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SUPPORTING THE SOUTH AFRICAN MUSIC INDUSTRY

MUSIC PUBLISHERS’ ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA

Be The Legacy: Celebrating 10 Years of MPASA

29 Oct, 2025

MPASA marks 10 years of championing South Africa’s music publishers—reflecting on milestones, growth, and a call to “Be The Legacy” by joining the next decade of progress.

CAB Update – June 2025

5 Jun, 2025 | News

Get the latest update on South Africa’s Copyright Amendment Bill (CAB) as it heads to the Constitutional Court—exploring key legal debates, fair use concerns, and what it means for creators and rights holders.

Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Our Industry

1 Jun, 2025 | News

Explore how artificial intelligence is disrupting the music industry—from copyright battles to ethical concerns—and what artists, songwriters, and publishers can do to protect their work and get paid.

Downtown Music Publishing Africa

28 May, 2025 | News

Sheer Publishing Africa becomes Downtown Music Publishing Africa, expanding global partnerships and services to support and empower African music creators.

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FREE Professional Workshops

Participate in workshops covering various aspects of the music publishing business, provided at no cost to members.

we believe in the power of community and collaboration.

MPASA Connect is our latest effort to ensure that our members have the tools and opportunities they need to thrive.

Unlock Your Full Potential with a MPASA Membership

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DO YOU HAVE A COMPANY THAT OWNS OR ADMINISTERS MUSIC COPYRIGHTS? Then you need to join MPASA!

Take the next step in your music publishing journey with MPASA. Join today and unlock these invaluable resources to propel your career forward.

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and enjoy exclusive benefits designed to elevate your career in music publishing:

We create value by safeguarding and championing the copyrights of our members.

Be a part of our powerful collective, helping you to grow your business through networking, upskilling and attend professional workshops for FREE.

By joining and participating in the MPASA Community Platform, you agree to adhere to these terms and conditions, fostering a positive and productive environment for all members.

BECOME A MEMBER

Business Upskilling: Access tailored resources and programs to enhance your professional skills.

Free Professional Workshops: Participate in workshops aimed at advancing your industry knowledge.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts and peers to expand your professional network.

Industry Insights: Stay ahead with updates on trends, threats, and risks affecting your business.

Understanding Copyright Laws: Gain valuable knowledge on South Africa’s Copyright laws.

Optimized Royalty Management: Engage effectively with SAMRO & CAPASSO to maximize royalty benefits.

Enhanced Visibility: Be prominently featured in our membership directory.

MPASA Connect Forum: Join our exclusive Google Group for collaborative projects and skill exchange among music publishers and professionals.

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The South African voice of Music Publishing

Advocating for our members at all times, upholding their interests, and protecting the intellectual property of publishers and composers. We are proud members of ICMP, the world trade association representing the interests of the music publishing community internationally.

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