Middle East & Africa Online Advertising Market Size & Outlook

The online advertising market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 14,077.3 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 11.5% is expected of Middle East & Africa online advertising market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$6,552.4
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$14,077.3
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
11.5%
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Middle East & Africa

MEA online advertising market highlights

  • The MEA online advertising market generated a revenue of USD 6,552.4 million in 2023.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, display advertising was the largest revenue generating type in 2023.
  • Full-Screen Interstitials is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, UAE is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2030.


MEA data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 6,552.4 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 14,077.3 million
Growth rate11.5% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentDisplay advertising
Fastest growing segmentFull-Screen Interstitials
Historical data covered2018 - 2022
Base year for estimation2023
Forecast period covered2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationNative Advertising, Video Advertising, Display Advertising, Full-Screen Interstitials
Key market players worldwideAlphabet Inc Class A, Meta Platforms Inc Class A, Microsoft Corp, Amazon.com Inc, X (formerly Twitter), Tencent Holdings Ltd, Adobe Inc, AOL, Verizon Communications Inc, Baidu Inc ADR


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 2.4% of the global online advertising market in 2023.
  • Globally, North America is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 250,071.6 million by 2030.

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Middle East & Africa online advertising market outlook

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Display advertising was the largest segment with a revenue share of 23.77% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa online advertising market based on native advertising, video advertising, display advertising, full-screen interstitials covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The regional market has witnessed significant growth in recent years, driven by factors such as increasing internet penetration, smartphone adoption, and the rollout of 5G networks. Local advertising plays a crucial role in the MEA market, with businesses leveraging cultural nuances and preferences to effectively connect with their target audience.

For instance, brands in the region often incorporate local languages, traditions, and customs in their online ad campaigns to resonate with consumers on a more personal level. Furthermore, the diverse nature of the MEA region, encompassing countries with varying economic levels and cultural backgrounds, requires advertisers to tailor their strategies for specific markets.

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