers with

a collective voice on issues of policy and engagement with music users,

-Recognizes that music copyright markets in the countries of Sub-Saharan Africa are unique and seeks to strengthen understanding of these markets within our region and globally,

-Maintains healthy relationships with other music copyright organizations in the region, including Collection Management Organizations,

-Upskills Music Publishers and provides them with knowledge resources,

-Assists in establishing best practise in the Music Publishing industry and monitors adherence thereto,

-Promotes diversity in a free market and adapts to changing market conditions.