The Kenyan High Commision in the UK, community leaders and sports stakeholders came together to honour David Munyua, the 30-year-old veterinarian from Murang’a after his historic appearance at the PDC World Darts Championship at London’s iconic Alexandra Palace; a feat that etched his name into Kenyan sporting history.
The event was graced by Ambassador Dr. Joseph Warui Deputy Head of Mission Court of Saint James (Kenya High Commission UK), whose speech encouraged Kenyan businesses to step forward and sponsor our talented sportsmen, athletes, and rising stars.
Munyua made headlines as the first Kenyan and the only African to compete at the prestigious tournament, carrying the nation’s hopes onto one of darts’ biggest global stages.
His debut sparked excitement online, with fans hailing him as a trailblazer and predicting the rise of a new darts culture in Kenya.
Social media was awash with praise. Facebook user Joyce Mwangi wrote: “Such a good gesture to talent development and growth,” while Joktan Kiprotich added: “A beautiful tribute to a true trailblazer. Investing in local talent is how we conquer the global stage. Hongera, David!”
Balancing a full-time career treating animals with a growing obsession for darts, Munyua became the first Kenyan to qualify for, and win a match at the PDC World Darts Championship.
His breakthrough victory on December 18, 2025, stunned global audiences and announced Kenya’s arrival on the world darts map.
Remarkably, Munyua’s journey into the sport began just three years ago in a Nairobi bar. Intrigued after casually throwing a few darts while out with a friend, he bought his own board and began practising daily, squeezing in training sessions alongside his veterinary work in Kabati, Murang’a County.
With no formal coaching, he rose rapidly through local tournaments, eventually clinching the African Darts Group Championship in 2025. His 8–6 victory over South Africa’s Cameron Carolissen in the final secured Kenya’s lone ticket to the world championship and marked his first trip outside Africa.
Much of the journey was self-funded before sponsors stepped in following widespread media attention.
At Alexandra Palace, Munyua delivered one of the tournament’s standout moments, staging a dramatic comeback against 2024 World Grand Prix champion De Decker.
Trailing 2–0 in sets amid miscounts and a missed 170 checkout, the Kenyan regrouped to level the match at 2–2, highlighted by a sensational 135 finish, outer bull, treble 20, bullseye.
He sealed a stunning 3–2 victory on double 20, earning at least Sh2.59 million (£15,000) in prize money and global respect.