A Kitale man was forced to abandon a 120-hour tree-hugging challenge to raise school fees after being confronted by locals, as leaders and health officials warn against the viral trend.

Quickly, like a wildfire in the Pantanal, the Truphena effect started rubbing off on everyone - from the bored lad in Murang'a, to the battered drunk in Kitui, everyone had suddenly found a favourite ...

In Murang’a, Pastor James (Jimmy) Irungu embarked on a grueling 80-hour tree-hugging challenge aimed at raising awareness ...

The challenge, which took place at Jevanjee Gardens and concluded on Friday at 9:00 p.m., was designed to mobilise public support toward raising Sh3.5 million required for the medical procedure. - ...

Pius Kibet's remarkable 72-hour tree-hugging challenge gains nationwide acclaim in Kericho. Celebrate his perseverance ...

A Murang’a woman identified as Virginia Wangare quit a48-hour tree-hugging challenge just 10 minutes in, leaving netizens ...

However, these challenges have, on the flipside, been received harshly, with many people terming it as a ‘stunt”, with critics, like Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, calling it a "con game".

Visibly tired, relieved, and overcome with emotion, environmental activist Truphena Muthoni finally completed a physically demanding challenge that has propelled her onto the global stage. For 72 ...