Top Social Networking Apps on iOS in South Africa Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the top social networking applications on iOS in South Africa showcased diverse trends in downloads and active user engagement, as reported by Sensor Tower.

Threads by Instagram, Inc. maintained a dynamic presence with weekly downloads peaking at approximately 21K mid-July. Its weekly active users steadily increased from 721K to over 816K by the end of September.

Facebook from Meta Platforms, Inc. experienced a consistent weekly revenue, reaching around $5.9K in late August. Downloads fluctuated slightly, averaging around 8K weekly, while active users saw a rebound from 1.3M to approximately 1.32M toward the quarter's end.

WhatsApp Messenger maintained a steady download rate, with numbers hovering around 5K to 7K weekly. Active users remained robust, fluctuating slightly around 6.4M throughout the quarter.

Telegram Messenger saw a notable revenue increase, peaking at $4.6K in the last week of September. Downloads initially spiked to 8K in mid-July but settled around 4K to 5K by September, with active users stabilizing at approximately 408K.

Messenger, also from Meta Platforms, Inc., witnessed a significant download surge in early September, reaching over 8K, and maintained a steady active user base, closing the quarter with approximately 636K.

These insights highlight the dynamic landscape of social networking apps in South Africa, with varying trends across metrics. For a more detailed analysis, visit Sensor Tower for comprehensive app performance data.