Riyadh: The Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) announced its contribution to the employment of 267,000 Saudi citizens in the private sector during the first half of 2025, marking a 74% growth compared to the same period in 2024. This achievement aligns with the fund's strategic role in supporting Saudi Vision 2030 and the Labor Market Strategy.
According to Saudi Press Agency, over 1.45 million beneficiaries participated in the fund's training, empowerment, and guidance programs during this period, which aim to enhance the skills and competitiveness of Saudi professionals. The total expenditure on these programs during the first half of 2025 amounted to more than SAR3.77 billion, representing a significant national investment in human capital.
The number of establishments benefiting from HRDF services also grew by 36%, exceeding 136,000 businesses. Notably, 94% of these were small, medium, and micro enterprises, highlighting the fund's crucial role in supporting the growth and stability of the private sector.