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WATCH: Why the slowdown in mining activity eased in August

RMB economist Mpho Molopyane talks to Business Day TV about the latest mining production data

14 October 2020 - 08:45
by Business Day TV
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The slowdown in mining production eased in August, with output falling 3.3% compared with the 6.5% contraction in July.

Business Day TV spoke to RMB economist Mpho Molopyane.

RMB economist Mpho Molopyane talks to Business Day TV about the latest mining output activity

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