Music Business News: South Africa

Spotify launches in South Africa, Israel, Romania and Vietnam, expanding its reach to 65 markets [UPDATED]

Spotify is now available in 63 countries worldwide

Sony/ATV promotes Guy Henderson to President, International

Henderson joined Sony/ATV in 2001 after working for Sony Music in South Africa

Afrikaans digital music store launches, with Universal and Warner catalogues

Allexis Music backs new venture with exclusive digital content

South African label signs global deal with Universal Music Group

Afrikaans specialist Inhoud Huis inks partnership with Sipho Dlamini's team

Universal names Sipho Dlamini new boss of South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa

Former SAMRO boss replaces Randall Abrahams

Another top Universal exec out as South Africa boss Abrahams exits

Exec known to millions as TV talent show judge

Live Nation acquires Big Concerts – South Africa’s leading promoter

Buyout expands Live Nation's global footprint to 38 markets

Sony Music strikes direct licensing deal with South African telco

'Sony will administer all royalties payable to their artists directly'