Savannah Guthrie, host of the "Today" show, made a heartfelt plea for information regarding her missing mother during a broadcast. This appeal comes after reports surfaced about a ransom note received months prior, suggesting that her mother may be deceased. Guthrie expressed the family's ongoing anguish and determination to continue searching for her mother, stating, "We love our mom. We’ll never stop looking for her," according to AP.

A woman named Ann, who went missing after hailing a Bolt taxi from her job in Utawala, Nairobi, has been found dead. Her family is mourning her loss and raising questions about the circumstances surrounding her death and the perceived negligence of authorities in the case.

The Edo State Police Command has apprehended four individuals, including a 27-year-old woman, linked to a kidnapping syndicate. This follows the abduction of a woman at the Vegetable Market along Airport Road in Benin City on June 14, 2026, where her husband reportedly managed to escape from the assailants, who are believed to be kidnappers.

Security experts have raised concerns that insufficient investment in kidnapping investigation skills has left Ugandan law enforcement agencies vulnerable, contributing to rising public anxiety as kidnapping cases increase. The Kampala Metropolitan Police reported three high-profile kidnappings in the past two months, which resulted in two fatalities and one successful rescue, highlighting the challenges faced by police in addressing these incidents.

In Ogun State, Nigeria, police operatives from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit have killed two suspected kidnappers and recovered ₦2.2 million, which is believed to be proceeds from their criminal activities. This operation is part of a broader manhunt initiated by the police to combat kidnapping in the region, according to Ripples Nigeria.

Kraidon Monswamy’s fiancée has publicly shared her grief following the murder of seven members of the Monswamy family nearly two months ago. She expressed her heartbreak over the loss of her future husband, voiced concerns for her own safety, and emphasized her commitment to pursuing justice for the victims.