AYV News, September 17, 2025
The line-up of judges for Housemates Salone Season 4 Auditions keeps getting hotter day-by-day. Joining the panel are Theophilus Sho-Cole, CEO and Founder of Cribs International, and Yeniva Sisay, education advocate and entertainment executive.
With their experience and passion for talent, they are ready to spot the brightest stars when auditions kick off on September 19 and 20. The Clean Game starts here – will you be the one to impress?
Meet Yeniva Sisay-Sogbeh, a highly accomplished social entrepreneur, creative visionary, and strategic communications expert with over 25 years of experience in education, entertainment, and more.
Background:
– CEO of Excellent Entertainment and founder of EXCEL Solutions
– Known as “The Multihyphenate” for her diverse expertise and passions
Work:
– Curates iconic cultural events in Sierra Leone, such as:
– Ma Dengn Beach Festival
– Brunchin Freetown
– Empowers talent and communities through transformative training and capacity building
– Founder and President of Power Women 232, a network of young Sierra Leonean women
Philanthropy:
– Organized a fundraiser for EXCEL Sierra Leone’s youth resilience program, aiming to raise $8,000
– Provided care packages to health workers during the Ebola crisis to show appreciation and support
Personal Life:
– Sierra Leonean-American, with family ties to the US
– Passionate about telling Sierra Leone’s story from a local perspective, countering negative media narratives
Other Ventures:
– Published a video about the impact of Ebola on daily life in Sierra Leone, highlighting the contributions of women and survivors
– Works as a psychosocial facilitator, supporting Ebola response efforts and promoting self-care among health workers.
Meet Theophilus Sho-Cole, a multifaceted personality with various roles and affiliations.
– Business and Entertainment:
– CEO of Vybz Studios and Cribs International, where he oversees creative and business operations
– Involved in music production, with Masterkraft gifting him a song that became “Smol Smol Money,” addressing issues between Sierra Leone and Nigeria
– Sports Administration:
– Vice Chairman of Mighty Blackpool FC, representing Sierra Leone’s Premier League clubs in significant football forums
– Represented Sierra Leone at the African Clubs Association (ACA) inaugural meeting in Cairo alongside Chairman Rodney Edmond Michael
– Community and National Development:
– Part of the All ‘Works’ of Life Development Association (AWOL) executive team, overseeing entertainment efforts
– Working alongside other team members to advance AWOL’s mission in national development and community engagement.
