The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Savvy Games Group have signed a memorandum of understanding at LEAP 2026 aimed at developing Saudi talent in gaming and esports, building clear career pathways, and supporting startups in the sector.
Under the agreement, access to Savvy Academy's Next-Gen program and its Masterclasses will be expanded through Tuwaiq Academy and the Saudi Digital Academy. The move is designed to give learners in the Kingdom broader opportunities to build technical and professional skills in the growing games industry.
The partnership also brings together Savvy Academy's Nine66 Incubator and the ministry's Center of Digital Entrepreneurship incubator under a joint initiative called the Code-Nine66 Program. The combined effort focuses on nurturing startups and helping them grow.
What the programs cover
The programs span technical and professional skills, employment awareness, entrepreneurship, specialized industry expertise, and startup growth. Together, they aim to prepare local talent for roles across game development, esports, and related digital fields.
For residents and aspiring professionals in cities such as الرياض and جدة, the agreement signals more structured routes into one of the Kingdom's fastest-expanding creative and technology sectors. Interested participants can follow the relevant official channels — the ministry, Tuwaiq Academy, the Saudi Digital Academy, and Savvy Academy — for details on how to take part.
No fees, registration steps, or program timelines have been specified in the available announcement.
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