25.02.2009 - Gold output in South Africa in 2008 fell to its lowest level since 1922 |
From Radionz.co.nz: The Chamber of Mines said on Tuesday gold output fell 13.6% to 220,127kg in 2008 - the lowest level since the 218,031kg in 1922. The sector accounts for about 2.5% of gross domestic product in South Africa. However, it is now the world's number three producer behind China and the United States..... Full Article: Source |