ZICCO rolls out national roadshows
Mon, February 10, 2025 | Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Council of Copyrights (ZICCO) has launched its 2025 national outreach programmes aimed at empowering members on intellectual property rights. Established last year, ZICCO has gained the support of local artistes who have expressed concerns over lack of royalties, despite their music being played widely. The birth of ZICCO has brought relief to its members, as they are sharing royalties equally among them. Last year, they held a series of shows in Bulawayo and Harare, funded by their own resources. The organisation opened its 2025 calendar with another outreach programme in Bulawayo, which is recognised as an arts hub. In an interview with The Herald Arts, ZICCO chief executive officer Tafadzwa Masembura stressed their determination to make a significant impact and change the fortunes of creatives. ...
