Rwanda Society of Authors (RSA)

The Rwandan Society of Authors (RSAU) is a Collective Management Organisation (CMO) in Rwanda.

RSAU was established by Rwandan artists in 2010 with the support of the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM), the Ministry of Sports and Culture (MINISPOC) and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB).

RDB was formed under the provisions of the Law No 31/2009 of 26/10/2009 on the protection of Intellectual Property Rights and Copyright.

RDB was expected to:

• Promote awareness on the products of creative artists

• Serve as the recipient and custodian of creative products

• Visit and monitor frequently, the users of creative works

• Make available creative products to any intended user

• Showcase the artistic works