the Cross and the Conquest

Christianity and Colonialism in Africa

REGISTRATION FOR IN-PERSON
Date: 26TH SEPT 2026
Venue: JKUAT
Time: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

CHARGES:
Students: Ksh 200
Early bird: Ksh 700 (Before Aug 31st)
At the gate: Ksh 1000

The 7th Annual African Apologetics Conference

Much of the existing discourse on Christianity in Africa has been framed around the binary of Christianity as a foreign imposition versus Christianity as an authentic African religion. While this debate has generated important scholarship, it has also tended to reduce a complex history to a contest of identities. This conference proposes a different entry point: colonialism. By foregrounding colonialism, its ideologies, its atrocities, its genuine contributions, and its long shadow over African Christianity, we can engage with specific historical events and actors rather than abstract cultural categories. Students can grapple with the documented horrors of King Leopold II’s Congo Free State, the ambiguous role of the London Missionary Society, the prophetic resistance of African Independent Churches, and the transformative power of vernacular Scripture — all within a single coherent frame. Crucially, this conference is designed for Kenyan university students who stand at the intersection of a rich African heritage, a living Christian faith, and a global academic conversation. The goal is not merely academic comprehension but theological formation: the production of thoughtful, courageous Christian leaders for Kenya and the continent.

online conference timetable

	TUE 22^ND SEPT	WED 23^RD SEPT	THUR 24^TH SEPT	FRI 25^TH SEPT
TIME	8:00 – 9:30 PM ONLINE	8:00 – 9:30 PM ONLINE	7:00 – 8:30 PM ONLINE	8:00 – 9:30 PM ONLINE
TOPIC	Bible a Book of slavery	Revisiting the wounds and Hurts of colonialism	Christianity and the Liberation struggle	African Agency in Colonial church History
SPEAKER	Vocab Malone	Lincoln Kamau	Sam Brace	Kyama Mugambi

IN-PERSON CONFERENCE PROGRAM – SAT 26TH SEPT 2026

TIME	TOPIC	FACILITATOR
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Registration	Apologetics Kenya
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM	Welcome from Nairobi Chapel Apologetics Kenya	Apologetics Kenya
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM	Praise and Worship/ Hymns	JKUAT CU
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM	Keynote 1: The Civilising Mission- Christianity’s Constructive Legacy	Dr. Kevin Muriithi
10:30 AM – 11.00 AM	Tea Break
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Keynote 2: African Traditional Religions as Preparatio Evangelica	Ndegerege
	Break (10 minutes)
12:05 PM – 1:00 PM	Keynote 3: Christianity in Africa before the White man
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM	Lunch
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM	Panel Discussion with Speakers + QnA
3:15 PM –	Leave at your own pleasure

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SPEAKER PROFILES

Vocab Malone

Bio update pending

Lincoln Kamau

Ben Clifton is the President of Apologetics On Mission, a 501(c)(3) ministry based in Oregon that equips Christian defenders around the world. The ministry now includes a growing team of over 15 leaders, serving in Africa, Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America.

A former atheist and electrical engineer, Ben once believed science disproved God—until he came to faith in Jesus Christ in 1997 through the prayers of his wife, Joey, and the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. Though he believed in Christ’s resurrection, his intellectual questions led him into apologetics, where he continues to grow and teach today.

Ben earned an MA in Christian Apologetics from Biola University and previously taught at Canby Bible College. In 2017, he left a tech career to join Eternal Impact and began training emerging leaders in East Africa. These efforts led to the launch of Apologetics On Mission in 2022.

He lives in Oregon City with his wife, Joey, of over 30 years. They have two adult children and currently attend The Well Community in Portland.

Sam Brace

Mwangi Chege is a Mechanical Engineer, entrepreneur and Christian apologist who has been involved in Christian ministry and apologetics ministry for over10 years. He is the Vice chair at Apologetics Kenya a ministry interested in the confluence of Christianity and culture in Africa. He holds a Degree from JKUAT and a Certificate in Apologetics from RZIM. He is also a writer and speaker for Timazi Africa. He is married to Lilian and they are blessed with 3 children: Gaitho, Mwaniki and Tugi.

Kyama Mugambi

Danson Ottawa serves as the National Coordinator of the Africa Center for Apologetics Research (ACFAR), Kenya, a ministry dedicated to equipping believers across Africa in the defense of the faith, biblical discernment, and cult evangelism. He lectures in apologetics and theology at Africa International University, where he earned his Master of Divinity in Biblical Studies. Danson is a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Nairobi, and is privileged to be married to Mwikali Ottawa.

Dr. Kevin Muriithi

The Rev. Dr. Kevin Muriithi Ndereba (PhD, University of South Africa) is a Kenyan Practical Theologian, Presbyterian Minister and Theological Educator working as Lecturer and Head of the Department of Practical Theology at St. Paul’s University. Kevin is editor/author of the books Apologetics in Africa (Langham 2024) and Youth Ministry after the Pandemic (Wipf and Stock, 2025). His research/speaking interests are in the fields of youth ministry, apologetics, practical theology, faith and science. He is married to Jessica, and Father to Noah.

Ndegerege

Kennedy is a dedicated youth leader and creative strategist serving with passion in the Kinara Leadership Program at Nairobi Chapel. He has led numerous mission initiatives and creative events across Kenya, with a heart for reaching and empowering the next generation. Kennedy is gifted in public speaking, event coordination, and mentoring young leaders. His calling is to inspire transformation through faith, creativity, and servant leadership. He is also actively involved in the gospel industry (Blue Flames). marketing, web and mobile app development, and branding.