‘End Zimura, Zicco confusion’

**Zimbabwe Musicians Petition Parliament Over Copyright Collection Confusion**

*Harare, Zimbabwe* – A group of Zimbabwean musicians has formally petitioned the nation’s Parliament, seeking clarification and resolution of the overlapping responsibilities of the country’s two copyright collection agencies, Zimura and Zicco.

The petition, reported by *Daily News* senior entertainment writer Ashley Moyo, highlights ongoing confusion within the music industry regarding which body should administer and distribute royalties for creators. Musicians argue that the dual existence of Zimura and Zicco has led to administrative inefficiencies, delayed payments, and uncertainty over rights management.

While the full text of the petition has not been released, the musicians’ appeal calls for legislative action to either consolidate the two entities or clearly delineate their respective functions. The aim, according to the petitioners, is to ensure that artists receive timely and accurate compensation for the use of their works.

The issue has attracted attention from industry stakeholders, who note that similar challenges have been observed in other jurisdictions where multiple collection societies operate concurrently. However, specific details about the operational structures of Zimura and Zicco, or any prior attempts at reform, were not provided in the available report.

The *Daily News* article on the matter is currently behind a subscription paywall, limiting access to the complete story. No official response from Parliament or the two collection bodies has been reported at this time.

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