SOCALOCA is proud to announce that we have been selected as a standout startup to join the Web Summit Qatar 2026 Startup Programme, taking place in Doha, Qatar, from February 1–4, 2026.
SOCALOCA is a sports technology startup from Ghana building a football data platform for competitions worldwide. Being selected as a Web Summit Qatar startup marks an important milestone in our journey as we continue to scale our real-time football match data platform internationally.
Web Summit is one of the world’s leading technology conferences, bringing together founders, investors, policymakers, and global technology leaders from more than 100 countries. The Startup Programme recognises high-potential companies building innovative technology with global impact.
SOCALOCA Joins Web Summit Qatar 2026 in Doha
SOCALOCA’s participation in Web Summit Qatar 2026 positions the company among a select group of high-growth startups chosen to showcase their technology on a global stage.
The event will bring together thousands of founders, venture capital firms, technology partners and decision-makers from across the international technology ecosystem.
For SOCALOCA, this represents a key opportunity to present our work to:
- Global investors and venture capital firms
- Football federations, leagues and competition organisers
- Technology and data partners
- Media and sports industry leaders
Learn more about how SOCALOCA supports tournament organisers and professional competitions worldwide.
What SOCALOCA Will Be Showcasing in Doha
At Web Summit Qatar 2026, SOCALOCA will showcase its real-time football match data platform and its growing ecosystem of data-driven marketplace.
Our technology enables football stakeholders to:
- Capture and distribute live, verified match data
- Maintain transparent and auditable competition records
- Monetise performance data responsibly
- Connect talent, clubs, sponsors and employers through the trusted SOCALOCA marketplace
This integrated approach, combining data, monetisation and the marketplace, is central to SOCALOCA’s long-term growth strategy.
You can explore our platform and marketplace products here:
- Live Match Data Solutions
- TransferLoca – Player transfers and recruitment
- TalentLoca – Talent discovery and profiles
- JobsLoca – Football careers
- SponsorLoca – Sponsorship opportunities
Representing Ghana and African Sports Technology on the Global Stage
SOCALOCA’s selection for Web Summit Qatar 2026 also highlights the growing impact of African sports technology startups on the global innovation landscape.
From Ghana to the international stage, this opportunity allows SOCALOCA to demonstrate how locally built technology can solve global problems in sports data, competition governance, and fan engagement.
SOCALOCA is part of a new generation of SportsTech Africa companies building globally relevant technology for the international sports industry.
Building Global Partnerships from Africa
During the event, SOCALOCA will be seeking to build partnerships with:
- International football governing bodies
- Professional leagues and competition organisers
- Sports data companies and broadcasters
- Strategic investors and technology partners
Attending Web Summit Qatar 2026?
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About SOCALOCA
SOCALOCA is a sports technology company based in Ghana, building real-time, verified match data solutions and a growing football data marketplace for stakeholders worldwide.
Our platform supports competition governance, enables data monetisation and connects talent, clubs, sponsors and employers across the global football ecosystem.
Learn more about SOCALOCA, our mission and our technology roadmap.
Our Mission and Technology
SOCALOCA’s mission is to protect the integrity of football competitions by ensuring that every key moment on the pitch is captured accurately, verified in real time, and delivered to everyone who depends on the game.
You can explore our full suite of football data solutions and product features on our website.