Downtown Music Publishing Africa Partners with SOLDistro to Expand Publishing Opportunities for Independent Creators
Johannesburg, South Africa – 1 July 2026 – Downtown Music Publishing Africa has announced a new partnership with SOLDistro, an independent music distribution company, to support publishing opportunities for creators across the continent.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting independent creators by helping them access publishing administration, rights expertise, and global infrastructure that can strengthen how their music rights are managed.
Through the collaboration, SOLDistro artists will gain access to Downtown Music Publishing Africa’s publishing administration services, including global royalty collection, copyright registration, income tracking, royalty accounting, and neighbouring rights support. The partnership is designed to help creators better manage publishing income while staying focused on creating music.
“As the independent music sector continues to grow across Africa, creators need trusted partners who can help them navigate an increasingly complex rights landscape,” said Kefiloe Molefe, A&R Manager at Downtown Music Publishing Africa. “This partnership with SOLDistro reflects our ongoing passion for supporting independent artists and songwriters by providing world-class publishing services that ensure they are properly represented and paid wherever their music is used around the world.”
Independent creators remain a central part of Africa’s music ecosystem, driving innovation, cultural influence, and global audience growth. Downtown Music Publishing Africa supports songwriters, composers, and independent music businesses with the collection and management of publishing income across multiple revenue streams, including streaming, radio, television, live performances, synchronisation licensing, and neighbouring rights.
The partnership further supports Downtown Music Publishing Africa’s work in making music rights management more accessible and transparent for creators at different stages of their careers.
“We are excited to work alongside Downtown Music Publishing Africa to offer our artists access to best-in-class publishing services,” said Neo Mkatini, Head of Distro at SOLDistro. “Together, we can help ensure that independent creators not only distribute their music globally but also receive the publishing royalties they have earned.”
As Africa’s music industry continues to attract international attention and investment, both companies believe that professional rights management services will play an important role in supporting long-term creator sustainability.
The partnership marks another step in Downtown Music Publishing Africa’s continued commitment to supporting a stronger and more equitable music ecosystem, where independent creators have access to the resources, support, and rights infrastructure needed to build sustainable careers.
About Downtown Music Publishing Africa
Downtown Music Publishing Africa is a music publishing administrator dedicated to protecting and maximising the value of songwriters’ and composers’ rights across Africa and beyond. Through global royalty collection, copyright administration, neighbouring rights support, and creative services, Downtown helps creators and rights holders manage their music rights and build more sustainable careers.
About SOLDistro
SOLDistro is a SlikourOnLife subsidiary and independent music distribution company providing artists and labels with access to global digital music platforms, marketing support, and industry services designed to help creators reach audiences worldwide.
