- Ghanaian actor Mawuli Semevo critically injured in fire accident
- He suffers severe burns on 44% of his body and respiratory injuries
- Entertainment industry rallies support for actor's recovery
A devastating fire accident has left veteran Ghanaian actor Mawuli Semevo in critical condition, with severe burns covering a significant portion of his body.
According to a report by Judith Addison of Beyond Burns International, a non-profit organization that advocates for and supports burn survivors, Mawuli’s situation is dire and requires immediate medical attention.
“Beyond Burns International received an SOS about an unfortunate incident. We visited him today, and veteran actor Mawuli Semevo has suffered severe burns. His condition is critical, and his life hangs in the balance,” Ms. Judith stated in a video report shared on the organization’s social media pages.
Mawuli was asleep in his home when the fire broke out, engulfing him in flames. “He has sustained burns on 44% of his body, along with severe respiratory injuries that have made breathing difficult. The burns extend from his head to his legs, and he has lost all his hair,” she added.
Mawuli Semevo is a celebrated figure in the Ghanaian entertainment industry, known for his outstanding performances in stage and film productions, including Harvest at 17, A Stab in the Dark, Escape of Love, Like Cotton Twines, and The Good Old Days: The Love of AA.
As news of his accident spreads, the entertainment industry and well-wishers are rallying support for the actor as he fights for his recovery.
