AI Insights · Timothy · July 2025
Top 5 Social Apps on Android in South Africa, Q2 2025
Explore the performance trends of the top social apps on Android in South Africa during Q2 2025, including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Poppo Live, and Grindr.
In the second quarter of 2025, the top social apps on the Android platform in South Africa showcased varied performance trends. These insights are based on data from Sensor Tower.
TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE
TikTok experienced notable fluctuations in its weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $127.8K in mid-June. Weekly downloads fluctuated, reaching a high of about 125.6K in early June, while weekly active users steadily increased from 8.2M to 8.9M over the quarter.
Facebook's revenue showed a gradual increase, ending the quarter at around $15.8K. Downloads were relatively stable, averaging around 70K weekly. Active users remained consistently above 10M, peaking at 10.3M at the end of June.
Instagram's revenue saw a significant rise, closing June with approximately $8.8K. Downloads varied throughout the quarter, with a high of 85.5K in late April. Active users hovered around 6.3M, with a slight increase toward the end of the quarter.
Poppo Live- Live Stream
Poppo Live's revenue increased significantly, reaching $10.9K by the end of June. Downloads also saw growth, peaking at 14.4K in late June. Active users rose steadily, starting from 8.7K and ending at 20K.
Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat
Grindr's revenue fluctuated, closing the quarter at approximately $5.3K. Downloads showed a moderate increase, peaking at 3.3K in late June. Active users experienced a gradual rise from 20.3K to 20.4K.
For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.
