Ruto Rewards Environmental Activist Truphena Muthoni With Sponsored Holiday After Tree-Hug Contest

President William Ruto has rewarded environmental activist Truphena Muthoni with a fully sponsored holiday and other accolades after she spent 72 continuous hours hugging a tree to raise environmental awareness.

Ruto appoints Truphena Muthoni Ambassador of 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign

President William Ruto has appointed environmental conservationist Truphena Muthoni as an Ambassador for Kenya's 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign. This recognition follows her remarkable 72-hour tree-hugging feat to raise awareness for environmental protection.

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Ruto awards Truphena Muthoni HSC after tree hugging feat

President William Ruto has awarded environmental activist Truphena Muthoni the Head of State Commendation (HSC) Medal for her dedication to environmental stewardship. This recognition follows her remarkable achievement of hugging an indigenous tree continuously for 72 hours to raise awareness about climate change and conservation.

Ruto Rewards Truphena Muthoni After Setting 72-Hour Tree Hugging Record

President William Ruto has honored environmentalist Truphena Muthoni, naming her an ambassador for the 15 billion tree-planting campaign, following her record 72-hour tree-hugging feat in Nyeri. Muthoni received these recognitions, including a fully sponsored holiday and facilitation for an international trip, at State House on Monday, December 15.