Printing and publishing equipment

The market for printing and publishing equipment in the Eastern Cape is worth about R47 million, which is a decent size. Unfortunately, it's not growing, with zero year-on-year growth, so you'll need to compete for a share of the existing market. It's also a relatively crowded space, with 28 suppliers already working with 8 different government departments in the province. The good news is that there's a strong favour towards black-owned businesses, with about 76% of the allocation going to them, so if your business fits that criteria, you may have a competitive edge. If I were you, I'd focus on building relationships with the key departments in the Eastern Cape, such as the Department of Education and Health, to increase your chances of securing a contract.