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The Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) has invited all musicians, whether they are members or not, to attend its nationwide workshops on copyright awareness.
ZIMURA executive director Polisile Ncube-Chimhini, told <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/zimura-to-educate-musicians-on-copyright/">Chronicle</a> that the workshops aim to inform and empower musicians on their intellectual property rights and how to protect them from infringement.
The workshops are set to be held in different provinces throughout the year, starting with Mutare in Manicaland on 12 March and ending with Gwanda in Matabeleland South on 20 November.
The workshops also seek to promote ethical and legal practices in the music industry. Said Ncube-Chimhini:
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This is a service we give to artistes and stakeholders. From last year we did workshops around the country throughout the year, so this year we are doing the same.
Artistes need to take time to know copyright to avoid infringing other artistes’ copyright.
They need to attend workshops, read widely on intellectual property laws, visit ZIMURA social media handles or visit the office for more information on intellectual property.
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Issues of copyright violation made headlines in the past few weeks after gospel musician Pastor Charles Charamba filed a complaint with YouTube leading to the removal of a music video by Jah Signal titled “Sweetie” which had garnered millions of views.
Jah Signal released the song without obtaining consent from Pastor Charamba, who claimed that the song was a remix of his gospel song, “Kana Vanhu Vangu.”
Pastor Charamba alleged that the lyrics in Jah Signal’s song were blasphemous and expressed his dissatisfaction with the unauthorised use of his music.
More: <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/">Pindula News</a>

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ZIMURA Set To Educate Musicians On Copyright

Zimbabwean singer <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Jah_Signal/">Jah Signal</a>, whose real name is <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Jah_Signal/">Nicodimus Mutize,</a> has apologised to Pastor <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Charles_Charamba/">Charles</a> and <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Charles_Charamba/">Olivia Charamba</a>, known as The Charambas, following a copyright dispute. The Charambas claimed that Jah Signal’s songs, “Shinga Muroora” and “Tengai Mafuta,” were unauthorised remixes of their own songs and had them removed from YouTube. In a social media post, Jah Signal expressed his heartfelt apologies to the couple, referring to them as elders. In a post seen by Pindula News, Jah Signal said:
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Elders for life. From the bottom of my heart I love you mom and dad, I’m so sorry <img alt="🙏🏽" class="xz74otr" decoding="async" height="16" loading="lazy" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfd/1/16/1f64f_1f3fd.png" width="16"/><img alt="🙏🏽" class="xz74otr" decoding="async" height="16" loading="lazy" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfd/1/16/1f64f_1f3fd.png" width="16"/><img alt="🙏🏽" class="xz74otr" decoding="async" height="16" loading="lazy" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfd/1/16/1f64f_1f3fd.png" width="16"/>
<img alt="Jah Signal The Charambas" class="alignnone wp-image-271204" decoding="async" height="474" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 549px) 100vw, 549px" src="https://news.pindula.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jah-Signal-The-Charambas-300x259.png" srcset="https://news.pindula.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jah-Signal-The-Charambas-300x259.png 300w, https://news.pindula.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jah-Signal-The-Charambas-768x663.png 768w, https://news.pindula.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jah-Signal-The-Charambas.png 867w" width="549"/>
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<li class="text-4xl border-b-2 border-[#e8e9ea] tracking-tight pb-4 font-bold pt-4"><a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2024/02/16/pastor-charamba-addresses-unauthorised-remixes-and-copyright-infringement-by-jah-signal/">Pastor Charamba Addresses Unauthorised Remixes And Copyright Infringement By Jah Signal</a></li>
<li class="text-4xl border-b-2 border-[#e8e9ea] tracking-tight pb-4 font-bold pt-4"><a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2024/02/16/copyright-dispute-youtube-removes-jah-signals-sweetie-music-video-after-complaint-by-charles-charamba/">Copyright Dispute: YouTube Removes Jah Signal’s ‘Sweetie’ Music Video After Complaint By Charles Charamba</a></li>
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The conflict between the two musicians began in 2019 when Jah Signal released the song “Sweetie” without obtaining consent from Pastor Charamba. The pastor alleged that the song was a remix of his gospel song, “Kana Vanhu Vangu,” and criticised the lyrics as blasphemous.
On Friday, Pastor Charles Charamba stated the reasons for requesting the removal of Jah Signal’s songs from YouTube. He explained that the songs were unauthorised remixes of his own songs and expressed concern about the change in lyrics from gospel to romantic content. Pastor Charamba emphasised the importance of respecting copyrights, stating that he does not seek royalties or damages and has no intention of suing Jah Signal. He even wished him success in his career and offered to engage with him to protect his YouTube channel from further issues.
Copyright infringement can have serious consequences, including the inability to monetise the work and potential restrictions on live streaming. Artists should familiarise themselves with the concept of fair use and the limitations surrounding it. YouTube employs a Content ID system that automatically scans videos and audio tracks for copyrighted material. When copyrighted content is detected, the copyright owner can file a Content ID claim, leading to actions such as monetisation of the video through ads or removal of the content.
Copyright violations are not uncommon in the music industry, and even well-known artists have faced legal repercussions for unauthorized use of copyrighted material. Respecting copyright laws and seeking proper authorization is crucial to avoid legal issues and protect artists’ work. Artists and music managers need to be vigilant against copyright infringement, seek and obtain consent, and acknowledge copyrights to avoid complications and misunderstandings. Music workshops and exchanges of knowledge among musicians can also help promote understanding of copyright laws and related subjects.
This recent incident involving the removal of Jah Signal’s video from YouTube has sparked discussions among fans and music enthusiasts. Some fans expressed disappointment in Jah Signal for not seeking permission and questioned his professionalism. On the other hand, many supported Pastor Charamba’s actions, emphasising the importance of respecting copyright and discouraging unauthorised use of others’ work.
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"Mom And Dad, I’m So Sorry" - Jah Signal Has Apologised To The Charambas

Pastor Charles Charamba has issued a statement regarding the removal of Jah Signal’s songs from YouTube. In the statement, Pastor Charamba explains that Jah Signal’s songs, “Shinga Muroora” and “Tengai Mafuta,” were unauthorised remixes of his own songs. He expresses his concerns about the change in lyrics and romantic content, considering the original songs were gospel songs. Pastor Charamba clarifies that he does not seek royalties or damages and has no intention of suing Jah Signal. He emphasizes the importance of respecting copyrights and urges fellow artists to obtain consent and acknowledge copyrights to avoid complications. In a statement seen by Pindula News, Pastor Charamba wishes Jah Signal success in his career and offers to engage with him to protect his YouTube channel from further issues. Read the statement:
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<h3>PUBLIC STATEMENT ON THE WITHDRAWAL OF JAH SIGNAL’S SONGS ON YOUTUBE</h3>
We have noted the YouTube striking down of Jah Signal’s songs, “Shinga Muroora” and “Tengai Mafuta”. We are alive to the various reactions and also requests by some media houses on our response to the same. We wish to set the record on this matter.
1. Sometime in 2018 Jah Signal released his song, “Shinga Muroora”. The song was a rendition of our own song, “Kana vanhu vangu,” which we released in 2001.
2. We got to know about the song when it was sent through WhatsApp by his manager who was asking for our permission. After listening to the song, we were so concerned about the changing of original lyrics into romantic words. We declined the proposal through text as well. We mentioned that the changing of meaning brought to the song was not good for a song known to be Gospel. We found it blasphemous and mockery. In no time the song was released. There was a very clear infringement of copyright laws.
3. We were naturally not pleased, but chose not to raise issue with this. We accepted the reality and moved on. We did not even wish to get any payment for this. This remains our position to date, we do not want any share of royalties or damages. We also communicated to ZIMURA that we were not interested with sharing monies with the artist. Furthermore, have no desire to sue Jah Signal, he’s our son, just like many other young artists.
5. We had no plans to act after six (6) years. A few months ago, (September 2023), Jah Signal released another song called “Tengai Mafuta”. The song is a remix of “Tengai Mafuta” by Mai Charamba. Just like “Shinga Muroora”, it’s about romantic overtones. Though we had been doing the clean-up on our music for the past three years, we had spared “Shinga Muroora “on the basis that it had made too many views. The further infringement on “Tengai Mafuta” prompted us to act on both songs and other “infringing songs” which had been spared for a long time.
6. No consent was sought, no consent was granted and for us, this was a very clear infringement of copyright laws. For both songs, he did not acknowledge the original composer which is the norm. There’s also a breach of moral rights.
7. We are not more special than anyone in God’s eyes. Any can ask for our song if they want to reproduce it just like what Dr Tawanda has done to “Tauya Kuzomutenda”. We do not claim to own any word from the Bible but we have rights to the melodies on which those words sit.it is allowed for all of us to sing the same verse of the Bible, it is God’s Word.
8. Music is now a technological product that is controlled and monitored by various software that scan the various platforms. Abuses and copyright infringements are flagged and action is sometimes taken even without the awareness of the owner.
9. YouTube has its laws and regulations regarding copyright infringements on its platform and ways in which these are addressed. We also strive to follow them. The same platform offers opportunities to appeal if one feels otherwise.
10. As elders we wish Jah Signal well in his life and in his career. We have no desire to see him fail. We have never declined engagement with him. We are currently making efforts to avoid a third strike even after we noticed his channel still has the infringed songs. We are keen to communicate or engage him so that we can together protect his channel from being closed.
11. We would urge fellow artists and music managers to always guard against copyright infringement, seek and obtain consent, acknowledge copyrights. This will always avoid complications that may arise or wrong perceptions.
12. Though we have been misunderstood by some people, we are hopeful that no one among our blessed youths will ever be sued for cases like these. We shall also undertake to do some teachings on related subjects. Musicians are also encouraged to attend music workshops so that they can exchange knowledge with others.
13. We have not been cruel to Jah Signal. We have actually been victims to copyright infringement. As mentioned, we are working to avoid another pending strike which may cause his channel to be deleted.
14. We are sincerely sorry to those who don’t understand the copyright law, we are trusting that they will grasp the concepts in the future. Be that as it may we pray for success for Jah Signal and in his career. We love him wholeheartedly. May God bless us all.
15. For any clarity, engagement or further understanding you are free to reach us on fishersofmenoffice@gmail.com or our legal advisor, Mr. P. Musendo on +263 773 204 802
FISHERS OF MEN
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Pastor Charamba Addresses Unauthorised Remixes And Copyright Infringement By Jah Signal

The national broadcaster has been taken to court by a businessman, Dillan Prinsloo, who is demanding over $6 million for using his original audio-visual works, The Standard reports.
According to the publication, Prinsloo said <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Broadcasting_Corporation">ZBC</a> should have known or sought to have known that the audio-visual works they used were his.
According to court papers seen by the publication:
<blockquote>During the period June 2019 to September 2019, the defendant (ZBC) directly copied Prinsloo’s original audio-visual works aforesaid, and broadcast them in its television in whole and in combination with other works.
In the premises, the conduct by the defendant aforesaid constitutes infringement of the plaintiff’s copyright on his original audio-visual works, in that the defendant, not being owner of the copyright, and without the plaintiff’s authority, copied or caused to copy the plaintiff’s original visual works aforesaid, in Zimbabwe which plaintiff as the owner has the exclusive rights to do or authorise.</blockquote>
ZBC is yet to respond to the lawsuit.
More: <a href="https://www.thestandard.co.zw/2020/01/26/zbc-sued-6m-copyright/">The Standard </a>

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