Certain areas of Kumasi Central Market are engulfed in flames.

Kumasi Central Market fire
A fire has destroyed the French-Line portion of the Kumasi Central Market, causing severe damage to companies that sell phones, apparel, locally made sandals, and medical supplies.

Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 7 a.m., the fire broke out, sending store owners into a panic trying to save their belongings.


Firefighters are struggling to contain the fire despite the deployment of four fire engines, which is made worse by the substantial damage and possible dangers in the affected region.

Some retailers were able to salvage a portion of their inventory, but many others are facing complete losses, which puts a heavy financial burden on them.


The inquiry is still ongoing because the cause of the fire is still unknown.