"It was too late" – Mawuli Semevo’s brother details fire incident that killed star

The family of well-known actor Mawuli Semevo has recounted the tragic fire incident that claimed his life. As per his brother’s account, Mawuli had come back from an appearance on TV3, spent some time on his laptop, and then retired for the night.

But in the early hours, he was roused by alarming cries, only to discover that his brother’s residence was consumed by a raging fire.

“He went to TV3 for an interview, worked on his laptop upon his return, and then slept. I rushed to his location and saw thick smoke. The house was in flames,” he recounted in an interview with One Ghana TV.

Believing his brother had already escaped, he stepped inside to assess the situation before realizing the gravity of the danger.

“I entered to assess the situation and then came out, assuming he had already made it to safety. That was when disaster struck—he was trapped as the fire’s intensity increased.”

Despite his desperate attempt to rescue Mawuli, the flames had spread rapidly.

“I tied a rope to a nearby bed and threw it to him, telling him to hold on so I could pull him out. But it didn’t work. I assured Mawuli that help was on the way, as firefighters were en route. However, by the time they arrived, he had sustained severe burns on his limbs, face, and legs, leading to his demise.”

On Thursday, February 20, 2025, Mawuli Semevo succumbed to burn injuries and was declared dead at Ridge Hospital.

Mawuli was a revered actor, acclaimed for his outstanding contributions to film and theater. Among his many memorable works are A Stab in the Dark, Harvest at 17, Escape of Love, The Good Old Days: The Love of AA, and Like Cotton Twines.