Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and Savvy Games Group signed on Monday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop national talent, build career pathways, and support the growth of startups in the gaming and esports sector. The agreement, signed on the sidelines of the tech event LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, aims to contribute to the development of the sector and boost its competitiveness. The MoU establishes a framework for cooperation between the two sides to leverage MCIT's talent pool and programs. It also provides for expanded collaboration with national academies, particularly Tuwaiq Academy and the Saudi Digital Academy, to equip national talent with the skills and expertise required in the labor market. The areas of cooperation include delivering Savvy Academy's Next-Gen program through national academies, helping raise awareness of career pathways and employment opportunities in gaming and esports. The cooperation will also make the Masterclasses program available to participants in the ministry's programs to develop their technical and professional skills and bolster their readiness to join the sector. The MoU also provides for the integration of Savvy Academy's Nine66 Incubator Program with the Center of Digital Entrepreneurship incubator, expanding support for entrepreneurs and improving startups' access to specialized programs, expertise, and growth opportunities in the gaming sector.
