A devastating fire at Madina-Ritz Junction in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality has destroyed over 70 shops.

This marks the third such incident this year and the fifth within the past two years.

The cause of the fire is unknown, but previous investigations have suggested conflicts between factions in the area.

The affected structures include metal containers used as shops and homes.

Fire Service teams responded to the scene to extinguish the flames, and fortunately, no deaths or injuries have been reported.