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Fire guts auto parts warehouse at Bubuashie, one fire officer injured

A warehouse dealing in auto parts has been destroyed by fire at Bubuashie Atico Junction in Accra, with one firefighter injured during efforts to...

No excuse for delay in GHS1 fuel levy report — MP fires government [Audio]

The Member of Parliament for Afigya Kwabre North, Collins Adomako-Mensah, has questioned government over delays in submitting a mandatory report on the Energy Sector...

Netherlands fire chief in Ghana to assess market fires, explore collaboration

The Chief Fire Officer of the Netherlands, Johan Tuitert, is in Ghana to assess the country’s fire outbreak situation, with particular attention to recurring...

Fire guts two-storey apartment at Ashaley Botwe [Video]

A fire has partially destroyed a storey building at Ashaley Botwe in the Adentan Municipality, reportedly owned by Prophet Daniel Obinim, widely known as...

US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan

The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan, potentially suspending a six-week-old war that has killed thousands, spread across...

Over 220 wooden structures destroyed as fire guts Dagomba Line in Kumasi

A devastating fire has destroyed over 220 wooden structures at Dagomba Line near Oforikrom in Kumasi in the early hours of the day. The blaze,...

Oil slides below $100 after Trump announces two-week ceasefire

Oil fell below $100 per barrel on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, subject to the immediate and safe...

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire, Iran says safe passage through Hormuz possible

U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday, less than two hours before his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait...

KMA yet to present investigative report after third fire incident renders Afful Nkwanta residents...

Slum dwellers at the Dagomba Line populated settlement at Afful-Nkwanta this year, despite promises from the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly to conduct a comprehensive investigation...

One injured as fire destroys 14-bedroom house at Kwame Danso

A 14-bedroom house has been completely destroyed by fire at Kwame Danso in the Sene West District of the Bono East Region, leaving several...
Smoke rises over Azadi Square following a strike, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 6, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video. Social Media via REUTERS Purchase Licensing Rights

Iran rejects ceasefire as deadline nears on Trump ‘hell’ ultimatum

Iran said on Monday, April 6 it wanted a lasting end to the war with the U.S. and Israel, and pushed back against pressure...

Fire Service responds swiftly after tanker overturns near Debiso

A bulk road vehicle carrying 13,000 litres of diesel overturned on a sharp curve near Gyesewobre, close to Debiso in the Western North Region,...

Carnival fever grips Gomoa as Bonfire Night delivers thrilling opener

The 2026 Gomoa Easter Carnival roared to life on Thursday night with a massive turnout at the Crown Forest Resort, where revellers gathered for...

Firefighters avert explosion after fuel tanker accident at Adidome Dorfor

A potentially dangerous situation was brought under control at Adidome Dorfor in the early hours of Friday after a fuel tanker carrying petrol overturned,...

Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

US President Donald Trump has removed Attorney General Pam Bondi, a longtime ally and fierce defender of his administration, from her post as America's...

Wa Fire Station honoured for climate resilience efforts at REACH awards

Upper West Fire Station Recognised For Community Safety Efforts The Upper West Fire Station has been recognised for its contributions to community safety and climate...

MCE pledges to cover medical bills, funeral costs for victims of Lower Manya Krobo...

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for , John Atteh Matey, has pledged to cover the medical bills of a survivor and support funeral arrangements...

Electrical fault sparks fire in shop at Kpetoe Anloto

A suspected electrical fault has sparked a fire outbreak in a shop at Kpetoe Anloto, causing damage but no casualties. The incident occurred on Sunday,...

Wooden structures destroyed in fire outbreak at Ashaiman Tulaku

Several wooden structures have been destroyed following a fire outbreak at Ashaiman Tulaku. The incident occurred at about 5:20 p.m. on Tuesday, with flames rapidly...

Two burnt to death, one injured in fire outbreak at Lower Manya Krobo

Two persons have been burnt to death in a domestic fire outbreak at Kodjonya, a suburb of Lower Manya Krobo in Eastern region on...

Gyokeres’ late winner fires Sweden past Poland to World Cup

Viktor Gyokeres scored a dramatic 88th-minute winner as Graham Potter's Sweden overcame Poland in their play-off final to reach this summer's World Cup. Poland twice...

Bleeding flames: The heartbreaking betrayal of Ghana’s forgotten firefighters

In the chaotic heartbeat of Ghana, where flames devour markets, homes crumble, and desperate cries echo from the rubble, Ghana’s firefighters rush toward danger...

Fire destroys sections of Ofankor wood market

Firefighters have contained a commercial fire outbreak at a wood market at Ofankor-Muse in the early hours of Saturday, March 28, 2026. The Ghana National...

Lithium battery fire erupts at Brekuso Transmission Centre

A fire outbreak involving lithium batteries has been contained at the Ghana Digital Terrestrial Transmission Centre in Brekuso, with no casualties recorded. The incident occurred...

Electrical fault sparks fire in cold store at Nsawam Market

A late-night fire outbreak at a cold store in the Nsawam Main Market has been linked to an electrical fault, authorities have confirmed. The incident,...

Firefighters avert disaster after fuel tanker overturns at VALCO roundabout

A major road incident disrupted traffic at the Valco Roundabout in Tema on Friday morning after a fuel tanker overturned, spilling a large quantity...

Fire damages container at Suhum market

An early morning fire outbreak has caused damage to a container at the Suhum Market, prompting a swift response from firefighters. The blaze, which occurred...

Machinery destroyed as fire guts plastic recycling facility at Afienya

A fire outbreak has destroyed critical machinery at a plastic recycling facility at Philip Kope near Afienya in the Greater Accra Region, raising concerns...

Fire razes plywood company at Asempaneye

A devastating fire has completely destroyed the HJZ Plywood Company located in Asempaneye, within the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality. The intense blaze engulfed the company’s...

Adum Blue Light fire victims to stage “Y’adi Yɛ Sika Demo”, to demand accountability...

Victims of last year’s major fire incident at Adum Blue Light Arena are planning to stage a demonstration, giving their leaders a one-week ultimatum...

Tensions resurface in Nkwanta South after fire destroys houses

Tensions have resurfaced in the Nkwanta South Municipality following a fire outbreak that destroyed more than five houses in Keri, a farming community in...

Heavy rainstorm rips roofs off EC, Fire Service offices in Juaboso

A heavy rainstorm accompanied by strong winds has caused extensive damage to several public offices in Juaboso, in the Western North Region, ripping off...

Pilot, co-pilot killed, dozens injured after Air Canada flight hits fire truck

An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck while landing at New York’s LaGuardia Airport Sunday, killing the pilot and copilot and injuring...

GNFS organizes advanced fire investigation training for officers

Personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service at the Breman Fire Station have successfully completed an intensive training programme on fire investigation, evidence collection,...

Fire ravages 18 container shops at Konongo Main Station

A fire swept through a row of metal container shops at Konongo Main Station in the Newtown Electoral Area in the early hours of...

Early indications show Israel tank fire hit UN Lebanon base injuring Ghanaian peacekeepers, source...

Initial findings by an internal U.N. inquiry suggest Israeli tank fire hit a U.N. position in southern Lebanon on March 6, wounding Ghanaian ​peacekeepers,...

Two firefighters injured after fuel tanker explosion at Potsin Junction

Two fire service officers sustained injuries after falling from their fire tender during a second explosion involving a petrol tanker at Potsin Junction. The tanker,...

Grader working on Ajumako–Swedru road project catches fire [Photos]

A grader working on the Ajumako–Swedru Road expansion project was destroyed by fire after it caught flames at Ajumako Amia. The incident prompted a swift...

Over 12 cars destroyed as fire ravages mechanic shop at Magazine

More than a dozen vehicles were destroyed after a fire swept through an auto mechanic shop at Magazine New Road, Zone 11, near Akwasi...

Konongo fire: MCE warns victims against rebuilding at affected site

The Municipal Chief Executive for Asante Akyem Central Municipality, Ebenezer Ekow Aidoo, has cautioned residents affected by a recent fire outbreak at Konongo not...