Christians in Tech Mixer Kicks Off 2026 with Nairobi‑Based FaithTech Celebration

The five‑hour event, run by Lemuel Abishua and Tobi Lafinhan, aims to bring together product managers, designers, developers, data scientists and creative leaders for a blend of testimony, worship and networking, positioning faith as a catalyst for purpose‑driven innovation in 2026.

The mixer, billed as more than a social hour, will feature a lineup of “FaithTech” stories from the past year, a “Play the Word” Bible‑trivia game built on a hackathon framework, and a session for “prophetic declarations” aimed at guiding the community’s goals for the coming year. Attendees will also have the chance to share lessons learned from AI projects, data‑driven products and open‑source contributions, framing technical successes within a spiritual narrative.

The Nairobi tech corridor has become a magnet for startups tackling everything from mobile payments to climate‑tech, and the presence of faith‑based networks adds a new layer to the collaborative fabric. According to a recent report by Disrupt Africa, over 30 percent of Kenyan tech founders identify as Christian, a demographic that often seeks community beyond the usual incubator meet‑ups. Events like the CiT Mixer could therefore serve as informal pipelines for talent, mentorship and even early‑stage funding, especially as venture firms increasingly look for founders with strong cultural and ethical anchors.

Industry observers note that the mixer’s timing is strategic. With the 2025 fiscal year just closed, many tech firms are finalising budgets and setting product roadmaps for 2026. A gathering that blends spiritual reflection with forward‑looking tech discourse could influence how teams prioritize ethical AI, data privacy and socially responsible design—issues that have dominated recent policy debates across the continent.

For those interested in attending, registration opens now on luma, with spots expected to fill quickly given the limited capacity and the high‑profile lineup of speakers and facilitators.