Zulfikar Mustapha
Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture in Guyana, known for his commitment to enhancing agricultural practices and infrastructure in the country. He plays a pivotal role in implementing government policies aimed at improving drainage and irrigation systems, which are crucial for both agricultural productivity and community welfare. Recently, he was in the news for handing over four mini-excavators to Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) on the East Coast of Demerara, part of a broader initiative to invest in drainage infrastructure across the region.
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Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture who facilitated the partnership between local farmers and Rizek Cacao.
Dominican Republic cocoa producer to cultivate 2,500 acres here
Guyana· 2026-03-05
Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture in Guyana and is overseeing the establishment of the first aquaculture feed mill in the country.
Aquaculture feed mill nearing completion - MustaphaGuyana· 2026-03-01Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha described the launch as a significant step in modernising the sector.
Agri Ministry launches farmers app to boost sector supportGuyana· 2026-02-27Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha discussed the benefits of the corn and soya project for livestock farmers.
Corn, soya project has led to cheaper feed for farmers – MustaphaGuyana· 2026-02-17Zulfikar Mustapha announced the initiative for a digital seafood market platform during the 2026 Budget Debate.
Gov’t to launch digital seafood platform under $1.5B fisheries allocationGuyana· 2026-02-16Zulfikar Mustapha was part of the ministerial task force that conducted site visits in flooded areas.
City flooded again from heavy rainGuyana· 2026-02-13
Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, was part of the ministerial task force that inspected flood-affected areas.
City hit by flash floodingGuyana· 2026-02-13Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha squared off with APNU MP Vinceroy Jordan over the status of agro-processing facilities.
Mustapha and Jordan square off over status of Fort Wellington agro-processing facilityGuyana· 2026-02-12
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha assured Parliament that GuySuCo will be profitable in 2030.
Mustapha assures Parliament GuySuCo will be profitable in 2030Guyana· 2026-02-11Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture who clashed with MP Vinceroy Jordan over the status of the Auditor General’s probe.
New GMC eggs racket probe triggers fierce clash in Committee of SupplyGuyana· 2026-02-11
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha reported on the government's blacklisting of delinquent contractors.
Gov’t has blacklisted 30 contractors – MustaphaGuyana· 2026-02-11
Zulfikar Mustapha responded to Vishnu Panday's criticisms during the assembly.
Panday roasts gov’t over sugar management, Mustapha fires backGuyana· 2026-02-04
The government must be made to tell the people which democratic institutions are currently investigating the alleged misconduct of Zulfikar Mustapha.
It is not the size of the budget but the evidence that it was able to reduce pressures under which Guyanese liveGuyana· 2026-02-03
Minister Zulfikar Mustapha is mentioned in relation to allegations of financial misconduct.
The legislature’s role is not to pre-judge members, a competent court rules otherwiseGuyana· 2026-01-26
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha met with some of the farmers yesterday in Region Five to discuss developments in the rice sector.
Hundreds of Region Five rice farmers to receive historic crop insurance payoutGuyana· 2026-01-25The distribution was overseen by Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha.
Goolsarran questions legality of post year-end cash grants to fishermenGuyana· 2026-01-22
Zulfikar Mustapha is also mentioned in the context of unresolved public allegations involving senior officials.
Speaker has yet another opportunity to redeem himselfGuyana· 2026-01-22
Minister Zulfikar Mustapha is responsible for the figure of GUY$2.1 million for the subsidy.
The Ministry of Agriculture should publish its methodology used to arrive at its $2.1M paddy paymentGuyana· 2026-01-16
Mr. Zulfikar Mustapha is also mentioned as someone who cannot help the system in the Ministry of Agriculture.
Irfaan Ali’s administration represents a continuum that incentivises political compliance over public service managerial competenceGuyana· 2026-01-15
Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture mentioned in relation to wealth accumulation claims.
Minister Rodrigues’ properties - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-01-12
Zulfikar Mustapha oversaw the grant distribution.
Region Two fisherfolk get $150,000 grant from gov’tGuyana· 2026-01-11
Zulfikar Mustapha is being criticized for not providing evidence to support his claims of innocence regarding allegations of wealth and property legitimacy.
Zulfikar Mustapha should sue Mohamed and present his evidence in a court of law, not in press statementsGuyana· 2025-12-25
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha criticized Azruddin Mohamed for his Facebook posts.
Mustapha flays Mohamed over postsGuyana· 2025-12-24
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has publicly emphasized that private investment will complement and strengthen GuySuCo.
Globally resilient economies are often reliant on public-private partnershipsGuyana· 2025-12-23
Zulfikar Mustapha is the Agriculture Minister who launched the Melanie Shadehouse and Women Empowerment Projects.
Shadehouse, women empowerment programme launched in MelanieGuyana· 2025-12-22Zulfikar Mustapha is the Agriculture Minister who met with cattle farmers to address the issue of cattle rustling.
Enmore cattle farmers promised relief from rustlingGuyana· 2025-12-21
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha stated that several projects are under way to reduce flood-related disruptions.
Garbage buildup in sluices and drains responsible for city flooding - MustaphaGuyana· 2025-12-12
Zulfikar Mustapha is the Minister of Agriculture who is also criticized for the failures in the drainage infrastructure.
Flooding in city makes mockery of President’s claim, NDIA workGuyana· 2025-12-07Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, was part of the meeting.
Investors, experts from India analysing sugar assetsGuyana· 2025-12-06
Minister Zulfikar Mustapha is criticized for being a representation of the quality of the ministerial class in the PPP Government.
Voter sentiment shifts have rewritten both the PPP/C and APNU’s authority to dictate the political landscapeGuyana· 2025-11-23
