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SAMRO Annual Stakeholder Forum

Date & Time

Mar 15, 2026

09:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Event Format

Physical

In-Person Event

Location

Johannesburg

Gauteng

Registration

Open

148 / 150 registered

Free Entry

About This Event

About the Forum

The SAMRO Annual Stakeholder Forum is a critical gathering for music creators, publishers, and rights holders to understand the latest developments in royalty collection and distribution. This year's forum will cover new digital licensing frameworks, international royalty collection agreements, copyright law amendments, and best practices for registering and protecting your intellectual property.

What You'll Learn

Industry experts will present case studies on successful royalty claims, demonstrate the new online portal for tracking distributions, and explain changes to the licensing framework for digital streaming platforms. Whether you're a seasoned composer or a new songwriter, this forum provides essential knowledge to maximize your earnings.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with SAMRO executives, fellow creators, music publishers, and legal experts specializing in intellectual property law. One-on-one consultations will be available for complex rights questions.

What You'll Gain

One-on-one consultations with SAMRO royalty specialists
Access to new digital rights management tools
Networking with publishers and fellow rights holders
Understanding of 2024/2025 distribution schedules
Workshop materials and IP protection guide

Organized By

SAMRO Communications

Contact: events@samro.org.za

Speakers & Facilitators

Nhlanhla Sibisi

Chief Executive Officer

MBA, LLB, Certified Rights Management Professional

SAMRO

CEO of SAMRO with over 15 years of experience in music rights management and collective licensing. Nhlanhla has led SAMRO through digital transformation and international licensing agreements.

Amanda van Wyk

Head of Royalty Distribution

CA(SA), Music Business Specialist

SAMRO

Oversees all royalty distribution processes at SAMRO. Amanda specializes in digital licensing and has pioneered new tracking systems for streaming revenue.