This weekend marks the beginning of The Esports Future Summit in Jordan, wrapping up a week of events as part of the 2024 Jordan Gaming Summit.
Throughout the week, various workshops and talks have highlighted the significance of gaming and esports in Jordan and their impact on the global gaming community. The events have included sports and games exhibitions in collaboration with international and local companies, discussion sessions with global and local esports experts, professionals, and leaders, as well as interactive activities and showcases to showcase local talent and their potential in the international esports scene.
More than 400 participants, including esports enthusiasts and professional gamers, gathered for a day filled with exciting activities and events.
Collaborating for a Good Cause
Yesterday, Nour Khrais, the founder and CEO of Maysalward, joined Ahmed Al-Hanandah from the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship to sign an agreement to launch a summer camp program for schools across Jordan. This program aims to provide training and build capacity in mobile game development among young students as part of the Youth, Technology, & Jobs Project.
The program is open to 150 public school students from grades 9 to 11, representing all regions: North, Middle, and South. This initiative by Khrais and Maysalward seeks to promote coding skills and creativity within Jordan.
On LinkedIn, Maysalward stated: “Our goal with this summer camp is to inspire and nurture the next generation of game developers. Students will have the chance to learn about game design, coding, and creativity in engaging and practical ways. We are committed to providing a foundational platform where young talents can flourish and turn their digital ideas into reality.”
Grand Finale
The excitement continues in Petra tomorrow with more special events before moving to Aquaba from April 26th to 28th for the Esports Future Summit. Over 15 speakers will share their expertise on establishing and promoting esports, starting with a keynote address titled “The Kingdom of Jordan is Becoming a Home for Esports” by HRH Prince Omar Bin Faisal.
Make sure to explore the full schedule of activities for this upcoming weekend here.
