Fire has destroyed the China City Mall at Santasi in Kumasi, causing heavy damage to the building and goods.

The fire started on Thursday, October 30, and quickly spread through the mall, with thick smoke visible from a distance.

Early reports suggest it began at the back of the building before engulfing the entire structure.

Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service worked to control the blaze, but the mall, which contained shops selling groceries, electronics, and home items, was completely lost.

Witnesses said the fire moved so fast that most traders could not save their goods.

China City Mall, which opened earlier this year, had become a popular shopping spot for Kumasi residents.

The Ghana National Fire Service has begun investigating the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage.

Sompaonline.com