AI Insights · Timothy · April 2025
Top 5 News Apps in Kenya Q1 2025 Performance on Unified Platform
Explore the performance trends of the top news apps in Kenya during Q1 2025, highlighting key metrics like downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the first quarter of 2025, the top news applications in Kenya on a unified platform showcased varied performance metrics, according to data from Sensor Tower.
X from X Corp. reported a peak in weekly revenue at around $4K by late February. Weekly downloads started at over 30K and tapered to nearly 20K by the end of March. Weekly active users remained robust, hovering around 3.3M throughout the quarter.
The Economist - News, Podcasts saw its weekly revenue fluctuate, with a notable increase to approximately $660 in late February. Downloads were minimal, ranging from 30 to 110 weekly, while active users remained stable around 300.
Bloomberg: Business News Daily experienced a steady rise in weekly revenue, peaking at $465 towards the end of March. Downloads fluctuated slightly, ending the quarter with a rise to 199. Active users showed a gradual increase, reaching over 1.1K by March's end.
NYTimes: US and Global News maintained consistent revenue, with peaks around $330 in late March. Downloads remained low but steady, mostly between 70 and 130 weekly. Active users remained fairly stable, around 280 to 330.
The Wall Street Journal. News reported modest revenue, peaking at $235 in early March. Downloads were consistent, with a minor spike to 89 in late January. Active users hovered around 180, with a slight dip mid-quarter.
For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.
