On 8th December 2016, Rwanga Foundation yet once again hosted Rwanga Awards 2016 this year in The Conference Hall of Duhok governorate.

The ceremony was attended by many artists, writers, journalists, diplomats, winners with their families and youths. In the presence of a huge packed audience in the hall, winners of the competition were announced and prizes were awarded by various high profile dignitaries from throughout the region. A total of  8 young eligible people were awarded prizes in different categories such as Photography, Recycling Arts, Short Film, Solo Musician, Short Story writing, Entrepreneurship, Drawing and Scientific Invention.

The awards function commenced with a group of Duhok and Sharia dancers performing the Kurdish Flag activity