Top 5 Social Networking Apps on iOS in South Africa, Q4 2024

In the fourth quarter of 2024, the top social networking applications on iOS in South Africa exhibited diverse performance trends. Here's a closer look at the data provided by Sensor Tower.

Threads from Instagram, Inc. saw weekly downloads fluctuate, peaking at around 31.1K in mid-November. Weekly active users showed a consistent upward trend, starting at approximately 432K and reaching around 670K by the end of December.

WhatsApp Messenger maintained a steady presence with weekly downloads varying, notably increasing to about 26K in mid-December. Active users remained robust, hovering around 7M throughout the quarter.

Facebook experienced a moderate increase in weekly revenue, with a notable peak of $10.6K in late November. Downloads remained stable, with a slight increase towards the end of the quarter, while active users consistently stayed above 1.2M.

Telegram Messenger showed steady weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $3.6K in late November. Downloads saw a significant spike in early November, reaching 36.4K, and active users fluctuated around the 500K mark.

Messenger maintained consistent download numbers, with a slight peak of 6K in early October. Active users showed minor fluctuations, stabilizing around 690K by the end of the quarter.

These insights highlight the dynamic nature of social networking app usage in South Africa. For more detailed data and insights, visit Sensor Tower.