A church in Busia County is reeling after a late-night break-in saw thieves cart away property worth Sh150,000. From instruments to basic supplies, the stolen items have left the congregation in shock and raised fresh concerns about security in places of worship.
Highlights
- ACK St. Philips Korisai Church in Busia was broken into at night.
- Thieves stole church instruments and foodstuffs valued at Sh150,000.
- No suspects have been arrested yet.
- Community leaders are calling for better security measures.
- Churches across Kenya have reported similar thefts in recent months.
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The Anglican Church of Kenya St. Philips Korisai parish in Busia was broken into by unknown individuals during the night. Church officials confirmed that the robbers stole property estimated to be worth Sh150,000, including musical instruments and food items that were stored for upcoming church events.
The theft was discovered in the morning as church leaders arrived to open the premises for routine activities. Shocked members gathered to assess the damage, and Sunday services were temporarily affected due to the missing sound equipment.
This incident adds to a growing list of similar church thefts across Kenya. Recently, churches in Kirinyaga and Nakuru also reported losses ranging from Sh300,000 to Sh350,000 after being raided by thieves targeting sound systems and electronic gear.
Church officials and area residents have condemned the break-in and urged law enforcement to intensify night patrols and community security initiatives. They also called on second-hand dealers to verify the origin of electronics before resale, as some are suspected to be stolen from churches.
When even sanctuaries aren’t safe, it’s a wake-up call—for communities and authorities alike—to protect the spaces that bring people together.
