Advancing South Africa's Music Future
Music Sector 6 (MS6) is a national non-profit organisation established to coordinate, develop and represent the South African music industry. Operating for the public benefit, MS6 brings together artists, organisations, government and stakeholders across all genres and provinces to drive structural reform, sector growth and equitable access.
Our Mission
To coordinate, develop and transform the South African music sector through structured public-benefit activities that enhance governance, strengthen professional standards and artists development, advance equitable access and support long-term industry sustainability across all genres.
Our Vision
A unified, ethical and innovative South African music industry where creators and professionals thrive, are protected, and are globally recognised for their contributions while supporting national cultural and economic value.
Strategic Goals
Promote Transformation and Access
Advance equitable participation and correct historical imbalances.
- Support inclusive artist classification systems.
- Build local and provincial participation platforms.
- Implement a national PRN system for artists.
Strengthen Governance
Advocate for national regulatory frameworks.
- Establish fair norms for remuneration and contracts.
- Create a Music Industry Ombudsman.
- Ensure protection of dignity, rights and mental health.
Infrastructure & Funding
Establish sustainable sector development and funding.
- Create a Music Industry Development Fund Agency.
- Implement contribution systems for reinvestment.
- Coordinate artist-focused financial and insurance schemes.
Education & Training
Provide business development and grant support.
- Create aligned curricula and training programs.
- Strengthen mentorship and skills-recognition structures.
- Vocational programs to address capacity challenges.
Protect IP & Licensing
Advocate for copyright and licensing reform.
- Promote fair royalty and revenue systems.
- Simplify licensing pathways for broader distribution.
- Protect creators in the context of emerging AI technologies.
Global Competitiveness
Build international partnerships for global promotion.
- Improve market access and compliance with global standards.
- Advocate for artist-centric work permit systems.
- Facilitate access to foreign markets.
Advance Policy & Legislative Reform
Collaborate with DSAC, Parliament and regulators.
- Promote inclusive and transformative policy frameworks.
- Address the impact of new technologies on rights and revenues.
- Engage on law reform.
MS6 Leadership Team
Lungile Jacobs Ka Nyamezele
Chairperson
Vusi Leeuw
Deputy Chairperson
Mandla Maseko Snr
Secretary General
Elleanor (Elle) Williams
Public Relations and Communication
Diepollo Tsekoa Mokhathi
Treasurer General
John Milolo
Disability Directorate
Lady Du
Head of Fundraising Committee
Nhlanhla Sibisi
Corporate Governance
Crystal Joseph
Communication and International Relations Committee
Hepter Mailula
Events Committee
Get in Touch With Us
Call Us
+27 (0) 60 184 4065