Environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has officially received her Guinness World Records badge, marking yet another milestone in her remarkable conservation journey.
Photos shared online show Muthoni proudly holding the iconic blue Guinness World Records certificate, her face alight with excitement as she raises the award to the camera.
Reacting to her achievement, Muthoni described the recognition as bigger than a personal win.
"I am already very excited for this year. I have received my record-breaking badge, and I feel so excited. I am so happy, I just want to say thank you to God because this is really amazing," she said.
New Year comes with official Record Breaker Badge!!!#GWR2026 pic.twitter.com/v1g1sLgeFy
— Truphena Muthoni, HSC (@TruphenaMuthon) January 2, 2026
The recoginition, however, is for her previous record-breaking attempt in February 2025 of 48 hours, and not the latest 72-hour attempt, which is still awaiting ratification.
Earlier last year, she had made headlines for completing a 48-hour tree-hugging challenge at Michuki Memorial Park in Nairobi, more than doubling the former world record of 24 hours and 21 minutes.
Her latest attempt in December 2025 officially crossed the 72-hour mark at 12:25 pm.
During the challenge, Muthoni remained blindfolded to highlight the experiences of visually impaired people and their heightened vulnerability to climate-related risks.
The event attracted widespread public support, with crowds gathering in Nyeri and thousands of Kenyans following her progress through TikTok livestreams that ran around the clock.
Despite heavy rain, locals provided umbrellas, jackets, and portable heaters to help her power through the gruelling final hours.
Muthoni has consistently said her initiative aims to raise awareness about deforestation, climate change, and mental health, particularly among communities affected by climate disasters.
Her global recognition has since earned her national honours, including the Head of State Commendation (HSC) medal from President William Ruto, an appointment as an Ambassador of the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign, and additional support from government agencies to further her conservation work.