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Bouy urges digital overhaul as National Records Service targets public sector reform
Minister Baboucarr Bouy addressed the reconstituted National Records Service management committee during its inaugural session. He emphasized the need for strategic leadership to transform the public service records management system. The Electronic Records and Document Management System implementation represents a key component of this transformation. Legal compliance and archival heritage preservation remain priorities. Bouy stressed the transition from paper-based systems to complete digitalization as the primary objective. Lamin F. Jawara serves as both committee chairman and Personnel Management Office Permanent Secretary. Government operations depend heavily on record services for information storage and retrieval functions...
Families demand justice for 2005 migrant massacre as Jammeh faces new scrutiny
Families affected by the 2005 massacre of West African migrants marked the twentieth anniversary of the tragedy this week. Representatives from Ghana traveled to Gambia and met with government officials regarding the deaths of 56 people from Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, and Côte d'Ivoire. The Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission confirmed that state authorities under Yahya Jammeh executed these civilians who sought passage to Europe. The Association of Families of Gambian Killing submitted a petition demanding immediate action from current leadership. Forty family representatives signed the document requesting multiple forms of justice. The petition demands swift prosecution of Jammeh and all responsible parties to end...
Touray gets bail after pleading not guilty to D13000 fridge theft in Kanifing
A Gambian court charged Mr. Touray with theft after prosecutors alleged he stole a refrigerator worth thirteen thousand dalasis from Abdoulie Jallow. The incident reportedly happened at Bakoteh Housing Estate within Kanifing Municipality during July 2025. Touray entered a not guilty plea when authorities presented the charges against him. Prosecutors then requested additional time to present witnesses who would support their case. Magistrate Sowe determined the offense qualified for bail under current criminal procedure laws and constitutional provisions. The magistrate established bail at fifteen thousand dalasis with strict requirements for the defendant. Touray must secure a Gambian citizen as surety who will pledge the same amount...
Barcelona weighs stripping Ter Stegen of captaincy as surgery fuels discontent
Barcelona officials evaluate removing Marc-André ter Stegen from his captain role after recent developments with the German goalkeeper. The club faces significant financial constraints regarding new player registrations. Ter Stegen will miss three months following the lower back surgery he announced yesterday. Management hoped to access 80 percent of his wages for player registration purposes. Current regulations prevent this financial relief unless his absence reaches four months. Catalan publication Sport reports internal criticism of the goalkeeper's commitment to team priorities. Several club figures question whether ter Stegen places Barcelona's needs above personal concerns. The timing of his surgery announcement has created...
Pau Victor completes Sporting Braga move as Barcelona confirms €12 million deal
Barcelona completed the transfer of young forward Pau Victor to Sporting Braga on Friday. The Portuguese club secured the striker's services through a contract lasting until summer 2030. Both organizations confirmed the agreement through official channels, with Barcelona expressing well wishes for Victor's future endeavors. The transfer package totals €15 million when combining the base fee of €12 million with additional performance-related bonuses worth €3 million. Victor made a modest contribution during his time with the Catalan giants, appearing in 29 first-team matches and registering two goals and one assist across all competitions.
Barcelona secures new long-term deal with Jules Koundé through 2030
French publication L'Équipe confirms Barcelona has secured a preliminary contract extension with defender Jules Koundé. The agreement extends his current arrangement from 2027 to 2030, adding three additional seasons to his tenure. Barcelona will increase the French player's wages as part of the renewed terms. Club officials plan to announce the extension within days. The move demonstrates Barcelona's commitment to maintaining defensive consistency. Koundé serves as a fundamental component of Barcelona's tactical framework. The defender has contributed significantly across 141 appearances for the Catalan side. His offensive contributions include seven goals and 18 assists during his Barcelona career. Management views retaining Koundé...
Vinicius Junior demands Real Madrid match Mbappe's pay as contract talks stall
Cadena Ser reports that contract renewal discussions between Real Madrid and Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior have reached an impasse. The player demands wage parity with teammate Kylian Mbappe as a condition for extending his stay at the Spanish club. His representatives surprised Madrid officials by requesting substantial salary increases during recent negotiations. The timing puzzled management given the player's subpar performances throughout the previous campaign. Madrid executives remain unconcerned about the stalemate since Vinicius Junior's current deal expires in summer 2026. Club leadership expects the Brazilian to demonstrate improved form before warranting increased compensation. Officials refuse to match his wages with...
Real Madrid keeps Ibrahim Diaz as Xabi Alonso plans bigger role for star
Real Madrid management refuses to sell Ibrahim Diaz during this transfer window despite market speculation. Spanish radio Cadena SER reports the player has overcome previous fitness problems from last season. New manager Xabi Alonso views Diaz as a key squad member for player rotation. The midfielder anticipates greater playing time under Alonso's guidance when the season begins on August 4. All players will compete for positions from the start of the new campaign. Club officials identify Diaz as the perfect backup for star midfielder Jude Bellingham. This strategic role prevents any potential transfer discussions with other teams. The Spanish player demonstrates enthusiasm about his expanded responsibilities this season. Management...
Al-Ahly thrashes Banzarti 5-0 as Trezeguet shines in Cairo friendly
Egyptian giants Al Ahly demolished Tunisian opponents Banzarti during Friday evening's friendly encounter, securing a dominant 5-0 result. Mahmoud Trezeguet opened the scoring after twenty minutes before doubling his tally just before halftime in the 42nd minute. The second period witnessed an avalanche of goals as the Red Devils extended their advantage significantly. Mohamed Sherif found the net immediately after the restart in the 46th minute, followed by Karim Fouad three minutes later. Achraf Bencharki completed the rout with a strike in the 65th minute, capping off an impressive team performance. The comprehensive victory provided valuable preparation time for the manager and players alike as they evaluate squad capabilities...

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