Businesses using copyrighted music without a permit now risk a fine of up to Ksh800,000 in penalties if found guilty, the Performing and Audio Visual Rights Society of Kenya (PAVRISK) has said.
In a notice dated Wednesday, June 18, the visual rights society warned that using copyrighted music without a licence was punishable by law under the Copyright Act of 2001.
Among businesses cautioned against using copyrighted music without a licence are shops, kinyozi, salons, hotels, bars, restaurants, private clubs, motels, malls and cinema halls.
Others include cybercafés, hospitals, clinics, banks, DJs, Radio and TV stations, roadshows, events, amusement parks, political campaigns, music schools and aircraft.
