Duke Abuya is a Kenyan Professional footballer who plays as a central or attacking midfielder. The young legend plays for the Tanzanian Premier League and the Kenyan National team too.
Having won 29 Tanzania Premier League titles, Duke Abuya has earned the nickname Rolls Royce. Abuya, a Kenya Police FC player, is currently on a 2-years loan in Yanga SC in Tanzania with a contract running till July 2027. Explore Duke’s early life, soccer journey & playing style, his achievements, and all his latest news only on SportPesa.
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Duke Abuya’s profile overview
| Profile Attribute | Details |
| Full Name | Duke Ooga Abuya |
| Common Name | Duke Abuya |
| Date of Birth | 23 March 1994 |
| Age | 32 years (as of July 2026) |
| Place of Birth | Kenya |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Ethnicity | African |
| Occupation | Professional Footballer |
| Current Club | Young Africans SC (Yanga SC) |
| Current League | Tanzanian Premier League |
| Position | Attacking Midfielder |
| Secondary Position | Central Midfielder |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Shirt Number | 38 |
| Height | 1.82 m (5 ft 11½ in) |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Youth Club | GFE 105 Academy |
| Senior Debut | 2015 (Mathare United FC) |
| Current National Team | Kenya National Football Team (Harambee Stars) |
| International Debut | 2021 |
| Education | Not publicly disclosed |
| Parents | Not publicly disclosed |
| Siblings | Not publicly disclosed |
| Marital Status | Not publicly disclosed |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Estimated Market Value | Not publicly disclosed |
| Estimated Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
Abuya’s early life
Duke Abuya’s biography begins on March 23 1994, in Eldoret, Kenya, where he was born. The 32-year-old Duke grew up Eldoret, a town with strong ties to local sports communities. Abuya has kept his family and educational life out of social media and his sports profile.
Football journey
Duke has grown, showing interest in football and began his career at the Eldoret-based GFE 105. Later, he joined the SportPesa League and played for several clubs in Kenya like Mathare United, Kariobangi Sharks and the Kenya Police. The legend has also been playing for the Kenya National team, Harambee stars and he has also made a great impact on the Tanzanian league.
The table below shows Duke’s club career milestones since he began playing to date.
| Period | Club / Team | Country | League |
| 2013–2015 | GFE 105 Academy | Kenya | Youth Football |
| 2015–2017 | Mathare United FC | Kenya | SportPesa Premier League |
| 2018–2020 | Kariobangi Sharks FC | Kenya | SportPesa Premier League |
| 2021–2022 | Nkana FC | Zambia | Zambia Super League |
| 2022–2023 | Kenya Police FC | Kenya | FKF Premier League |
| 2023–2024 | Singida Fountain Gate FC | Tanzania | Tanzanian Premier League |
| 2024–2025 | Singida Black Stars FC | Tanzania | Tanzanian Premier League |
| 2025–Present | Young Africans SC (Yanga SC) | Tanzania | Tanzanian Premier League |
| 2021–Present | Harambee Stars | Kenya | International Football |
Duke Abuya’s playing style
Born in Eldoret, Kenya, a place of high altitude, Abuya benefits from his great stamina and endurance, which are key traits to his playing style. Despite being a central midfielder, he can also comfortably shift to play defensive midfield while still bringing his excellence eye for goal scoring. Over the years, Duke has evolved from an attack-minded midfielder to a more balanced player. This transition has contributed to his great success in both domestic and regional competitions.
Career stats
Duke has been a great player, taking part in the Kenyan, Tanzanian, Zambian, and CAF club leagues. Throughout his career, he has scored 36 goals and given three assists. The table below shows Duke Abuya’s career stats.
| Season | Club | Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 2016 | Mathare United | SportPesa Premier League | 1 | 1 | — |
| 2017 | Kariobangi Sharks | SportPesa Premier League | 3 | 4 | — |
| 2018 | Kariobangi Sharks | SportPesa Premier League | 2 | 2 | — |
| 2018/19 | Kariobangi Sharks | SportPesa Premier League | 5 | 5 | — |
| 2018/19 | Kariobangi Sharks | CAF Confederation Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019/20 | Kariobangi Sharks | SportPesa Premier League | 3 | 3 | — |
| 2019/20 | Nkana FC | Zambia Super League | 1 | 1 | — |
| 2020/21 | Nkana FC | Zambia Super League | 1 | 1 | — |
| 2020/21 | Nkana FC | CAF Confederation Cup | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021/22 | Kenya Police FC | FKF Premier League | 4 | 4 | — |
| 2022/23 | Kenya Police FC | FKF Premier League | 7 | 7 | — |
| 2023/24 | Fountain Gate FC | Tanzanian Premier League | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023/24 | Singida Black Stars | Tanzanian Premier League | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023/24 | Fountain Gate FC | CAF Confederation Cup | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024/25 | Young Africans SC | Tanzanian Premier League | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024/25 | Young Africans SC | CAF Champions League | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024/25 | Young Africans SC | Federation Cup | 2 | 2 | — |
| 2025 | Young Africans SC | Community Shield | 1 | 0 | — |
| 2025/26 | Young Africans SC | Tanzanian Premier League | 29 | 2 | 5 |
| 2025/26 | Young Africans SC | CAF Champions League | 6 | 0 | 0 |
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Awards and achievements of Duke Abuya
Over the years, Duke has made notable achievements and received great awards. The table below shows Duke Abuya’s achievements and awards in his football-playing lifetime.
| Year(s) | Honour / Achievement | Club / Team | Category |
| 2018 | FKF Shield Cup Winner | Kariobangi Sharks | Team Honour |
| 2018/19 | CAF Confederation Cup Quarter-finals | Kariobangi Sharks | Continental Achievement |
| 2021 | Zambia Super League Runner-up | Nkana FC | Team Honour |
| 2022/23 | FKF Premier League Top Midfielder | Kenya Police FC | Individual Recognition |
| 2023/24 | Tanzanian Premier League Top Performer | Singida Fountain Gate | Individual Recognition |
| 2024 | Signed by Young Africans SC | Young Africans (Yanga) | Career Milestone |
| 2024/25 | Tanzanian Premier League Champion | Young Africans SC | Team Honour |
| 2024/25 | CAF Champions League Group Stage Qualification | Young Africans SC | Continental Achievement |
| March 2026 | Young Africans Player of the Month | Young Africans SC | Individual Award |
| 2025/26 | Tanzanian Premier League Champion | Young Africans SC | Team Honour |
| 2025–Present | Regular Harambee Stars Midfielder | Kenya National Team | International Achievement |
| 2026 | Featured in CAF Champions League Knockout Stage | Young Africans SC | Continental Achievement |
Latest news
Duke is set to train under the newly appointed South African head coach Monqoba Mngqithi. This comes as the 2026/27 season approaches. Stay tuned on SportPesa for all Duke Abuya’s latest news.
FAQs about Duke Abuya
What is Duke Abuya known for?
Duke Abuya is known for being an outstanding midfielder who has played against major teams in Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia and Africa at large.
What team does Duke Abuya play for?
Duke plays for Yanga FC.
Which clubs has Duke Abuya played for previously?
Abuya has played for several clubs, which include: GFE 105, Mathare United, Kariobangi Sharks, Nkana FC, Kenya Police, Singida Fountain Gate, and Ihefu FC.
Who is Duke Abuya?
Duke Abuya is a Kenyan professional footballer who plays for the Harambee Stars and Yanga FC.
Conclusion
Duke Abuya’s persistence in his football career is really promising. The great footballer has made notable achievements in Kenyan, Tanzanian, Zambian and African football. Stay tuned on SportPesa and get information on how Duke will perform in the 2026/27 season.
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