The Guinness Book of Records, now officially called Guinness World Records, is a global reference book and organization that documents extraordinary human achievements and natural world extremes.

It was started in 1955 by the Guinness Brewery to settle pub arguments.

The Records documents incredible feats, unique natural phenomena, and record-breaking individuals,

Kenya has, for a long period of time, dominated the global athletics scene, but a new generation of record-setters is pushing the boundaries of human endeavor in extraordinary, non-traditional fields, cementing the nation’s place in the Guinness World Records (GWR) book for feats of endurance, culinary skill, and unique activism.

These adjustments have shown a nation of resilient and creative individuals, proving that Kenyan ambition extends far beyond the marathon finish line.

The 72-Hour Embrace: Truphena Muthoni’s Green Stand

The newest holder of the record; Truphena Muthoni, a young environmental activist who has captured national attention with her grueling, continuous tree-hugging marathons.

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 2.25 pm, Muthoni completed a 72-hour continuous tree hug in Nyeri County, significantly surpassing her own previous GWR of 48 hours, which she set in February of the same year.

“The reason for hugging trees is that it’s therapeutic, and we have a lot of mental health crises across the world that are directly involved with environmental degradation,” Muthoni stated.

Her challenge, which she completed without food, water, or breaks, was a dual-purpose mission: advocating for the protection of indigenous trees and raising awareness for mental health and disability inclusivity.

Her efforts have drawn massive public support and official endorsement from political and environmental leaders.

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The Culinary Champion: Maliha Mohammed’s Kitchen Stamina

In August 2019, Mohammed completed the Longest Cooking Marathon (individual) by cooking non-stop for 75 hours and 3 minutes.

She prepared over 400 recipes, from local Kenyan dishes to international cuisine, shattering the previous record held by an American chef.

Mohammed’s journey underscores a commitment to showcasing Kenya’s rich culinary diversity on a global stage, proving that professional excellence is also a path to global recognition.

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Other Notable Kenyan Record Holders

Mohammad Adil Abdool: Demonstrated incredible physical endurance by setting the GWR for the Highest Number of Burpees in 12 Hours in 2021.

Joseph Love: Holds the unique, though now retired, record for the Most Milk Extracted by Hand in 24 Hours, a staggering 531 litres from 30 cows achieved in 1992.

Kimani Ng’ang’a Maruge: Though a posthumous record, Maruge remains a profound symbol of lifelong learning, holding the GWR for the Oldest Person to Start Primary School when he enrolled at the age of 84 in 2004.

While the world still watches Kenyan runners like Faith Kipyegon and Eliud Kipchoge set and break records on the track, the efforts of activists, chefs, and fitness enthusiasts are redefining what it means to be a Kenyan world record holder.

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Nyeri County leadership, including Governor Mutahi Kahiga supporting Truphena Muthoni during her tree hugging Guinness World Records challenge. PHOTO/Courtesy