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July 2, 2026
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Artists royalties hit as KECOBO suspends music producers' licence

Artists royalties hit as KECOBO suspends music producers' licence

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has suspended the operating license of the Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) for 90 days...

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The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has suspended the operating license of the Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) for 90 days due to alleged royalty mismanagement and governance lapses.

  • Over Sh5.5 million in distributable royalties was reportedly spent on non-core activities by KAMP.
  • This suspension bars KAMP from collecting royalties, issuing licenses, or negotiating tariffs.
  • PAVRISK has been appointed by KECOBO to collect royalties on behalf of rights ordinarily represented by KAMP.

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