Facebook’s 10th anniversary marks a remarkable milestone for the social network, which boasts over 1.12 billion users worldwide and a staggering annual net profit of $1.5 billion in 2013. Mark Zuckerberg’s brainchild has become a global phenomenon, valued at $152 billion and facilitating the exchange of 4.5 billion “Likes” per day.
In Africa, Facebook has become an indispensable platform for federations, clubs, and athletes, with its influence extending across the continent. Despite challenges such as potential declines in user engagement, particularly among younger demographics in the United States, Facebook remains resilient and continues to innovate.
In Africa, Egypt leads with 13,810,420 users, followed by South Africa, Morocco, Nigeria, and Algeria. Despite facing competition from platforms like Mixt, often dubbed the “African Facebook,” Facebook’s dominance in Africa seems secure for the foreseeable future.
As Facebook celebrates its milestone, it continues to evolve and adapt, promising many more surprises and innovations in the years to come, including potentially expanding its presence in emerging markets like Africa.
