Restaurants and catering

The market for restaurants and catering in Mpumalanga is worth about R13 million, which is a decent size. However, it's not growing at the moment, with zero year-on-year growth, so you'll need to compete for a share of the existing pie. With 239 suppliers already in the mix, it's a fairly crowded space, and you'll need to stand out to get noticed by the 11 government departments that are buying. It's also worth noting that the government is favouring businesses with a strong black economic empowerment profile, with nearly 58% of the allocation going to black-owned businesses. If I were you, I'd focus on building a strong B-BBEE level and networking with the key departments in Mpumalanga to get a foothold in this market.