Sulejman Muratović: The Story about B&H Is Impossible to Tell
By: Maja Tuljković You are a journalist by profession, but today you work as an independent artist and photographer. What motivated you to take this path, to make photography your…
British Ambassador Nigel Casey to B&H: I Have Done My Best to Contribute to Positive Change Here
The mandate of the British ambassador Nigel Casey to B&H ends at the beginning of January. He will return to London in the position of the Adviser for Foreign Affairs…
LOLA.tees-Brand Loved by Fashion Enthusiasts in B&H
By: Maja Tuljković LOLA.tees is a fashion brand from Ljubuški that was started by Jelena Džolić and Helena Bilić, who call themselves friends and entrepreneurs. They always dreamt about creative…
An Interview With Ambassador of Brazil to B&H H.E. Jose Augusto Lindgren Alves
In an interview for ‘Sarajevo Times’, Ambassador of Brazil to B&H HE Jose Augusto Lindren Alves spoke of the various areas in which the Embassy of Brazil is engaged since it opened in June…
Australia Actively Supported and Worked with B&H on its Accession to the World Trade Organisation
Ambassador of Australia to BiH H.E. Mr David Stuart: “Bosnia and Herzegovina has some of the most remarkable scenery I have seen in Europe. Its natural resources, water in particular, with…
Founder & President of Bosana Foundation Senita Slipac: ”Better Life for Youth in B&H”
By: Maja Tuljković ‘’I think that anyone who gets an education has better access to everything, has better understanding of life and there is less of a chance to hate…
Hennessey: Council of Europe Office in B&H Works to Promote Shared European Values and Full Benefits of CoE Membership for B&H
By: Medina Malagić Head of the Council of Europe (CoE) office in Sarajevo Mary Ann Hennessey speaks to us about the vast variety of issues in which the Council…
Ambassador of Norway to B&H Vibeke Lilloe: “Norway wants to contribute to building a free, sustainable and fair democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina to the benefit of all its people”
Sarajevo Times had the pleasure to speak with the Ambassador of Norway to B&H, Vibeke Lilloe. Ambassador Lilloe spoke to us about an array of topics that are topical in…
Dunja Mijatović: B&H Has Good Media Laws But Poor Implementation
By: Nevena Šarenac In an interview for 'Sarajevo Times', OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Dunja Mijatović speaks about the importance of media freedom in the democratic development of…
Mirza Teletović: We Are Proud of Everything We Did In Slovenia
By: Maja Tuljković After his return from the European Championships tournament, the captain of the B&H basketball team Mirza Teletović is enjoying his time with his family in his native…
EU support to CSO efforts to contribute to the system of public health in B&H
By Meshaj Liljana The Europian Union's support is of great significance especially for post war and transitional countries, and the EU provides funding and grants for a broad range…
Without real political will there is no successful fight against corruption
Executive Director of Transparency International B&H Srđan Blagovčanin By: Nevena Šarenac Executive Director of Transparency International Bosnia and Herzegovina (TI B&H) Srđan Blagovčanin in an interview for " Sarajevo Times…
The key to good photography is communication with people
Professional photographer Vanja Lisac By: Nevena Šarenac The famous photographer Vanja Lisac in an interview for "Sarajevo Times" points out that the photography is a tradition in her family, but…
The Central Bank operates positively, despite the difficulties
Interview: The Governor of the Central Bank Kemal Kozarić By: Nevena Šarenac In an interview with "Sarajevo Times" the Governor of Central Bank Kemal Kozarić said that this institution since…
Sabina Vajraća: ”Film Has An Element of Magic In It That Fascinates Me”
By Medina Malagić Sabina Vajraća is a young and talented woman who possesses a multitude of talents. Born and raised in Banja Luka, she left B&H when the war began…
Creating a positive image of B&H!
Interview with Director of the Sarajevo Film Festival Mirsad Purivatra By Nevena Sarenac Sarajevo already got the festival colors and a large number of tourists have arrived in our city…
OSCE Continues to Lend Support to Vital Issues and Challenges in BIH
Interview with the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia-Herzegovina, Ambassador Fletcher M. Burton By: Medina Malagić ‘Sarajevo Times’ had the opportunity to speak with the Head of the OSCE…
Damir Imamović: ‘’Sevdah is A Specific Genre of Poetry and Music With Oriental Influences’’
Damir Imamović has become widely known for his unique style of musical interpretation of the traditional musical genre of Sevdah music. While describing himself as a traditional Sevdah musician, Damir…
The Rise of Stand-Up Comedy in BiH
By: Medina Malagić While stand-up comedy enjoys a ubiquitous presence throughout the world, over the past few months in BiH the roots of a stand-up comedy scene in BiH have…
“To know we are not alone is one of the most important things to a human being’’
Singer-Songwriter Bob Ryan On Art, Storytelling, Music and Bosnia By: Medina Malagić Singer-Songwriter Bob Ryan began writing at a young age. For him, writing was the tool that he began…
BiH is a Paradox-Wonderful People and Very Disappointing Political Results
Interview:Ambassador of Great Britain to BiH Nigel Casey Current protests in BiH are a good sign that people are no longer willing to sit in silence and observe everything…
Using Traditional Wear As A Source For Fashion Innovation and Inspiration
Fashion Designer Aida Korman By: Medina Malagić Aida Korman is a fashion designer from Bosnia-Herzegovina. After creating her own fashion label in the Czech Republic during the 1990’s, Aida went…
I am saddened that BiH citizens suffer because of political failures, for they deserve only the best
Interview with European Parliament Rapporteur on Visa Liberalization for the Western Balkans and member of the European Parliament Tanja Fajon Re-introducing the visa regime is possible with the introduction…
Arrival with Sberbank to BiH Opens A New Chapter For Us
Interview with Sberbank management board chairman Edin Karabeg In an interview for ‘Sarajevo Times’, management board chairman Edin Karabeg noted that even though Sberbank has been present in BiH for…
Optimism Needed to Transcend BiH’s Strictly Defined Ethnic Categories
Damir Banović From The Center For Political Studies By Medina Malagić Damir Banović is a young legal scientist who works for the Center for Political Studies, a newly-founded non-profit think…
Project born out of love towards unique things
Irma Marković, creator of unique jewellery ‘Precious Jewelry’ By Maša Branković She is an art teacher, but above all she is a wife and mother of two year old girl.…
Peter Sorensen attending opening of the exhibition EU in Art in Zenica today
By Annemarie Majlund Jensen Today the centre of Zenica marked the location of the celebration of Europe Day. Here the opening of the exhibition 'Eu in Art' at Alija Izatbegovic…
Sarajevo Is a City That I Still Love
Srđan Vuletić, film director “Sarajevo Times” had the opportunity to speak with filmmaker Srđan Vuletić. His feature film ''Ljeto u Zlatnoj Dolini'' (Summer in the Golden Valley) premiered in 2003…
Čajdžinica Džirlo: A Fusion of Tradition and Novelty
By Medina Malagić At the teahouse owned by Husein and Dijana Džirlo, it is like being in two places at once. As we sit on the benches in front of…
There are no inter-entity lines for Russian investors
Interview: Ambassador of Russia to BiH Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko By Nevena Šarenac Ambassador of Russia to BiH Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko in an interview to ''Sarajevo Times'' noted that the economic cooperation between…
The Endurance of the Spirit of Sarajevo
Bill Carter, writer, award-winning documentary filmmaker, photographer and journalist By Medina Malagić Bill Carter’s deeply personal book ‘Fools Rush In’ chronicles his experiences during the siege of Sarajevo. Bill…
OSCE Mission to BiH Acts as Partner to Strengthen Capacity of BiH Institutions
The Sarajevo Times had the opportunity to speak with the Head of the Parliamentary Section at the OSCE Mission to BiH, Aleksandra Kuratko-Pani. She spoke to us about the…
A Peculiar Look at Sarajevo Through The Eyes of Jim Marshall
Jim Marshall, photographer By: Medina Malagić Photographer Jim Marshall presented his exhibition of photographs in Galerija Boris Smoje in Sarajevo on Saturday, 6 April entitled “There is a light that…
Energoinvest This Year Expects Sales of 422 Million KM
The Director of Energoinvest d.d. Sarajevo Enes Čengić said that at the end of last year this company had more than hundreds of millions of dollars worth of business. “We…
Japan’s Role in the Progress of BiH and Eventual EU Accession is Crucial
Ambassador of Japan to BiH Hideo Yamazaki For his interview with ‘Sarajevo Times’, Ambassador of Japan to BiH Hideo Yamazaki delved into the most pertinent issues that BiH faces…
Joint Forces For Childrens Smiles
Project of Hastor Foundation and Kinderhulp Bosnie By: Nevena Šarenac Since 1997, the BiH Foundation ‘Hastor’ and Foundation ‘Kinderhulp Bosnie’ from the Netherlands have been realizing projects of sending socially…
My creations are being ordered all over the world
Selma Starfinger, BiH fashion designer with successful career in New York By: Maša Branković Venture into the professional fashion world for Selma Starfinger started in 2005 in Berlin. After…
Economic cooperation is a confirmation of friendly relations between BiH and Austria
Ambassador of Austria to BiH – Donatus Koeck In Austria’s interest is that BiH moves forward to the EU and that BiH will become a full member of the European…
Enjoy One of the Top Healthy Cuisines of the World in Sarajevo
Darko Poljak - creator, founder and owner of the first and only sushi restaurant in Sarajevo - Sushi San By: Medina Malagić Tucked away on an inconspicuous street in Sarajevo…
America is a country of great possibilities
Alma Telibečirević, artist and PR manager Sarajevo professional painter and PR manager Alma Telibečirević is a well-known face of BiH public scene. This freelance PR and project manager has participated…
Lower levels of government are significant for the EU integrations of BiH
By Nevena Šarenac Representative of Sarajevo Canton in Brussels Dino Elezović in his interview to ''Sarajevo Times'' said that mechanisms of coordination, which is proposed by the EU Delegation in…
Accession of BIH to the EU is in Croatian Interest
We strive to have our neighbours welcome Croatia’s accession to the EU, without being disconcerted over the closing of borders. Croats in BiH are the bridge towards Croatia and towards…
Sarajevo is a Place Where People Still Know How to Appreciate the Simple Things in Life
Nicholas Semwogerere, alias Smooth Deep, hip hop artist and a great friend of Bosnia and Herzegovina “Sarajevo Times” had the opportunity to speak with Nicholas Semwogerere, a rapper from Great…
I’m living my dream
(Photograph: Amela Šabić) “I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of…
Activation of MAP in BiH would lead to development of BiH society
Commander of NATO HQ Sarajevo Brigadier General Walter T. Lord At this point, BiH has contributed just over 600 soldiers to NATO and UN operations abroad. While that number does…
INTEREST FOR A MUTUAL PERFORMANCE OF B&H AND SLOVENIA ON THE THIRD MARKET
Ambassador of Slovenia in B&H Andrej Grasselli Except from the construction of ten mini hydro power plants on the Ljuta river basin, there is also interest for expansion of existing…
Suspension of Visa-Free Regime Would Be A Negative Development for BiH
The Ambassador of Sweden to BiH Bosse Hedberg spoke with ‘Sarajevo Times’ on the most recent issues in BiH regarding visa liberalization, reform of the FBiH and the “Sejdić- Finci”…
We are ready to present ourselves at the London Fashion Week!’
Association of fashion professionals and costume designers Modiko The Association of fashion professionals and costume designers Modiko got an opportunity to participate at the global British Council project, of the…
Future of BiH Citizens Would be Brighter in the EU
Interview: Deputy Head of EU Delegation in BiH Renzo Daviddi ‘’Citizens of BiH wish to become a part of the EU, but the civil society sector has not exerted enough…
I will organize workshops for people who want to enter the world of tea
Adnan Smajić, doctor who became a sommelier for tea ‘’In every other business, especially corporate business, you are bound by regulations, programs, business guides, which must to be respected. Here…
