AI Insights · Timothy · October 2024
Top 5 Social Apps on Android in Africa: Q3 2024 Performance Overview
Explore the download, revenue, and active user trends of the top social apps on Android in Africa during Q3 2024, with insights from Sensor Tower.
In the third quarter of 2024, TikTok from TikTok Pte. Ltd. showed a dynamic performance on the Android platform in Africa. Weekly revenue saw fluctuations, peaking at approximately $168K in early September. Downloads hit a high of about 1M in late July, while active users grew steadily from 28.4M to 29.3M over the quarter.
Facebook, published by Meta Platforms, Inc., experienced a gradual increase in weekly revenue, reaching nearly $15.9K by the end of September. The app's downloads remained relatively stable, with a slight dip in mid-September but recovering to 649K by the month's end. Active users consistently increased, starting at 121M and reaching 127M.
Tango- Live Stream, Video Chat maintained a modest revenue stream, ending the quarter with $8.9K. Downloads showed some variability, peaking at approximately 66K in early August. Active users grew from 570K to 666K, indicating a healthy engagement throughout the quarter.
Instagram also saw an increase in revenue, culminating in $8.6K at the end of September. Downloads peaked at over 620K in early August before declining slightly. The app sustained a robust user base, with active users hovering around 34.5M.
Finally, Chamet - Live Video Chat from Chamet Team reported a steady revenue, closing the quarter at around $5K. Downloads peaked mid-quarter at 14.6K, while active users increased from 52K to 58K, showcasing continued user engagement.
These insights into the performance of the top social apps are derived from Sensor Tower's comprehensive data. For more detailed analytics and insights, you can explore further on the Sensor Tower platform.