South African music rights organisation CAPASSO has endorsed a joint framework from IMPF and IMPEL addressing the licensing of compositions used by generative AI companies.
The principles cover transparency about source material, remuneration for training and commercial exploitation, and tracking systems that help rights holders identify how their work is used. They also argue that the value of a composition should not be overlooked in favour of the sound recording.
For African artists, producers and publishers, the discussion is practical as well as legal. As African music reaches global audiences, the ability to identify rights and negotiate compensation becomes increasingly important.
The debate remains unresolved: the statement describes principles organisations want adopted, not a binding new law. DOGON will follow the policy developments and their implications for independent creators.
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