DNK International Kenyan environmentalist Hillary Kiplagat Kibiwott has set a new global benchmark after planting an astonishing 23,326 trees within 24 hours at Kessup Forest Station in Elgeyo-Marakwet County.
The remarkable feat surpasses the previous record held by Antoine Moses, who planted 23,060 trees in La Crete, Alberta, Canada, on July 17, 2021.
Kiplagat’s achievement, which now awaits official verification by Guinness World Records, has been widely hailed as a significant milestone in global environmental conservation efforts.
Congratulating the record attempt, Kenya’s Chief Conservator of Forests, Alex Lemarkoko, praised Kiplagat for his extraordinary dedication. He noted that the achievement reflects not only personal determination but also a deep commitment to forest conservation and climate action.
The record-breaking effort comes at a time when Kenya continues to intensify its tree-planting campaigns to combat deforestation and climate change. Kiplagat’s accomplishment is expected to inspire more individuals and communities to take part in environmental restoration initiatives.
If officially confirmed, the new record will place Kenya firmly on the global map for grassroots-driven conservation excellence.
