- A few days ago, many Kenyans had no idea of Truphena Muthoni, but now she is a household name, as many people followed her attempt to hug a tree and were happy to see her succeed
- As soon as he finished, he was taken to the hospital for first aid treatment because he was very weak. Kenyans flooded the Guinness World Records page to demand that the tree record be recognized
- Kenyans were so enthusiastic that the world records body had to respond and explain why they couldn’t add him to their records yet
- On December 12, Kenyans were surprised to learn that Truphena’s first attempt to hug a tree had been approved and added to the Guinness World Records
Guinness World Records has finally approved young environmentalist Truphena Muthoni’s record of hugging a tree for 48 hours to raise awareness about the environment.
Source: Facebook
Truphena walked to Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s office and hugged a tree for 72 hours protesting the rapidly deteriorating environment. However, before his latest trip, he had already successfully hugged a tree for 48 hours.
“Truphena Muthoni’s record attempt to hug a tree this week in Kenya, fueled by a strong passion for trees and the important role they play in our ecosystem, has sparked many reactions on our social media,” said Guinness World Records in a statement on their Facebook page.
“We know Truphena’s fans are excited to hear the results, and we look forward to receiving and evaluating the evidence. Currently, her current record stands at 48 hours, achieved earlier this year in Nairobi,” another section read.
Source: Facebook
When she got the good news, the young woman rushed to her Facebook page and celebrated warmly.
“Finally home. 48 hours is my longest tree-hugging race on record,” he said.
“Thank you God. Thank you Kenyans for your help. Now I am waiting for the 72 hours of non-stop tree hugging to be recorded,” he added.
Some funny answers given by Kenyans
Nancy Features:
“Genetic evidence on CCTV of the governor’s office.”
Jeff Okopot:
“We need the first 72 hours updated. Otherwise call it critical.”
Chogo Fredrick:
“Most Guinness World Records don’t carry us mangoes. Confirmation is needed as soon as possible. Congratulations to our Truphena Muthoni for courage and inspiration.”
Ndungu Nyoro:
“When will the Kenyan government congratulate the new owner of the Guinness World Record?”
Benson Mwirigi Kijuki Murithi:
“The tree in the Governor’s office in Nyeri should be given a chance to speak because it was embraced non-stop for 72 hours by our hero Truphena Muthoni. Finally there is light my people but we have never sent a message and we Kenyans can milk a lion sitting on a porcupine.”
Joseph Mainah:
“Either you realize it or we bring him and the tree he hugged to your office for confirmation. We followed him for 3 days day and night and then we follow him and how cold it is.”
Koimet Junior:
“Kenyans have confirmed the record of 72 hours. Congratulations, Truphena Muthoni.”
A young environmentalist is moved to tears while receiving a gift
In another story, Truphena Muthoni, whose decision to hug a tree made headlines, received many gifts from admirers for a job well done.
The young woman’s efforts attracted the attention of ordinary people as well as prominent and powerful people in the society.
After completing the difficult task he started, Muthoni went to Nyeri, where he was given all the gifts he had before.
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