Press Freedom Shock (Uganda): Uganda’s military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of NTV Uganda and the Daily Monitor, saying he “does not believe in a free press,” with soldiers deployed at Nation Media Group offices in Kampala. Regional Trade Watch (East Africa): Uganda says it has secured about $1.2bn to fund its SGR expansion to Malaba, while Kenya’s side faces delays, raising fresh questions over the corridor’s future. Road Safety Rules (Kenya): NTSA says vehicles deemed “actual loss” will be permanently de-registered from July 1, with number plates withdrawn, while other damaged cars must meet conditions to return. Urban Mobility (Nairobi): Motorists are warned of delays on Mombasa Road near Cabanas interchange as lane closures continue for a pedestrian bridge. Health & Safety (Kenya): KMPDU cautions the public against dental services from graduates linked to a disputed training programme after a court declined urgent orders. Digital ID Push (Kenya): Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen says a “digital Maisha Card” will soon let Kenyans store their ID on phones for verification.