Account Summary

Bio
CULTIVATING CURIOSITY AROUND THE CULTURES & HISTORIES OF THE ARAB WORLD. 📍 Events in 30 locations globally 🎧 Daily afikra Podcast Episodes 🎓afikra Academy
Followers Count
8,678
Friends Count
138
Tweets Count
2,798
List Count
50
Location
Global + Online
Verified
No
Followers Analysis (based on followers sample)
Verified
Number of Verified accounts
288
Percentage of Verified accounts
3.76%
Protected
Number of Protected accounts
1,357
Percentage of Protected accounts
17.73%
Age
Average Age of Twitter accounts
8 years
Bios
Number of users without a Bio
1,847
Number of users with a Bio
5,807
Percentage of users with a Bio
75.87%
Percentage of users without a Bio
24.13%
Worldcloud of Bios

Top 10 followers with the highest follower count
Username | Followers Count | Friends Count | Tweet Count |
---|---|---|---|
amrmsalama | 2712180 | 1549 | 12652 |
f9oo | 1901619 | 1011 | 31909 |
soledadobrien | 1320030 | 422700 | 124706 |
ulil | 810901 | 8641 | 149491 |
FayrouzKarawya | 776931 | 1060 | 13756 |
lapatina_ | 626542 | 593 | 4213 |
abusulayman | 580003 | 5080 | 177427 |
SultanAlQassemi | 485018 | 6351 | 117381 |
Dima_Khatib | 383931 | 2939 | 128976 |
Rawaak | 361993 | 2089 | 38370 |
Top 10 followers with the highest following count
Username | Friends Count | Followers Count | Tweet Count |
---|---|---|---|
soledadobrien | 422700 | 1320030 | 124706 |
robtswthrayguns | 285640 | 259722 | 86078 |
shomaristone | 171876 | 231631 | 27675 |
laurentbaheux | 140206 | 247834 | 23175 |
Dr_Rafizadeh | 125836 | 122356 | 9932 |
madverse | 116300 | 133066 | 1741 |
ChrisMattCook | 114787 | 115187 | 1650 |
bdnews24 | 98671 | 223129 | 1322408 |
GoodpodsHQ | 95872 | 94669 | 9861 |
HayekMG | 51340 | 223581 | 17020 |
Top 10 followers with the highest tweet count
Username | Tweets Count | Followers Count | Friends Count |
---|---|---|---|
bdnews24 | 1322408 | 223129 | 98671 |
iamrana | 457902 | 123609 | 2382 |
IMcMillan | 416289 | 63312 | 21954 |
ReSinanian | 384684 | 525 | 4057 |
GeromanAT | 368649 | 86331 | 2298 |
dukana2 | 334076 | 14715 | 13328 |
cairowire | 331431 | 34548 | 4006 |
PhD_Q8i | 317118 | 22596 | 13233 |
Cairo67Unedited | 250008 | 60107 | 735 |
morgana_alybaba | 247943 | 1871 | 2978 |
Top 10 followers with the highest listed count
Username | Listed Count | Friends Count | Followers Count |
---|---|---|---|
soledadobrien | 10592 | 422700 | 1320030 |
lapatina_ | 6858 | 593 | 626542 |
SultanAlQassemi | 4626 | 6351 | 485018 |
bencnn | 3730 | 2621 | 120135 |
Dima_Khatib | 3237 | 2939 | 383931 |
shadihamid | 3219 | 4746 | 148341 |
laurentbaheux | 2626 | 140206 | 247834 |
KarlreMarks | 2204 | 1173 | 195638 |
typedirectors | 2135 | 3652 | 65729 |
KimGhattas | 1952 | 2995 | 88741 |
Tweets Analysis
Overview
Total number of tweets analysed
500
Earliest tweet was on
2022-11-29
Latest tweet was on
2023-04-11
Tweets covering
132 days
Types of Tweets
Number of Retweets
6
Percentage of total tweets
1%
Number of Original tweets
474
Percentage of total tweets
94%
Number of tweets that contain Mentions
113
Percentage of total tweets
22%
Number of tweets that were Replies
20
Percentage of total tweets
4%
Number of tweets that were Quotes
0
Percentage of total tweets
0%
Number of tweets that contain Hashtags
167
Percentage of total tweets
33%
Top 10 tweets with highest Retweet count
ID | Text | Retweet count |
---|---|---|
1601562664932712448 | Umm Kulthoum paid a visit to Fairouz’s hotel after she heard that the singer would be hosting a concert in Cairo. They exchanged greetings and compliments and talked about how much they admire each other’s work, 1966. https://t.co/ETr7ZkSDkz | 192 |
1626522286021910529 | The word "Jasmine" comes from the Persian ya'smeen, meaning "a gift from God." Damascus—Syria's capital city—has earned its nickname as "the City of Jasmines," with walls and parks blanketed in blooming jasmine. 📸: From Damascus https://t.co/HUiokR70B8 | 49 |
1607723278948261889 | The Palace of Buqshan was built in 1955 and was untouched for nearly 40 years until it was renovated in the early 2000s. This Yemeni building is very well known due to its stunning architecture and now provides a form of accommodation to visitors. 📸 Building Design https://t.co/cc1KECA3yL | 45 |
1605292377694154752 | This painting that depicts a human and cow date back to 3,500-2,500 B.C! They can be found on the Laas Geel cave formations on the rural outskirts of Hargeisa, Somaliland. They are considered to be one of the earliest cave paintings known to man. 📸 Bradshaw Foundation https://t.co/E3r7Sg3oUu | 43 |
1628470493035503621 | Cola came to Kuwait from Europe and the US in the early 1900s, became a national drink during the 1970s boom, and was restricted during the 1990 Gulf War. This resulted in a rise of locally produced soft drinks, including new cola brands by Kuwaiti entrepreneurs. https://t.co/9Cu9ghNVlu | 40 |
1610728348879130625 | Iftah Ya Simsim premiered in Kuwait on September 14, 1979, and was broadcast in 22 Arabic-speaking countries, running until June 23, 1989. In the interview with Naila Farouky told us that after the Iraq invasion of Kuwait, most records of the show were destroyed. https://t.co/wRBgsL31DV | 33 |
1625427332327432192 | Cinema Odeon was located in Cairo’s old downtown theatre district. It was specialized in Russian and Italian films in the early 1950s. The center of the façade features finishes in both stucco and glass in an Art Moderne style. 📷: Cinema Odeon, Alexandria, 1960s https://t.co/zZvECuTAVJ | 30 |
1614351966188060675 | Portrait of Taos Amrouche - the Algerian singer and first Algerian woman to publish a novel - dressed in traditional white Djellaba, Kabyle jewelry and a chaoui necklace with a silver made Khamsa pendant, 1960s. https://t.co/YwPj0mfl9L | 29 |
1639235995752341507 | Did you know that the Arab world has a rich history of journalism that dates back centuries? The first newspaper in the region, "الوقائع المصرية," was published in Egypt in 1828, and since then, journalism has played a crucial role in shaping public opinion. https://t.co/d32v7RWCmx | 25 |
1633364563373481987 | 🎧️ WED: Iconic Palestinian Artist @suleimanmanso13 has spent a lifetime inspiring people all over the world with the power of his art. You don't want to miss this conversation. EPISODE LIVE HERE: https://t.co/EdJvHrvzqL #art #palestine #solidarity https://t.co/3KyiD8Pkpq | 24 |
Top 10 tweets with highest Reply count
ID | Text | Reply count |
---|---|---|
1625213390611161089 | The Four Seasons or "الفصول الأربعة" is a Syrian social drama about the daily life of a Damascene family and its members. Produced between 1999–2002, it was beloved by audiences throughout the Arab world for its richly drawn characters. What's your favorite Syrian drama? https://t.co/FFMscjpyVl | 19 |
1617462567420719104 | 🎧️ MONDAY: Professor George Saliba talks about works of Muslim astronomers and scholars and how they shape modern-day science. Live at https://t.co/lFEqckf8a4 #afikra #afikraConversations #Islam #IslamicScience #podcast https://t.co/ZFkP1DoDzm | 8 |
1617924112650850304 | Can you guess what language the word شطرنج comes from? Also do you know the story of where the phrase "Check Mate" came from? #chess #language #arabic https://t.co/1HZ7D4N4hf | 7 |
1621945594406109187 | Kleicha is a traditional Iraqi crumbly dough swirl filled with dates. These Iraqi date cookies are similar to ma’moul as they are made with white flour, butter, and yeast. Have you had them before? 🥮 https://t.co/Dbt6tauSGO | 7 |
1600883371067965441 | Can you guess what these iconic structures from the 1970s do? Comment below with the country and guess the purpose. https://t.co/V78nYgNoMi | 6 |
1638888698673778688 | What do you call an orange in Arabic? 🍊🤔 Is it برتقال (burtuqal), Shamouti, or something else? Let us know in the comments! #Arabic #language #orange” https://t.co/uu9UYeBpW5 | 6 |
1605292377694154752 | This painting that depicts a human and cow date back to 3,500-2,500 B.C! They can be found on the Laas Geel cave formations on the rural outskirts of Hargeisa, Somaliland. They are considered to be one of the earliest cave paintings known to man. 📸 Bradshaw Foundation https://t.co/E3r7Sg3oUu | 5 |
1602287545806737408 | There are so many names for the pipe that she is smoking. What do you call it (and where are you from)? https://t.co/kJYLnMAsxE | 5 |
1617145427014389762 | 🌳 Can you guess where this beautiful village is? https://t.co/mdvg9plFV4 | 4 |
1633729538550300672 | During the Intifada, there was a movement to only use Palestinian products. So, Sliman Mansour responded by using the earth's soil to make art as a form of resistance. https://t.co/CSHCkNwvd0 | 4 |
Top 10 tweets with highest Quote count
ID | Text | Quote count |
---|---|---|
1601562664932712448 | Umm Kulthoum paid a visit to Fairouz’s hotel after she heard that the singer would be hosting a concert in Cairo. They exchanged greetings and compliments and talked about how much they admire each other’s work, 1966. https://t.co/ETr7ZkSDkz | 48 |
1620830479388741658 | Samoon (صمون) is a traditional Iraqi flatbread that is baked in stone ovens. It is garnished with sesame seeds and can be enjoyed with a variety of Iraqi food such as kebab, shawarma, and hummus. https://t.co/H5FfbakAnx | 20 |
1625213390611161089 | The Four Seasons or "الفصول الأربعة" is a Syrian social drama about the daily life of a Damascene family and its members. Produced between 1999–2002, it was beloved by audiences throughout the Arab world for its richly drawn characters. What's your favorite Syrian drama? https://t.co/FFMscjpyVl | 12 |
1628364674621136896 | Makdous is a traditional Middle Eastern dish consisting of small eggplants stuffed with a mixture of walnuts, garlic, and spices. This appetizer is typically pickled in olive oil, giving it a slightly spicy flavor. Makdous is a popular dish in the region. 📷: Alphafoodie https://t.co/v0tPQwRegC | 12 |
1621945594406109187 | Kleicha is a traditional Iraqi crumbly dough swirl filled with dates. These Iraqi date cookies are similar to ma’moul as they are made with white flour, butter, and yeast. Have you had them before? 🥮 https://t.co/Dbt6tauSGO | 11 |
1632826028690210816 | Atayef with ashta is a delicious Middle Eastern dessert that is typically served during Ramadan. It is famous in Lebanon. The dish consists of small, pancake-like pastries that are filled with a sweet, creamy cheese called ashta and then drizzled with syrup. 📷: Cuisine AZ https://t.co/4KiImUWbno | 7 |
1628470493035503621 | Cola came to Kuwait from Europe and the US in the early 1900s, became a national drink during the 1970s boom, and was restricted during the 1990 Gulf War. This resulted in a rise of locally produced soft drinks, including new cola brands by Kuwaiti entrepreneurs. https://t.co/9Cu9ghNVlu | 4 |
1633166074320687104 | Meet our Boston presenters! Bring some snacks and come meet the afikra community while enjoying some amazing presentations with us 😄 Don't forget to RSVP: https://t.co/dwE0pZrUAk https://t.co/oxceL2t5K9 | 4 |
1615416398729052160 | Anyone else remember the Iraqi Superman with a moustache 🥸 and instead of an S on his chest he had a خ (for خارق)? #comics #superman #iraq https://t.co/QRB6UEaEDq | 3 |
1629013462302044163 | 🎧️ FRIDAY: Dina Rizk Khoury shares her views about the Ottoman Empire's interactions with the British and French and clothing and laws were used to maintain control, which led to the creation of some of the first passports. EPISODE LIVE HERE: https://t.co/4WCPtlynBe https://t.co/3j6z7pdzBX | 3 |
Top 10 tweets with highest Like count
ID | Text | Like count |
---|---|---|
1601562664932712448 | Umm Kulthoum paid a visit to Fairouz’s hotel after she heard that the singer would be hosting a concert in Cairo. They exchanged greetings and compliments and talked about how much they admire each other’s work, 1966. https://t.co/ETr7ZkSDkz | 1457 |
1625213390611161089 | The Four Seasons or "الفصول الأربعة" is a Syrian social drama about the daily life of a Damascene family and its members. Produced between 1999–2002, it was beloved by audiences throughout the Arab world for its richly drawn characters. What's your favorite Syrian drama? https://t.co/FFMscjpyVl | 308 |
1626522286021910529 | The word "Jasmine" comes from the Persian ya'smeen, meaning "a gift from God." Damascus—Syria's capital city—has earned its nickname as "the City of Jasmines," with walls and parks blanketed in blooming jasmine. 📸: From Damascus https://t.co/HUiokR70B8 | 285 |
1607723278948261889 | The Palace of Buqshan was built in 1955 and was untouched for nearly 40 years until it was renovated in the early 2000s. This Yemeni building is very well known due to its stunning architecture and now provides a form of accommodation to visitors. 📸 Building Design https://t.co/cc1KECA3yL | 259 |
1625427332327432192 | Cinema Odeon was located in Cairo’s old downtown theatre district. It was specialized in Russian and Italian films in the early 1950s. The center of the façade features finishes in both stucco and glass in an Art Moderne style. 📷: Cinema Odeon, Alexandria, 1960s https://t.co/zZvECuTAVJ | 215 |
1628470493035503621 | Cola came to Kuwait from Europe and the US in the early 1900s, became a national drink during the 1970s boom, and was restricted during the 1990 Gulf War. This resulted in a rise of locally produced soft drinks, including new cola brands by Kuwaiti entrepreneurs. https://t.co/9Cu9ghNVlu | 206 |
1621945594406109187 | Kleicha is a traditional Iraqi crumbly dough swirl filled with dates. These Iraqi date cookies are similar to ma’moul as they are made with white flour, butter, and yeast. Have you had them before? 🥮 https://t.co/Dbt6tauSGO | 155 |
1610728348879130625 | Iftah Ya Simsim premiered in Kuwait on September 14, 1979, and was broadcast in 22 Arabic-speaking countries, running until June 23, 1989. In the interview with Naila Farouky told us that after the Iraq invasion of Kuwait, most records of the show were destroyed. https://t.co/wRBgsL31DV | 125 |
1614351966188060675 | Portrait of Taos Amrouche - the Algerian singer and first Algerian woman to publish a novel - dressed in traditional white Djellaba, Kabyle jewelry and a chaoui necklace with a silver made Khamsa pendant, 1960s. https://t.co/YwPj0mfl9L | 116 |
1620830479388741658 | Samoon (صمون) is a traditional Iraqi flatbread that is baked in stone ovens. It is garnished with sesame seeds and can be enjoyed with a variety of Iraqi food such as kebab, shawarma, and hummus. https://t.co/H5FfbakAnx | 113 |
Top 3 Languages Used In Tweets

Top 10 Hashtags used
Hashtag | Count |
---|---|
#afikrapodcast | 23 |
#afikra | 15 |
#afikraconversations | 15 |
#podcast | 14 |
#art | 8 |
#palestine | 8 |
#food | 7 |
#iraq | 7 |
#music | 6 |
#matbakh | 6 |
Top 10 Hashtags Used In Tweets

Top 10 mentions
Hashtag | Count |
---|---|
@amindora | 5 |
@khttnet | 5 |
@vanessapaloma | 5 |
@amrmsalama | 5 |
@nadir_nahdi | 4 |
@philipjuma | 4 |
@khaledbarakeh | 4 |
@assil_reem | 4 |
@ghandour_ag | 4 |
@karimhaidarchef | 4 |
Top 10 mentions

Wordcloud of Tweets

Emojis used in tweets
Emoji | Count | Emoji Text |
---|---|---|
📷 | 79 | camera |
📸 | 65 | camera_with_flash |
👉 | 37 | backhand_index_pointing_right |
🎧 | 26 | headphone |
📅 | 15 | calendar |
▶️ | 13 | play_button |
💭 | 13 | thought_balloon |
🍉 | 10 | watermelon |
❤️ | 8 | red_heart |
📚 | 7 | books |
Emojis groups
Emoji Group | Count |
---|---|
Objects | 227 |
Smileys & Emotion | 50 |
People & Body | 48 |
Food & Drink | 24 |
Symbols | 15 |
Activities | 14 |
Travel & Places | 11 |
Flags | 6 |
Animals & Nature | 2 |