Top 5 Shopping Apps on Android in Africa Q3 2024

In the third quarter of 2024, the top shopping apps on the Android platform in Africa showcased varied performance metrics in terms of downloads and active users. Based on data from Sensor Tower, here’s a closer look at these apps.

Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire maintained a strong presence with weekly downloads fluctuating between 100K and 557K. A notable dip occurred in mid-August, with downloads dropping to 100K, but they rebounded to over 550K by the end of September. Active users increased steadily from approximately 1M to over 2M, peaking towards the end of the quarter.

Alibaba.com - B2B marketplace experienced a consistent download rate, starting at around 207K and peaking at 272K in early September before slightly declining towards the end of the quarter. Active users hovered around the 4M mark, with a peak of over 4.1M in early September, showcasing a solid user base.

SHEIN-Shopping Online saw a gradual increase in downloads, beginning at 181K and reaching a high of 246K by late August. Active users also exhibited growth, starting from approximately 1.66M and increasing to over 1.9M by the end of September, indicating steady user engagement.

Amazon Shopping showed stable weekly downloads, ranging from 125K to nearly 200K, with a noticeable spike towards the end of September. Revenue trends were consistent, with weekly earnings fluctuating between $2.1K and $3.1K. Active user numbers rose from 2.16M to over 2.5M, reflecting a growing user base.

JUMIA Online Shopping maintained a steady download rate, fluctuating between 118K and 169K. Despite a few dips, the app managed to retain a significant number of active users, starting at 1.59M and ending at approximately 1.47M, showcasing its resilience in the market.

For more detailed insights and analysis, visit Sensor Tower.