Top 5 News and Magazines Apps on Android in Kenya, Q2 2025

During the second quarter of 2025, the top five news and magazine apps on the Android platform in Kenya showcased varied performance trends. Data from Sensor Tower provides detailed insights into these applications.

X (Formerly Twitter) experienced a dynamic quarter, with weekly revenue peaking at approximately $1.9K by late June. Downloads surged significantly, reaching a high of about 37.6K in the week of June 23. The app maintained a robust user base, with active users peaking at around 3.5M during the quarter.

Medium presented a stable performance. Revenue fluctuated slightly, with a peak of $123 in late May. Downloads increased gradually, topping at 117 in the final week of June. Active users showed a decline from 8K in early April to about 6K by the end of June.

The Economist - World News saw modest activity, with revenue reaching up to $129 in mid-June. Downloads remained low, peaking at 38 in late June. Active users reached their highest at 152 in the same period.

NYTimes: US and Global News recorded a consistent revenue pattern, with a high of $60 in late April. Downloads fluctuated, reaching a peak of 55 in late June. Active users remained steady, hovering around 160 throughout the quarter.

Bloomberg: Finance Market News had a notable revenue spike to $128 in the last week of June. Downloads were stable, with a slight increase to 65 in the same period. Active users varied slightly, reaching around 175 by the quarter's end.

For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower's platform.