Renowned Ghanaian actor Mawuli Semevo is reportedly fighting for his life after a fire broke out in his home.
According to a video shared by Beyond Burns International, an NGO dedicated to providing support for burn victims, the incident left the veteran actor with severe burns and respiratory injuries that have left him unable to breathe properly.
A representative of the organisation, Judith Addison, who spoke in the video, said Semevo was asleep when the fire erupted, leaving him with no time to escape unscathed.
The flames engulfed his entire body, from his head to his legs, resulting in the loss of all his hair and significant damage to his face.
“He has suffered burns up to 44% of his body. He has respiratory injuries and cannot breathe properly,” she stated.
Doctors are working tirelessly to stabilise him, and he is set to be intubated to assist with his breathing.
The actor’s condition has been described as “very critical,” with his life “hanging in the balance.”
Meanwhile, loved ones and well-wishers are calling for support to help cover the costs of his medical treatment.
Mawuli Semevo, a beloved figure in Ghana’s entertainment industry, has touched countless lives through his work on screen. He has played roles in movies such as ‘Harvest at 17’, ‘A Stab in the Dark’, ‘Escape of Love’, ‘Like Cotten Twines’ and ‘The Good Old Days: The Love of AA.’
Watch the video below:
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
