The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has appealed to banks and financial institutions to reschedule the financial obligations of traders at the Kantamanto market, following the devastating fire outbreak last week. Speaking to journalists after the association donated GH₵40,000 to support the reconstruction of the market, the First ViceContinue Reading
The First Vice President of the Ghana Union of Traders Associations (GUTA), Clement Boateng, has appealed to the Gbese Mantse II to exercise leniency towards traders affected by the recent Kantamanto Market fire. He urged the paramount chief to allow the traders to temporarily erect wooden structures to sustain theirContinue Reading
The Gbese Stool, under the leadership of Paramount Chief Nii Ayi Bonte II, has cautioned individuals against constructing wooden structures on the Katamanto lands, emphasizing that the property is not owned by the government. At a press conference, Nii Ayi Bonte II reiterated the Gbese Stool’s claim to the land,Continue Reading
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has expressed concern over the failure of many local assemblies to implement fire prevention recommendations provided by the service. According to the fire service, despite issuing numerous guidelines and suggestions aimed at reducing fire risks in communities, many assemblies have not taken the necessaryContinue Reading
GCB Bank has announced the temporary closure of its Liberty Branch in Accra due to a fire outbreak at the Katamanto market. The decision is to prioritize the safety of bank staff, customers and assets. In a statement, GCB Bank assured its customers that measures have been put in placeContinue Reading
Thirteen fire tenders have been deployed in the Greater Accra Region to combat a fire outbreak at the Kantamanto market. The fire, which began around 1:00 a.m., has ravaged numerous shops within the market, causing significant destruction. Firefighters are working tirelessly to bring the situation under control and prevent furtherContinue Reading
In the early hours of January 2, 2025, a devastating fire swept through the Kantamanto Market in Accra, leaving traders in despair as they counted their losses. The market, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of goods, was reduced to ashes in a matter of hours. The sceneContinue Reading
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has clarified its response to the devastating fire that engulfed the Kantamanto market, destroying over 100 shops. According to the GNFS, the close proximity of the shops made it easier for the fire to spread rapidly, resulting in extensive damage. This explanation comes inContinue Reading