Tag: #Tree-Hugging
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Government Moves to Tame Growing Tree-Hugging Trend
The government, through the Ministry of Health, has issued a public advisory warning Kenyans against engaging in prolonged tree-hugging challenges without first undergoing a medical check-up, citing rising health concerns. The warning follows a surge in the trend inspired by environmental activist Truphena Muthoni, who completed a 72-hour tree-hugging challenge on December 11, 2025, surpassing…
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Pastor Jimmy Irungu Collapses Minutes Short of 80-Hour Tree-Hugging Cancer Awareness Challenge
Murang’a town witnessed an extraordinary display of endurance on Thursday morning after Pastor Jimmy Irungu collapsed just moments before completing an ambitious 80-hour tree-hugging challenge aimed at raising cancer awareness. The 30-year-old cleric lost consciousness after clinging to a tree continuously for 79 hours and 40 minutes, falling short of his goal by barely 20…