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Bicycle theft raises security concerns at Apac general hospital

23 September 2026, 1:59 pm

A young woman walking out of apac hospital gate recently

By Abili Isaac & Daniel Odongo

Patients and caregivers at Apac General Hospital are raising concerns over the theft of bicycles and motorcycles at the facility, with local residents reporting that between three and four bicycles are stolen every week.

The reported thefts have become a concern following a decision by Apac Resident District Commissioner Andrew Onyuk to stop the collection of a 1,000-shilling fee previously charged for keeping bicycles at the hospital gate.

During a community baraza held at the hospital in August, Onyuk reportedly argued that security personnel deployed and paid by the government should also be responsible for safeguarding bicycles and motorcycles belonging to patients and visitors.

However, residents say thefts have continued, with a motorcycle also recently reported stolen from the hospital.

Caroline Okello, a resident of Chegere Sub-county, told Radio Apac that her bicycle was stolen shortly after she entered the hospital.

“My bicycle was stolen from the hospital within a few minutes after i entered the facility,” Okello said.

Geoffrey Ebong, a resident of Adyegi-Ibanda in chegere sub county who also lost his bicycle, appealed to district authorities to reconsider the previous charges.

“We appeal to the district leaders to bring back the charges so that our property can be protected,” Ebong said.

Local resident and victims of theft at the facility Ms caroline okello and Mr Ebong Geoffry explaing the ordeal encountered

Meanwhile, Harriet Kela Acen, Apac Municipal Council Secretary for Social and Community Services, said a committee had resolved to propose new charges for securing property at the facility.

Secretary community-based services Apac municipal council Ms. Harriet Kela Acen explain the council plan to revert charges

Under the proposal, bicycle owners would pay 500 shillings, motorcycle owners 1,000 shillings, and vehicle owners 2,000 shillings.

Acen says the proposal would be forwarded to the main municipal council for consideration and approval.

The renewed debate comes amid growing calls for stronger security arrangements to protect patients’ and caregivers’ property while accessing health services at Apac General Hospital.