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Theatre Arts for Advanced Secondary Schools

Functions of COSOTA in Tanzania
The following are the functions of Cosota.
(i) To promote and protect the interests of authors, performers, translators,
producers of sound recordings, broadcasters, publishers and, in particular,
to collect and distribute any royalties or other remuneration accorded to
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them in respect of their rights provided for in Act 7.

(ii) To maintain registers of works, productions and associations of authors,
performers, translators, producers of sound recordings, broadcasters and
publishers.

(iii) To search for, identify and publicise the rights of owners and give evidence
of the ownership of these where there is a dispute or an infringement.

(iv) To print, publish, issue or circulate any information, report, periodical,
books, pamphlet, leaflet or any other material relating to copyright and
rights of performers, producers of recordings and broadcasters.

The importance of COSOTA to the theatre artist of Tanzania
Registering with organisations like COSOTA for copyright protection is important
for theatre artists. It does not only provide a streamlined process for safeguarding
their creative works but it also empowers them to assert their ownership rights and
retain control over how their art is used and distributed. By obtaining a copyright
license through such platforms, artists can effectively protect their intellectual
property and ensure that they receive proper recognition and compensation for
their creations.

National Arts Council (NAC)
The National Arts Council of Tanzania or as it is popularly known in Kiswahili
as Baraza la Sanaa Tanzania (BASATA) is a government organisation that was
established in 1984. The organisation plays a crucial role in facilitating and
promoting various forms of arts, including music, theatre, visual and crafts arts
as well as other artistic endeavors. It serves as a platform to support and nurture
the country’s cultural heritage and it provides resources and opportunities for
artists in Tanzania.

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