Printed media

In Mpumalanga, the printed media market is worth about R126 million, which is a decent size. However, it's not growing, with zero year-on-year growth, so you'll need to compete for a share of this existing market. With 15 suppliers already in the mix, it's a relatively crowded space, but there is a silver lining - the government is committed to supporting black-owned businesses, with about 69% of the spend going to these organisations. To get a foot in the door, consider ensuring your B-BBEE level is up to date, as this could give you a competitive edge. Now would be a good time to review your organisation's B-BBEE status and see where you can improve to take advantage of this allocation.