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In a remarkable advancement to Kenya’s environmental agenda, President William Ruto has appointed a young climate activist, Truphena Muthoni, to be the new ambassador of the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign, which is the flagship national initiative that is meant to fight deforestation and promote sustainable development in the country.
The announcement, which was made after a meeting at State House, is indicative of the government’s increasing emphasis on youth leadership and climate action.
The formal announcement by President Ruto on Monday came after Muthoni’s impressive performance in a much-publicized tree-hugging marathon that drew everyone’s attention.
Just a few days ahead of her appointment, the 22-year-old environmentalist was able to finish the 72-hour tree-hugging challenge in Nyeri County, which was part of her campaign to create awareness about forest conservation and the need to protect our trees.
He described Muthoni at the official ceremony as a ‘perfect young Kenyan’ whose willpower and love for environmental care are in accordance with the country’s wishes of being environmentally friendly and conserving nature with the help of the community.
Ruto also mentioned that her appointment was not only a token of her personal strength but also a practical step to motivate larger public involvement in climate change activities.
The launching of the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign as the principal aspect of the government’s environmental policy aims at recovering the natural state of the earth, increasing the absorption of carbon, and preserving the forests and wildlife of Kenya.
Muthoni’s position in this national project is one of a leader, where she is expected to rally communities, youth groups, and civil society partners to be involved in the realization of these ambitious goals.
Besides her ambassadorial appointment, President Ruto also awarded Muthoni the Head of State Commendation (HSC) medal, which is one of the highest civilian honors in Kenya.
This is given to people who have made an outstanding contribution to raising environmental awareness and advocacy.
The two honors signify a unique and rare connection between grassroots activism and formal national acknowledgment. Additionally, the ceremony included commitments for more support for Muthoni’s upcoming actions.
According to government officials, the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry will assist her in attending international climate forums, while partners like the Kenya Wildlife Service and Kenya Tourism Board will offer her more opportunities to interact with the public on environmental issues.
