In Nanyuki, Kenya, Paul Kago, 43, has undertaken a 96-hour tree-hugging marathon to advocate for peace and national unity ahead of the 2027 General Election. This act builds on a growing trend of endurance tree-hugging challenges in Kenya.

• Kago aimed to complete the 96-hour challenge on Monday at 1 p.m., urging Kenyans to reject political violence.
• The tree-hugging movement gained prominence after Truphena Muthoni surpassed a 72-hour tree-hugging challenge for environmental conservation and mental wellness, following her Guinness World Record of 48 hours (achieved from January 31 to February 2, 2025).
• Another participant, Pastor James "Jimmy" Irungu from Murang’a, attempted an 80-hour challenge for cancer awareness but collapsed after nearly 79 hours and 40 minutes on January 8, 2026, due to exhaustion and dehydration.