January 2025 saw a series of devastating fires across major markets in the country, sparking widespread concerns about fire safety and the need for more robust preventive measures at these public places.
The recurring fires caused significant damages to businesses and disrupted the livelihoods of thousands of traders.
Here's a look at the market fires that occurred throughout the month of January Kantamanto Market, Accra On January 2, 2025, fire broke out at the Kantamanto Market, one of the largest secondhand clothing markets in the country.
Several stalls were destroyed, leaving scores of traders displaced.
