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Call for Stronger Copyright Protection for African Artists

Latest Tanzania civil society news · Call for Stronger Copyright Protection for African Arti… explained · updated Aug 19, 2026 · breaking news · latest updates · explained

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  • South African music icon Yvonne Chaka Chaka has called for stronger copyright protection for African artists during her visit to Tanzania.
  • She met with Copyright Society of Tanzania (COSOTA) Board Chairman Victor Tesha and Acting CEO Naomi Mungure to discuss copyright issues.
  • The discussions emphasized the need for fair contracts that ensure artists receive royalties from their work.
  • Chaka Chaka highlighted the importance of artists understanding agreements before signing them to protect their rights.
  • She shared her personal practice of ensuring all her projects are governed by clear agreements regarding rights and royalties.

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SOUTH African music icon Yvonne Chaka Chaka has urged African artists to take greater control of their intellectual property, calling for stronger copyright protection and fair contracts that ensure creators receive the royalties generated by their work.

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