Over the last decade, gaming has become one of the world’s most dynamic cultural and economic sectors. With a market value approaching 300 billion dollars, it attracts millions of players and professionals. In Morocco, the industry is booming. The local games market is valued at 2.24 billion dirhams, with professional developers and players beginning to make their mark on the international scene.
Electronic games represent a captivating world that attracts a wide segment of young people. With a market value of nearly $300 billion, they have become a dynamic field that combines creativity, technology and culture. This industry encompasses several sectors with significant numbers of employees and economic value, making it one of the most prominent modern cultural industries. Recognising its growing role, the Kingdom of Morocco, where the local gaming market is valued at 2.24 billion dirhams, is investing in the development of this sector through a national strategy led by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, with the aim of strengthening its presence and achieving sustainable sociocultural and economic returns.
It is possible to reverse the trend of brain drain because games are the art of storytelling and they draw from our cultures, imaginations, and memories.
Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Culture
For many young Moroccans, gaming is more than just a hobby; it’s a gateway to promising careers. The government estimates that by 2030 the sector will generate more than 6,000 direct jobs in over 70 professions. These roles will cover areas such as 2D and 3D animation, game programming, sound design and marketing.
The gaming industry bring a lot of opportunities into an ecosystem is an industry that brings together all skill sets including both extreme art and science so we work with musicians work with artists work with programmers work with any Industries where the game is scaled to.
Eyram Tawia, Co-founder and CEO of Leti Arts
With its young population, rich cultural assets and forward-thinking economic strategies, Morocco is well placed to become a hub for gaming in Africa. This burgeoning sector, which combines creativity and technological innovation, offers interesting opportunities in terms of investment, employment and cultural diplomacy.
