eNCA
eNCA is SA’s top ranked trusted TV news channel. *Source: Reuters Digital News Report 2022. Find us on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Online | #DStv403
4,249,390
Followers
706
Following
435,527
Tweets
44.0
Avg Engagement
3,083
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @eNCA'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: Mega Influencer (1M+)
- Account Age:2011-05-19
- Verification:No
- Location:South Africa
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:33.6
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:10.3
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetseNCA's tweets typically receive an average of 1,902 likes and 689 retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. The channel's use of breaking news and high-profile stories drives consistent engagement.
33.6
Avg Likes/Tweet
10.3
Avg Retweets/Tweet
109,349
Total Likes
33,569
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
12
Median Likes
2
Median Retweets
31
75th Percentile
5,352
Top Tweet
0.01
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
95.5%
Original
0.0%
Replies
4.5%
Retweets
0.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.1%
With Media
96.9%
With Links
42.3%
With #Tags
13.3%
With @Mentions
0.0%
With Emojis
129
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.0
Reply/Original Ratio
0.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
74.3%
Weekday Posts
25.7%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 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 145 retweets (4% 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 3,250 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 followersThe primary audience includes South Africans interested in local news, politics, and crime. The channel also reaches a broader audience through its association with major news events and public figures.
Below Average
Audience Quality
46.7%
Suspicion Index
80.2%
Low-Quality %
1
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
81.3%
Empty Bio
88.0%
<10 Tweets
1.0%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
76.2%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
98.0%
No URL
79.1%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
2,871,070
Total Potential Reach
1
Median Follower Reach
5
75th Percentile Reach
0.7%
>1K followers
0.1%
>10K followers
0.0%
>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).
4.4%
Creators
2,190 accounts
7.6%
Consumers
3,804 accounts
88.0%
Dormant
44,006 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):
45
Verified Followers
0.04% of total
4,413
Protected Accounts
4.37% of total
1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| @SSscoop475 | 241,464 | Activist | World Peace, Civil Rights, Tibetan Buddhism |
| @saveourseas | 160,790 | Conservation | oceans, research, conservation |
| @travisa850 | 126,057 | Cannabis Advocate | Cannabis, GreenLove, Travel |
| @Pree_Mo | 124,156 | - | - |
| @afowler06 | 108,214 | Professional Boxer | Boxing, Olympics, Professional Fighting |
| @Jeandre_Goliath | 105,940 | Activist | BlackLivesMatter, LGBTQ+, Revolution |
| @jeffkagan | 92,257 | Industry Analyst | Wireless, 5G, IoT |
| @Adamitv | 89,471 | Journalist | Current Affairs, Activism, Social Media |
| @HsynKrdy | 87,675 | Multitalented | Music, Production, Radio Broadcasting |
| @whatonnetflix | 82,224 | Entertainment News | TV shows, Movies, News |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
18,902
Followers With Bio
82,097
Followers Without Bio
18.72%
% With Bio
81.28%
% 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 3,250 analyzed17,163
Combined Engagement
12,414
Total Likes
4,749
Total Retweets
3,433
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
40%
With Hashtags
0%
With @Mentions
60%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
[BREAKING NEWS] Correctional services department says DNA results have revealed the burnt body at Mangaung Prison is not that of Thabo Bester. It says Bester escaped prison and is appealing to the public to help find him. https://t.co/W1KZeAqPGd
[BREAKING NEWS] Convicted rapist, murderer and fugitive Thabo Bester re-arrested. #eNCA #DStv403 https://t.co/8SEwEuDYvn
Court rules EFF shutdown can go ahead in Cape Town https://t.co/ghx3bttQZ7
[BREAKING NEWS] Sars is unable to comply with the DA request for access to records related to Phala Phala farm theft in terms of the promotion of the access to information act. Sars says it was unable to find the requested records despite taking all reasonable steps to do so. htt
[BREAKING NEWS] President Cyril Ramaphosa has deployed 3,474 SANDF members countrywide. Soldiers will be working with SAPS for the prevention of crime and preservation of law and order. Deployment is set to cost over R166m and will be in place until 17 April 2023. #Today #DStv403
Key Insights & Takeaways
eNCA prioritizes breaking news and major political developments, which drives high engagement. The channel often shares updates related to criminal cases and public figures, which resonate with its audience. Its use of hashtags and links to additional content enhances visibility and encourages further interaction.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 4,249,390
- + 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 @eNCA reveals an growing Twitter presence with 4,249,390 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 44.0 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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