Top 5 iOS Entertainment Apps in South Africa: Q3 2024 Performance

In the third quarter of 2024, the entertainment app landscape on iOS in South Africa showcased intriguing trends. According to Sensor Tower data, the top five entertainment applications in the region exhibited varying patterns in downloads, revenue, and active user engagement.

TikTok from TikTok Ltd. saw a consistent increase in weekly revenue, peaking at around $28.9K by the end of September. Downloads surged notably in early September, reaching approximately 41.9K, with weekly active users climbing steadily from 909K to a peak of 975K towards the end of the quarter.

Showmax maintained a stable download rate, with a noticeable peak of 21.3K in mid-August. Active users increased from 152K at the beginning of July to a high of 191K in mid-September. However, there was no reported revenue during this period.

Netflix experienced a modest fluctuation in weekly revenue, averaging around $14K throughout the quarter. Downloads varied, peaking at 12.3K in mid-September, while active users remained robust, ending the quarter at approximately 219K.

ShortMax - Watch Dramas & Show saw its highest revenue of about $8.9K in mid-July. Downloads spiked significantly to 24.4K in early August, with active users reaching their peak in mid-August at 52K before stabilizing around 31K by the end of September.

DStv Stream reported consistent download numbers, with a high of 7.2K in late September. Its active user base remained stable throughout the quarter, peaking at 101K in early August.

For more detailed insights and analysis, visit Sensor Tower's platform, where comprehensive data on app performance is available.