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, a live music development project housed within SAMRO’s CSI, has officially won the prestigious 2026 Music Cities Award for Music-Led Placemaking. Handed over at the global ceremony in Kingston upon Hull, UK, this international honour recognises Concerts SA’s exceptional impact in using live music to activate cities, towns, and townships, fostering inclusive creative economies across Southern Africa.

To read more, please go to: https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/concerts-sa-wins-international-music-cities-award-for-placemaking-in-hull-uk-953224a

Catch SAMRO’s CSI & Special Projects Manager, Lesego Maforah, this evening at 19:40 on as he discusses 'The Business of Live Music' following (live music development project housed within SAMRO’s CSI) winning the International Music-led Placemaking category at the Music Cities Awards 2026 held in the UK.

Tune in to learn more.

Notice to SAMRO Members

On 30 June 2026, SAMRO employees will be working remotely due to anticipated protests and demonstrations in parts of South Africa.

Please note that in-person services will not be available on this day. Our consultants will, however, remain available to assist you remotely during normal business hours.

Members can email us at [email protected]. Alternatively, members can book an appointment by going to https://www.samro.org.za/creator-support-booking

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

SAMRO mourns the loss of South African jazz legend and cherished cultural icon Abdullah Ibrahim.

A master pianist, composer, and storyteller, Abdullah Ibrahim’s music has touched the hearts of many, becoming a powerful soundtrack to South Africa’s journey through adversity, hope, and liberation. His timeless compositions, most notably Mannenberg, have transcended generations and cemented his place as one of the most influential voices in South African and global jazz.

For over sixty years, he carried the spirit of South Africa to audiences worldwide, inspiring countless musicians and leaving an enduring legacy in our cultural heritage. His artistry continues to resonate in every note, melody, and the artists who follow his pioneering path.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, fellow musicians, and all whose lives he touched with his extraordinary talent.

SAMRO is pleased to announce that its flagship live music development initiative, , has won the prestigious 2026 Cities Award for Music-Led Placemaking.

This international recognition celebrates more than a decade of strengthening the live music ecosystem, supporting artists, and fostering inclusive creative economies across Southern Africa.

This achievement reflects the collective efforts of the partners, practitioners, venues, and communities who have helped shape the success of Concerts SA.

Thank you to for spotlighting the importance of keeping SRAF member information up to date. Her recent post highlights why accurate contact, banking, tax and beneficiary details are essential for ensuring SAMRO members receive important retirement fund communications and benefits without delay.

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The South African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has launched a campaign encouraging members to update their personal information, citing concerns that outdated records could prevent thousands of members from accessing important communications and retirement benefits.

To read more, please go to: https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/samro-urges-members-update-personal-information

Are your SAMRO Retirement Annuity Fund (SRAF) details up to date?

More than 2,000 member benefit statements could not be delivered due to outdated or inactive contact information. To avoid missing important retirement benefit updates and future Two-Pot withdrawals, make sure your contact, banking, tax and beneficiary details are current.

Log in to the Robson Savage member portal today (https://members.robsav.com/) and make sure your records are up to date. Alternatively, contact Customer Services on (011)712-8000 or [email protected]

To learn more about our SRAF, visit: https://www.samro.org.za/member-benefits