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Truphena Muthoni announces plan to break another world record
24th December, 2025 02:34 PM
Environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has announced her next major attempt to break a world record, this time with a global tree-planting initiative.
The announcement comes weeks after her 72-hour tree-hugging record, officially recognised by Guinness World Records on Friday, December 12, 2025.
Speaking during an interview on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Muthoni revealed that the upcoming challenge will involve young people worldwide.
“It’s going to be huge, global, and about everyone, not just me,” she said. Preliminary plans are set for May 2026, culminating on World Environment Day, June 5.
Global youth engagement
The activist highlighted that the initiative will be executed in partnership with several international organisations to unite youth globally in a single coordinated effort.
Muthoni emphasised that the project is more than a record attempt; it is a movement to raise awareness about environmental conservation and climate action.
“This is about replanting and making a real impact on the planet,” she explained. “We want to show that young people can lead the change and create something tangible for the environment.”
Her previous feats have positioned her as one of Kenya’s most prominent young environmentalists, drawing comparisons to Nobel laureate Wangari Maathai.
Preparation and Support
Muthoni credited her prior successes to rigorous preparation and strong community support.
For her 72-hour tree-hugging record, she spent over five months training her body with long walks, 12-hour test runs, and other conditioning exercises.
She expressed optimism that the upcoming global record attempt would inspire others to actively engage in environmental causes.
The activist encouraged participants and organisations to follow her social media channels for updates and registration information.
“We are building something that will not only set a record but also create lasting environmental impact worldwide,” she said.
Muthoni also holds a Guinness World Record for hugging a tree for 48 hours, ratified on December 12, 2025, following her first successful attempt earlier in the year at Michuki Park, Nairobi.
The 48-hour record laid the foundation for her subsequent 72-hour achievement, which garnered national acclaim.
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