By Seli Baisie
Veteran Ghanaian actor Mawuli Semevo has passed away after sustaining severe burns in a domestic fire at his residence in Adenta SSNIT Flats, Accra.
The incident occurred on Friday, February 7, when a fire broke out in his living room while he was asleep in the bedroom. Reports indicate that he ran through the flames to escape but collapsed outside. Neighbours rushed him to Ridge Hospital, where he was receiving treatment for his injuries.
Medical experts had initially estimated that his chances of survival could only be determined after 21 days. However, he succumbed to his injuries today, just 13 days after the incident.
His death was confirmed by actor and creative lead of Image Bureau, George Quaye, who paid tribute to Semevo’s legacy, describing him as a remarkable talent in Ghana’s entertainment industry.
Semevo was widely respected for his contributions to both stage and screen. His filmography includes notable roles in productions such as Harvest at 17, A Stab in the Dark, Escape of Love, Like Cotton Twines, and The Good Old Days: The Love of AA.
He also played Baba Fakunle in the adaptation of Ola Rotimi’s The Gods Are Not to Blame, staged at the National Theatre last year by Image Bureau and April Productions.
His passing marks a significant loss to Ghana’s creative arts industry.
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