What has piqued the curiosity of millions of people in the Middle East and North Africa in 2024? Every year we dive deep into our data to identify the top trending Google searches of the year. These lists offer a glimpse into what captured the attention of people around the world throughout the year. From big news events and sports moments to popular personalities and cultural trends, these trending searches reflect the diverse interests and concerns of each region. For the Middle East and North Africa, 2024 was a year of diverse interests and burning questions.

Saudi Arabia

Football remained the undisputed king in Saudi Arabia, and the fierce rivalry between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr generated passionate searches. But beyond the noise of the stadiums, the most searched figure in 2024 was the late Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen, as Saudi Arabia remembered his life’s achievements. It is worth noting that a different kind of curiosity emerged. Saudis turned to Google Search to delve deeper into their heritage, asking questions like “What is the total tourism spending in Asir?”, “What year was oil discovered in Saudi Arabia?” and “What are the main pillars of Vision 2030?”. to achieve a successful future for Saudi Arabia?” This thirst for knowledge reflects a nation that wants to understand its past and shape its future.