Ghana: Huge Fire Destroyed Large Used Clothes Bazaar · Global Voices

A very large one turned her into ashes the largest purchase of used clothes. In despair thousands of merchants in the capital Accra, as losses in the local economy are incalculable. The fire broke out late New Year’s night and burned down a large portion of the giant Candamado market in Accra, disaster management service in Ghana said. CORVERSE The national fire department mobilised 13 vehicles to face the fire. On Thursday (02.01.2024), only ruins still smoked were left on the streets that until recently were teeming with life. Hundreds of sellers, most of whom engaged in the resale of second-hand, imported clothing, now face an uncertain future. According to local agencies, the value of the goods burned amounts to millions in the local currency. “This is a disaster,” commented Alex King Nartey, the fire department spokesman. “We had no serious injuries, but the losses to the economy are enormous. According to the first evidence, a short circuit may have caused the fire, but we do not exclude arson,” he added. CORVERSE The representative said that the operation for the complete extinguishing of the fire could continue on Friday (03.01.2025). Devastating Fire Razes Kantamanto Market, Ghana’s Largest Used Clothes Market A massive fire broke out at Accra’s Kantamanto Market early on Jan 2nd, destroying over 100 shops and causing millions of cedis in losses. Home to over 30,000 dealers, the market is a crucial hub in… — Volcaholic (@volcaholic1) Kadamado’s second-hand clothing market, in which more than 30,000 merchants were active, is located in the “heart” of Accra’s business district and was a source of income for many people. The Ghanaian government has not yet announced whether it will take any relief measures for the affected.