Twenty-two-year-old Truphena Muthoni, an environmental enthusiast from Mathira Sub-county in Nyeri County, on Tuesday began an attempt to break her own world record by hugging a tree continuously for 72 hours.
For three full days and nights, Truphena plans to remain firmly wrapped around the trunk of an indigenous tree — without eating, drinking, sitting, sleeping, or using the washroom. The physical and mental endurance required for such an attempt is immense, yet she remains determined and optimistic.
This is not her first time undertaking such a bold initiative. From January 31 to February 2, at Michuki Park in Nairobi County, she achieved her first breakthrough by hugging a tree for 48 consecutive hours, setting a world record that drew attention from conservation groups, youth organizations, and climate action advocates across the country.
Truphena says her mission is to raise awareness about the importance of indigenous trees, many of which are threatened by deforestation, urbanization, and changing weather patterns. She hopes this challenge will spark broader conversations about environmental protection and inspire others to act before more indigenous tree species are lost.
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