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December 15, 2025
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Ruto Rewards Environmental Activist Truphena Muthoni With Sponsored Holiday After Tree-Hug Contest

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

The holiday, sponsored by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), will be extended to Muthoni and her team as part of a broader recognition package announced during a meeting with the President at State House. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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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.

  • Muthoni's holiday is sponsored by Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB).
  • She received the Head of State Commendation (HSC) Medal and was appointed Ambassador of the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign.
  • The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry will support her travel to Brazil for exposure to global conservation initiatives.

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