Savvy Games Group and Saudi Esports Federation Sign MoU to boost Saudi Arabia esports sector

Savvy Games Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Esports Federation to help build up the esports sector in Saudi Arabia. 

Savvy said it will work with stakeholders in the KSA's ecosystem to develop esports-related training and awareness programmes as part of its contribution to achieving Vision 2030 objectives. 

The MoU will also create internship opportunities for graduates of the Saudi Esports Academy to promote careers in gaming. 

Creating new opportunities 

“Together we will focus on developing esports-related training and awareness programs, helping the Saudi Esports Academy graduates on career progression in the industry, and nurture existing and emerging talent in esports," said Savvy Games Group in a post. 

“This is another example of how we are working with key stakeholders in our domestic ecosystem to continue contributing to the delivery of Vision 2030 objectives and help transform the Kingdom into a global games and esports hub."

The Saudi Esports Federation also posted: “The partnership includes joint efforts to develop training and awareness programs, explore employment and, and launch other initiatives designed to build a sustainable and thriving ecosystem."

“This agreement marks an important step toward achieving the goals of Vision 2030 by investing in human capital and establishing an integrated framework for the growth of esports in the Kingdom." 

Earlier this month, we spoke with Savvy CEO Brian Ward about the company's acquisition of Pokémon Go developer Niantic and its plans outside of mobile.