RIYADH: The Human Resources Development Fund announced record achievements in employment and training support during 2025, with its programs contributing to the employment of more than 562,000 Saudi citizens in private sector establishments, an increase of 29 percent compared to 2024.
It also revealed that total spending on training, empowerment, and mentorship programs in the same year exceeded SR8.29 billion ($2.21 billion), benefiting more than 2 million Saudi citizens.
This investment has strengthened professional readiness and ensured closer alignment between workforce skills and the needs of emerging and high-growth sectors.
On this occasion, HRDF Director General Turki Al-Jawini underscored the fund’s continued commitment to developing and expanding its programs to promote sustainable employment and increase the productivity of national talent.
“The continuous growth in the number of beneficiaries reflects the success of the fund’s strategic transformation in maximizing economic and social impact,” he said, adding that the growth comes as a testament to the organization’s position as a strategic pillar in developing national capabilities.
