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PHOTOS: Fire destroys over 400 stalls at Kumasi Race Course market

A fire outbreak at the Race Course Market in Kumasi has resulted in the destruction of over 400 shops and goods worth millions of cedis.

The inferno, which began in the early hours of Monday morning, has wreaked havoc and the affected traders are counting their loses.

The fire engulfed countless stalls and warehouses filled with foodstuffs.

Despite the valiant efforts of firefighters and emergency responders, the blaze continued to rage on.

Some affected traders who spoke to Adom News said they are grappling with the loss of their livelihoods and means of sustenance.

The extent of the damage is yet to be fully assessed, but initial reports from the fire officers suggest that the financial toll is staggering.

The fire officers urged residents and business owners in the area to exercise caution and observe proper fire measures.

Meanwhile, investigations are underway to identify the cause of the fire.

The affected traders have called for help from the government in ensuring their recovery.

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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