Devastating Ghana explosion - in pictures

  • People gather where buildings once stood after a blast caused by a crash between a truck carrying explosives and a motorcycle occurred near the city of Bogoso, Ghana. All photos: AFP
    People gather where buildings once stood after a blast caused by a crash between a truck carrying explosives and a motorcycle occurred near the city of Bogoso, Ghana. All photos: AFP
  • At least 17 people were killed and 59 injured.
    At least 17 people were killed and 59 injured.
  • Forty-two people are receiving treatment in hospitals or health centres and some are in a critical condition.
    Forty-two people are receiving treatment in hospitals or health centres and some are in a critical condition.
  • The blast left a huge crater and reduced dozens of buildings to dust-covered piles of wood and metal.
    The blast left a huge crater and reduced dozens of buildings to dust-covered piles of wood and metal.
  • Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo called it a 'truly sad, unfortunate and tragic incident' and expressed 'deep condolences to the families of the deceased'.
    Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo called it a 'truly sad, unfortunate and tragic incident' and expressed 'deep condolences to the families of the deceased'.
  • Plumes of black smoke fill the air.
    Plumes of black smoke fill the air.