Rising star Francis Reffel, popularly known as Keltony, has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Cribs International Talent Search, one of Sierra Leone’s biggest and most anticipated talent competition.

His victory marks a major milestone in what promises to be a promising artistic journey ahead.

Cheers and congratulations poured in as fans and supporters celebrated his achievement both online and on the ground. “He is destined for greatness,” one fan wrote. “I believe in your ability to win more laurels both locally and internationally.”

Organisers of the show praised Reffel for his dedication and originality. Refell is taking home the grand prize of NLe 300,000 for his talent and dedication.

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The event was organised by Cribs International, a leading entertainment company in Sierra Leone known for nurturing and promoting young talent across the country. Under the leadership of Theophilus Sho-Cole, Cribs has provided a powerful platform that not only showcases musical excellence but also empowers youth to pursue careers in the entertainment industry.

With past successes and growing influence, Cribs International continues to shape the future of Sierra Leone’s music and entertainment scene. The entertainment company is notable for promoting stars like Boii and The Therapist, whose debut single, Nack got over 5 million views on YouTube alone.