AI Insights · Timothy · October 2022
Top 5 iOS Social Networking Apps in South Africa Q3 2022
Discover the performance trends of the top 5 social networking apps on iOS in South Africa during Q3 2022, including weekly downloads, active users, and revenue statistics.
In the third quarter of 2022, the top 5 social networking apps on iOS in South Africa showcased notable trends in weekly downloads, active users, and revenue. Here is a detailed look at their performance, based on data from Sensor Tower.
WhatsApp Messenger saw a consistent performance in weekly downloads, peaking at around 20.4K in the week of August 29. The app’s weekly active users hovered around 1.68M, maintaining steady engagement throughout the quarter.
Facebook experienced fluctuations in weekly downloads, reaching a high of approximately 13.4K in mid-July. Weekly revenue peaked at around $3.7K in the same period. Active users remained robust, growing from 1.44M to nearly 1.48M by the end of September.
Messenger maintained a stable download rate, with numbers ranging from 8.4K to 11.9K. The app's weekly active users saw minor variations, staying around 1.42M throughout the quarter.
BeReal: Photos & Friends Daily showed significant growth in weekly downloads, increasing from 1.7K at the start of the quarter to 9.7K in mid-August. The app’s active users also surged, climbing from 16.6K to over 65.5K by the end of September.
Telegram Messenger displayed steady weekly downloads, peaking at around 5.3K in mid-July. Weekly revenue saw a gradual increase, reaching up to $563 by late July. Active users experienced a slight decline, from approximately 250.6K at the start of the quarter to 210.8K by the end of September.
For more in-depth insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.
Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI
Date: October 2022