Truphena Muthoni’s previous 48-hour tree-hugging feat enters Guinness World Records books
By Nancy Marende, December 12, 2025Kenyan environmental enthusiast Truphena Muthoni has officially entered the Guinness World Records (GWR) record books after the organisation confirmed her achievement in the Longest Marathon Hugging a Tree category, lasting an impressive 48 hours.
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga shared the email confirmation and congratulated Muthoni for her resilience and environmental advocacy on Friday, December 12, 2025.
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“Finally, Truphena Muthoni has been recognised as the world record holder for the longest tree hugging of 48 hours. Thank you, Kenyans for piling the pressure. We want them to recognise the 72-hour hug too!” the governor said.
The confirmation came through an official email from the Guinness World Records Management Team, notifying Muthoni that her application had been approved and that she was now an official world record holder.
“We are thrilled to inform you that your application for Longest marathon hugging a tree has been successful and you are now the Guinness World Records Title Holder!” Guinness World Records, Record Management Team stated.
The Guinness World Records notification, issued under Application Reference: 240924013659lmha, outlined the next steps for the newly crowned record holder.
The email informed Muthoni that within 15 minutes of receiving the message, she would gain access to the exclusive Record Holder Zone, where she can purchase official certificates, frames, and merchandise.
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She will also be able to claim her free Digital Record Breaker Badge, allowing her to share the accomplishment across social media platforms instantly.
“Congratulations, you are Officially Amazing!”
The environmental activist completed the challenge on Thursday, December 11, 2025, amid loud cheers, ululation, and overwhelming support from the public.
Throughout the challenge, Truphena remained rooted, literally hugging a single tree for three continuous days in an effort to raise awareness about the need to protect forests and wildlife.
Truphena began her 72-hour marathon on December 8, 2025, in Nyeri County, drawing nationwide attention.
Her goal was to break her own Guinness World Record, which she set earlier this year after hugging a tree for 48 hours at Nairobi’s Michuki Memorial Park.