Environmental activist Truphena Muthoni is just 7 hours away from breaking her own 48-hour record as she attempts to hug a tree for 72 hours.
She began this challenge on Tuesday, December 8, 2025, at 12:20 p.m., and people in Kenya and around the world are eagerly waiting to see if she can reach this milestone.
Her latest attempt aims to raise awareness about indigenous trees, indigenous communities, and inclusivity for persons with disabilities. This is highlighted by her planned three-hour blindfold experience to simulate visual impairment.
Truphena Muthoni in Quest to Break Her Own Record
Muthoni’s challenge has attracted significant support, with several individuals and organizations promising millions of shillings and valuable gifts if she completes the 72-hour mark.
Among the organizations that have pledged rewards if she breaks the record is OdiBets, which has promised her KSh 1 million. Adequate Safaris, a travel and tour company, has offered her a fully paid three-night holiday in Mombasa.
In addition to organizational support, Muthoni has received offers from several notable individuals, including a Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 from Damaris of Dama Spares Original. Solomon Maina has also promised a token of KSh 100,000 to cover the processing fees required to file her achievement with the Guinness World Records.
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More rewards are expected to be announced as she approaches the finish line. Wangeci Wa Kariuki has stated that her company, Fechi Beauty, will provide a skincare package to help repair Muthoni’s skin after 72 hours of exposure, along with its newly launched perfume.
Renowned fashion designer Sir Bonnie Brands has pledged that for the next three months, Muthoni will receive suits designed by them, allowing her to choose any outfit she likes.
Leaders Applaud the 22-Year-Old
In her quest to attempt to break her previous record, notable leaders, including former President Rigathi Gachagua, wished her all the best.
“Truphena Muthoni, push on, my daughter. I strongly encourage you in your conservation efforts, not only to break your record in the Guinness World Records for hugging a tree but also to raise awareness about environmental conservation and the mental health challenges associated with it. Your visionary thoughts must inspire the world to rethink its approach to conservation and mental health issues,” said the former Deputy President.
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, who has been visiting Muthoni at the site of her tree-hugging challenge, expressed anticipation for the record-breaking attempt.
“Together with Nyeri Deputy Governor Kinaniri Waroe, we officially kicked off the countdown for the incredible Truphena Muthoni, who is once again making Nyeri County proud as she attempts to break her own world record, moving from 48 hours of tree-hugging to this ambitious 72 hours,” said the Governor.
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Supporters from across the country have traveled to the site, and other leaders, like PLO Lumumba, have visited in person to endorse her.
Truphena Muthoni previously completed a 48-hour tree-hugging marathon in February 2025 at Michuki Memorial Park in Nairobi, where she hugged a tree for approximately 48 hours and 22 minutes non-stop.
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