Mustafa K. Anuar

Mustafa is a senior journalist with The Malaysian Insight.


Monday, 26 Jul 2021 03:01 PM

Contract doctors striking out their Hippocratic Oath?

Hartal mounted as the last resort to tell the government that their plight must be addressed urgently.

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Contract doctors striking out their Hippocratic Oath?

Wednesday, 14 Jul 2021 01:16 PM

Living the hard life in pandemic-stricken Malaysia

Ordinary people at wit’s end attempting to put food on the table.

Living the hard life in pandemic-stricken Malaysia

Monday, 05 Jul 2021 11:00 AM

A head buried in sand raises two flags in hand

Malaysians offer solidarity and assistance to each other amid collective outrage at the government’s mishandling of the pandemic.

 A head buried in sand raises two flags in hand

Friday, 02 Jul 2021 11:00 AM

Durian treat gone thorny for deputy speaker

People expect SOP to be applied equally to all, irrespective of social status.

Durian treat gone thorny for deputy speaker

Wednesday, 30 Jun 2021 11:21 AM

When desperation grips Malaysians

Comprehensive long-term strategy needed to save people from stress, despair, low self-esteem.

When desperation grips Malaysians


Friday, 18 Jun 2021 02:00 PM

A phrase waiting to be defined as soon as possible

‘ASAP’ has become bone of contention among politicians that revolves around the nagging question of when Parliament should be reconvened.

A phrase waiting to be defined as soon as possible

Thursday, 22 Apr 2021 11:00 AM

When even helping becomes a racial issue

To insist there’s a hidden agenda behind every extension of help is over the top.

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When even helping becomes a racial issue

Sunday, 18 Apr 2021 02:00 PM

Beating disrespect in diverse Malaysia

People should understand and appreciate the diversity of Malaysian society, warts and all.

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Beating disrespect in diverse Malaysia

Sunday, 28 Feb 2021 04:58 PM

When elite politics competes with people’s interests

An election may not be what people who are wondering how to put food on the table are hoping for.

When elite politics competes with people’s interests

Monday, 08 Feb 2021 11:00 AM

SOP shouldn’t eclipse lunar new year

One would assume that politicians in a milticultural society are aware of cultures other than their own.

SOP shouldn’t eclipse lunar new year

Tuesday, 02 Feb 2021 11:00 AM

Heavier fines to arrest Covid-19 spike?

An educational approach may be more effective rather than monetary penalties in a time of economic malaise.

Heavier fines to arrest Covid-19 spike?

Saturday, 23 Jan 2021 02:00 PM

Fear of diverse ideas in university

Varsities cannot aim to nurture critical thinkers while disallowing different ideologies and perspectives.

Fear of diverse ideas in university

Saturday, 09 Jan 2021 11:00 AM

Why driving around Penang in a Mercedes is a bad idea

Disheartening for voters to see symbol of wealth in a time of crisis.

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Why driving around Penang in a Mercedes is a bad idea

Sunday, 03 Jan 2021 01:55 PM

Party membership that’s a steal

If Umno members are being bought over by Bersatu, then the party should take the opportunity to cleanse itself.

Party membership that’s a steal

Sunday, 13 Dec 2020 11:11 AM

Youthful zest for nation building

Volunteerism alive and well among young Malaysians.

Youthful zest for nation building