Newly elected officials from the just concluded Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) have added a new lease of life to the restoration of one of the region's leading collective firms. Speaking while congratulating the elected officials, KAMP's CEO CS Maurice Okoth expressed optimism saying he is confident that members handpicked the officials based on their experience and work ethic for Producers of phonograms. "We ensured a large majority of the members exercised their right to vote and I'm glad they chose individuals they believe have the capability to secure a sustainable organization for future members. The team consists of personalities not only of high integrity but with vast experience and know-how about the music law and the business." The newly elected officials include household names including Sub Sahara founder Ms Suzzanne Gachukia, Mr Geoffrey Kwatemba and Ms Monica Kibayu. Lawyer and former Tatuu group member Ms Angela Ndambuki retained her seat as the Vice Chair and so did Ms Faith Kithele, Rev Anthony Musembi, amongst others. The KAMP's CEO affirmed that the leadership will add value to the firm and artists' benefits by advocating and protecting the rights of producers of sound recordings. "We believe in them and hope they will adhere to the course. It was a transparent and balanced election that ensured equal gender representation. Indeed, this is the dream team," a contented member said.
As one of his initial tasks since assuming office, Youths, sports and arts Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba met with senior officials of collective firms where he urged them to streamline operations in a bid to craft a way forward in addressing the plight of musicians, copyright compliance from music users, Royalties and the transformation of the music industry in Kenya.
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