Restaurants and catering

The market for restaurants and catering in KwaZulu Natal is a substantial one, with the government spending about R103 million in this space. This market is relatively stable, with no year-on-year growth, which could indicate that it's a mature market with established players. With 189 suppliers already catering to 12 different government departments, it's a fairly crowded space, and to succeed, your organisation would need to favour businesses that are black-owned, as they receive about 58% of the allocation, as well as women-owned and youth-owned businesses, which receive about 36% and 15% respectively. If I were you, I'd focus on building relationships with the key departments in KwaZulu Natal, such as the Department of Education and Health, to increase your chances of securing a contract. Here's what I'd do next, I'd analyse the current suppliers and identify areas where your business can offer a unique programme or service to differentiate yourself from the competition.