Ayanda Ncwane, the South African businesswoman and reality TV star, has been accused of exploiting the gospel group Abathandwa and not paying royalties for their hit album “Ehhe moya wam”. The accusations emerged following the group’s departure from Ncwane Communications, Ayanda’s record label, and their transition to Dondolo Music Productions.
The advancement of digital technology has led to an increase in the reproduction and distribution of copyrighted works. In response, the South African government has proposed the Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers’ Protection Amendment Bill. These amendments aim to address the issues surrounding copyright works, particularly music and films, in the digital age. The proposed amendments aim to provide creators and performers with fair compensation for their work.
