An Examination of Factors Influencing Conversion of Kalenjin People to Islam in Marigat Town in Baringo County in Kenya

Authors

  • Abraham Mpyana Ngoy Sanga He is a final-year student of Masters of Arts in Mission Islamic Studies at Africa International University, Nairobi. He holds a Master’s in Education degree and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Kisangani, DRC, in addition to other Diploma qualifications in Evangelism and Missiology

Keywords:

Islam, Christianity, Conversion, Factors, Kalenjin people, Marigat Baringo

Abstract

 In this study, the researcher examined the factors motivating the Kalenjin people group in  Marigat town in Baringo County, Kenya, to convert to Islam. The researcher adopted a qualitative research approach and used ethnographic interviews to collect data on the factors driving these conversions. Conversion is a process that significantly influences the life of the converts, affecting the communities where they live. The findings revealed that the first contact with Islam was mostly through close personal contact with Muslims living there. Also, the study highlights theological, religious and socio-cultural factors influencing the conversions. The study suggests ways the Christian church could be more effective in Christian missions.

Author Biography

Abraham Mpyana Ngoy Sanga, He is a final-year student of Masters of Arts in Mission Islamic Studies at Africa International University, Nairobi. He holds a Master’s in Education degree and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Kisangani, DRC, in addition to other Diploma qualifications in Evangelism and Missiology

In the past, he has worked as a university chaplain and missionary; and is passionate about evangelism, missions, church planting, peace and reconciliation initiatives

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Published

2023-06-07

How to Cite

Abraham Mpyana Ngoy Sanga. (2023). An Examination of Factors Influencing Conversion of Kalenjin People to Islam in Marigat Town in Baringo County in Kenya. ShahidiHub International Journal of Theology & Religious Studies, 3(2), 37-56. Retrieved from http://shahidihub.org/shahidihub/index.php/ijtrs/article/view/155

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): SHAHIDIHUB INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THEOLOGY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Section

Articles