Bedclothes and table and kitchen linen and towels

The market for bedclothes and linen in Mpumalanga is worth about R8.2 million, which is a decent size for a niche market. Unfortunately, it's not growing, with zero year-on-year growth, so you'll need to compete for a share of the existing market. With only 9 suppliers currently active in this space, it's relatively uncrowded, which could favour your organisation if you can offer something unique. The Department of Public Works and other government departments are looking to allocate a significant portion of their spend to black-owned businesses, with about 59% of the budget going to these companies, so having a strong black economic empowerment programme in place will be crucial. If I were you, I'd focus on developing a robust B-BBEE level and building relationships with the 3 key departments in Mpumalanga to increase your chances of securing contracts.