The excitement was palpable as UWA Social rewarded the top performers in its 16 & Fabulous Throwback Challenge, with each of the five winners receiving a cash prize of $20, equivalent to approximately RWF 30,000.
The challenge attracted participants from across Africa and beyond, giving them an opportunity to revisit their teenage years by sharing memorable photographs of themselves at the age of 16. From old-school fashion and funny poses to unforgettable moments and youthful dreams, participants brought their memories back to life while competing to have their posts viewed by as many people as possible.
Following the conclusion of the challenge, the five participants whose posts recorded the highest number of views were announced as winners. Several of them took to their UWA Social accounts to celebrate their success, express gratitude to the platform, and confirm that they had received their prizes.
Meet the Five Winners of the 16 & Fabulous Challenge
1. Abbah Elisha — 379 Views
Abbah Elisha emerged as the overall winner after his post attracted 379 views, the highest number recorded among the participants. He received a cash prize of $20, approximately RWF 30,000.
Celebrating his achievement, Abbah shared a message expressing his happiness and appreciation to UWA Social and those who supported him throughout the challenge.
“Good luck to me and the others who won alongside me. Thank you for supporting me. I have received the money I won,” he wrote in a message shared on his account.
He also encouraged people to continue using UWA Social, expressing his excitement about the platform and the opportunity it had given him to win a prize.
2. Foz Foz — 376 Views
Foz Foz secured second place with 376 views, earning a $20 cash prize.
In a post celebrating the achievement, Foz Foz referred to the 16 & Fabulous challenge and expressed enthusiasm for UWA Social, joining other winners in celebrating the platform and the experience of participating in the competition.
With only three views separating the first and second positions, the results highlighted how closely contested the challenge was.
3. Ayobami Morufu — 369 Views
Ayobami Morufu took third place after his post attracted 369 views. Like the other winners, he received $20.
Expressing his appreciation, Ayobami thanked UWA Social and confirmed that he had received his challenge prize.
His message added to the celebrations surrounding the competition, demonstrating the excitement among participants whose posts gained attention and earned them rewards.
4. Solomon Bala — 363 Views
Solomon Bala finished in fourth place, recording 363 views and receiving a $20 prize.
In his appreciation message, Solomon expressed heartfelt gratitude to UWA Social for the award, emphasizing that he did not take the recognition for granted. He also prayed for the continued growth and success of the platform.
He extended his appreciation to everyone who participated in the challenge, noting that the experience was valuable beyond the prizes themselves.
His message reflected the spirit of the competition: celebrating memories, appreciating opportunities, and encouraging a community in which participants can share experiences and support one another.
5. Abubakar Ishaq — 353 Views
Abubakar Ishaq completed the list of the five winners, earning 353 views on his post and receiving a $20 cash prize.
Although he did not share a public statement following the announcement, his performance secured him a place among the participants whose posts attracted the highest number of views.
Each of the five winners received the same prize of $20, rewarding their participation and the audience engagement their posts generated.
Rwandan Participants Joined the Challenge, but None Made the Top Five
The challenge attracted participants from different countries, including Rwanda. However, according to the published results, no Rwandan participant secured a place among the top five winners.
Nevertheless, the participation of Rwandans and others from across Africa reflected the potential of social networking platforms to bring people together through shared experiences, creativity, and friendly competition.
The challenge was not simply about winning money. It also encouraged participants to revisit their personal histories, share memorable photographs, reconnect with friends, and discover how others experienced their teenage years.
For many, the opportunity to tell a personal story and engage with a wider audience was part of what made the competition meaningful.
UWA Social: Connecting Africans Through Digital Experiences
UWA Social is a pan-African social networking platform designed to connect people through conversations, culture, creativity, and shared experiences.
Through initiatives such as the 16 & Fabulous Throwback Challenge, the platform demonstrates how social media can offer more than a place to publish photographs and exchange messages. It can also create opportunities for users to participate in competitions, express themselves creatively, connect with new audiences, and win rewards.
The successful conclusion of the challenge and the confirmation of prizes by several winners have added excitement to the platform's community, encouraging other users to remain engaged and look forward to future activities.
For aspiring content creators and everyday social media users, initiatives like this offer an opportunity to share their stories, showcase their creativity, and connect with people across geographical and cultural boundaries.
As UWA Social continues to build connections across Africa and beyond, the 16 & Fabulous Challenge serves as a reminder that a simple photograph can bring back treasured memories, spark conversations, and even turn into a rewarding experience.
The message is clear: your memories have a story to tell, and the right platform can help that story reach the world.
UWA Social — Connecting Africa, Empowering Communities.
