The South African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) has uncovered a case of fraud involving some of its members who were illegally claiming royalties. SAMRO conducted a forensic investigation after noticing unusual activities, leading to the discovery of the fraudulent claims. The organisation has vowed to prosecute those involved and ensure that all members are treated fairly.
It confirmed that some members have been fraudulently claiming royalties that do not belong to themRights Organisation has once again landed in a scandal over royalties. However this time, the organisation seems to be on top of things.reports that the music rights body uncovered unusual activities that prompted a forensic investigation, leading to the discovery of several SAMRO members fraudulently claiming royalties that do not belong to them.
"I would like to make it clear that SAMRO has zero tolerance for fraud. Anyone caught committing fraud-related offences will be prosecuted. We remain adamant about stamping out any forms of criminality within the organisation."The royalties conversation is never-ending, and it seems many of our artists may have been getting the short end of the stick.was surprised and expected to have received more.
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