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2026.01.2009:30:00UTC+00South Africa's Mining Production Declines by 8.8% YoY in November 2025

In a shift within the mining sector, South Africa's mining production saw a significant decline in November 2025, dropping by 8.8% compared to the previous year's figures. This decline follows an unexpected shift from the 6.1% growth recorded in October 2025 and brings the current indicator to a stark -2.7%.

The drop, confirmed by data updated on January 20, 2026, reflects the volatile nature of the mining industry in the region, which has underpinned much of the country's economic output. Factors contributing to this decline are likely complex, potentially involving fluctuating global commodity prices, operational challenges, or changes in policy impacting the mining sector.

This downturn highlights the challenges facing South Africa's economy, as mining is a crucial component of the national GDP and employment. Stakeholders within the industry and government bodies will need to assess strategies to stabilize and potentially reverse this trend to ensure long-term mining sector sustainability and growth.

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