Sports equipment and accessories

The market for sports equipment and accessories in Mpumalanga is worth about R939,000, which is a decent size. However, it's not growing at the moment, with zero year-over-year growth, so you'll need to compete for a share of the existing market. It's relatively uncrowded, with only 4 suppliers currently operating in this space, and the Department of Education and possibly the Department of Sport are likely the main buyers. The good news is that there's a strong emphasis on supporting black-owned, women-owned, and youth-owned businesses, with over 80% of the spend going to black-owned companies. If you're considering entering this market, start by looking into the B-BBEE requirements and how your business can meet them to increase your chances of success.