David Munyua Biography: Age, Tribe, Net Worth & Career

David Munyua, a professional veterinarian, also known as ‘Why Not’, a 30-year-old, has proven that everything is possible through determination. On Friday 19, December 2025, just like many Kenyan athletes do, he became a champion at the Paddy Power World Darts Championship, and he is the first Kenyan player to ever represent at such a level.

He qualified at Ally Pally after emerging as the winner at the African Darts Group Championship qualifier, defeating Cameron Carolissen.

Munyua revealed that it was his first time traveling outside Africa. Before his journey to the UK, he expressed his joy, explaining he had been waiting for that particular chance to come and play dart outside Kenya to experience the good boards and lights. He showed that he was able to make it at a higher level.

Munyua is a Kikuyu from the Murang’a region. His love for playing darts began while at an entertainment joint, where he was playing with his friends during the weekends, and his interest grew over time. After he acquired enough skills in the hobby, he started participating in small competitions, and now he can win trophies at a global level.

David Munyua in action at the Paddy Power World Championship. Courtesy of Sky Sports

How much did David Munyua win?

David Munyua’s win has proved to many that not only football and athletics should be taken with much weight, but also small games; he bagged a big sum of KSh 2.5 million in the first round after defeating 18 Mike de Decker after coming from 2 nill down, and he will face either Kevin Doets or Matthew Dennant in round two, the winner in the second round to receive Ksh 1.7 million.

Many Kenyans have stormed the internet to congratulate him, including President William Ruto. In his X platform, he wrote.

”Congratulations, David Munyua, on your remarkable victory in round one at the Paddy Power World Darts Championship. By defeating Belgium’s Mike De Decker, an established champion, with a fearless comeback from two sets down, you delivered one of the most memorable moments in the tournament’s history. You have also made history for Kenya as the first Kenyan to compete in the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace in London, and announced your arrival on the global darts stage. As you advance to the next stage, know that the nation stands behind you. Bring the trophy home.”