The SAMuRA Archive
South African Music Research Archive
Preserving South Africa’s musical memory with dignity, accuracy, and national purpose.
Preserve
We safeguard South Africa’s musical heritage through careful, respectful archival practices.
Document
We collect, organise, and describe materials to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and historical integrity.
Share
We make our cultural memory accessible to the public, researchers, and future generations.
The SAMuRA Archive is being prepared with care, dignity, and national purpose. As artists, estates, and cultural custodians join the Big Enrollment Programme, the archive will grow into a living record of South Africa’s musical heritage.
Archive in Development
SAMuRA is currently onboarding contributors and processing submissions. Collections will be published here as they are catalogued and preserved.
How to Participate
Artists, families, rights-holders, and institutions are invited to join the archive through the official pathways below.
Our Commitment
SAMuRA is dedicated to preserving South Africa’s musical memory with accuracy, respect, and long-term stewardship. This archive will grow steadily throughout 2026 as materials are received, digitised, and catalogued.