David D Mabuza
Former Premier of Mpumalanga Province. Former Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa.
243,162
Followers
158
Following
1,784
Tweets
897.9
Avg Engagement
185
Listed
Yes
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @DDMabuza's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2012-04-03
- Verification:Yes
- Location:South Africa
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:25
- Avg Likes per Tweet:385.4
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:512.5
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 25 tweetsHis tweets receive a high number of likes, indicating broad public interest. Retweets are also relatively high, suggesting his messages are shared across his audience.
385.4
Avg Likes/Tweet
512.5
Avg Retweets/Tweet
9,635
Total Likes
12,813
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
0
Median Likes
95
Median Retweets
1,204
75th Percentile
5,491
Top Tweet
3.69
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Long Tail
Engagement Pattern
Mix of hits and regular posts
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Curator
Amplifies others content frequently
28.0%
Original
0.0%
Replies
64.0%
Retweets
8.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.0%
With Media
72.0%
With Links
72.0%
With #Tags
80.0%
With @Mentions
4.0%
With Emojis
241
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.0
Reply/Original Ratio
0.12
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
72.0%
Weekday Posts
28.0%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 25 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 16 retweets (64% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 25 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersHis audience includes South Africans interested in politics, public health, and national development. They are likely to be followers of political figures and news consumers.
Average
Audience Quality
31.8%
Suspicion Index
43.1%
Low-Quality %
17
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
49.5%
Empty Bio
52.0%
<10 Tweets
7.3%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
57.4%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
95.7%
No URL
36.6%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
30,085,024
Total Potential Reach
17
Median Follower Reach
82
75th Percentile Reach
3.4%
>1K followers
0.3%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.0%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
23.1%
Creators
11,544 accounts
25.0%
Consumers
12,479 accounts
52.0%
Dormant
25,977 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
88
Verified Followers
0.09% of total
5,606
Protected Accounts
5.55% of total
4 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,100,485 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @PearlThusi | 3,479,008 | Actress | Actress, Netflix, Africa |
| @SABCNews | 2,639,204 | News Outlet | News, South Africa, Broadcasting |
| @LarryMadowo | 2,459,296 | Journalist | Journalism, Travel, Humor |
| @Radio702 | 883,797 | Radio Station | News, Talk Radio, Podcasts |
| @RealMrumaDrive | 866,994 | Graphic Designer | Photoshop, Cleanliness, Risk |
| @ewnreporter | 795,648 | Journalist | News, Updates, Factual |
| @CityTshwane | 646,602 | Government | Government, Capital, Excellence |
| @mamangilu | 577,472 | Politician | Charity, Motherhood, Governance |
| @ReasonHD | 538,157 | Rapper | Music, Knowledge, Fire |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
57,183
Followers With Bio
43,814
Followers Without Bio
56.62%
% With Bio
43.38%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 25 analyzed16,019
Combined Engagement
6,214
Total Likes
9,805
Total Retweets
3,204
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
80%
With Hashtags
60%
With @Mentions
20%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @narendramodi: Had a good discussion with President @CyrilRamaphosa about the COVID-19 challenge, and assured India’s support to South Africa for maintaining essential medical supplies.
Great initiative to mobilise global action in support of @WHO and its partners in responding to the #COVID19 pandemic. We congratulate @RealBlackCoffee, @NomzamoMbatha, @casspernyovest and @ShoMadjozi for taking part. #TogetherAtHome
RT @CyrilRamaphosa: Just concluded a meeting of the #NationalCommandCouncil where we were focused on a risk adjusted strategy to resume economic activity. I am now meeting with leaders of political parties represented in Parliament for further consultations ahead of tonight’s add
We remain resolute in winning this battle, hard and at times frustrating as it may seem. Let’s continue to stay home and curb further community transmissions. We are in this together. #day24oflockdown #StayAtHomeSA #TogetherWeCanBeatThis #COVID19SouthAfrica https://t.co/fzfDppWJ
The risk-adjusted approach is about tough trade-offs on health and the economy. It is about balancing the interest and well-being of our nation. The call to #StayAtHomeSA is primarily about the health of our people and curbing of community transmissions. #COVID19SouthAfrica
Key Insights & Takeaways
He frequently addresses national issues such as Eskom, corruption, and the Coronavirus pandemic, showing a focus on public policy and governance. His tweets often include hashtags and links, indicating an effort to engage and inform his audience. He uses his platform to comment on government actions and public health developments, positioning himself as a political commentator.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 243,162
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @DDMabuza reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 243,162 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 897.9 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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