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August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

Fire Breaks Out at Accra Tourist Information Centre

A fire has broken out at the Accra Tourist Information Centre, located opposite the popular Afrikiko restaurant. Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) are currently on the scene working to control the blaze. The cause of the fire, which

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025

Fire Guts Pure FM Studio in Kumasi; No Injuries Reported

A late-night fire has destroyed the studios of Pure FM, one of Kumasi’s leading radio stations, forcing it off air indefinitely. The blaze, which broke out on Wednesday night, caused significant damage to broadcast equipment but no injuries were reported. Fire

July 9, 2025July 8, 2025

Fire-Related Deaths Surge by 33%, Injuries Nearly Triple in Ghana

Ghana is facing a disturbing increase in fire-related deaths and injuries, according to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). Between January and June 2025, 16 lives were lost to fire incidents, representing a 33% surge compared to the same period in

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Fire Guts Textile Shop at Lapaz Market, Owner Hospitalized

A fire broke out at a textile shop in the Lapaz Market in Accra on Sunday, April 27, leaving one person hospitalized. The blaze started on the top floor of the building, destroying bedding materials and other goods worth millions of

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

“The Fire in Him is Good for Kumasi” – Suame MP John Darko Supports Mayor’s Drive, Urges Moderation

Suame Member of Parliament, John Darko, has offered his perspective on the recent controversies surrounding the new Mayor of Kumasi, expressing his backing for the Mayor's ambition to bring order and cleanliness to the city, while also advising a more tempered

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Fire Destroys Dormitories At Labone Senior High School

A devastating fire has ravaged three girls’ dormitories at Labone Senior High School in Accra, leaving significant damage to the facilities. Emergency services, including the Ghana National Fire Service responded promptly to the scene and worked tirelessly to bring the situation

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025

Fire Breaks Out at Accra Newtown Near the Pentecost Church

A devastating fire broke out at Accra Newtown, close to the Pentecost Church, causing significant damage to property and raising concerns about safety in the area. The blaze, which began in the early hours of the morning, quickly spread, engulfing several

August 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Devastating Fire Razes Kwadaso Market

A devastating fire has razed parts of the Kwadaso market in the Ashanti region, consuming over 40 shops with their contents. The fire began in the early hours of Thursday, August 1, 2024. The traders at the M line of the

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Fire Destroys Nine-Bedroom Hostel At KNUST

A devastating fire engulfed a two-storey hostel at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), leaving students in a state of shock and despair. The blaze consumed the entire second floor of the nine-bedroom apartment, rendering the affected students

December 11, 2023December 11, 2023

Fire Destroys Over 50 Shops At Frenchline In Kumasi

It was a nightmare for some traders at Frenchline in Kumasi when their shops were burnt beyond salvage on Sunday morning. Not even the swift arrival of personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service could prevent the huge losses. The fire swept through over 50 metal