What is the name of the world's deepest gold mine?

The world’s deepest gold mine is Mponeng Gold Mine in South Africa.

Mponeng lies in the West Wits region near Carletonville, southwest of Johannesburg. Its workings extend to roughly 4 kilometers below the surface, making it an extreme example of deep-level underground mining. The mine is operated by Harmony Gold Mining Company.

The original twin shafts began sinking in 1981, and the mine and its gold-processing plant were commissioned in 1986. Mining at such depth requires elaborate cooling and ventilation because rock temperatures rise substantially underground. Ice slurries and chilled water help make the working environment survivable.

TauTona is a frequent mistaken answer because it was once widely described as the world’s deepest mine. Grasberg is famous for its enormous gold and copper production, but it is not the deepest gold mine. Mponeng’s record can change if another operation develops farther underground, so the date of the claim matters.