Mustafa Centre

Mustafa Centre is a large 24-hour shopping complex located at 145 Syed Alwi Road in Little India, within the Rochor planning area of Singapore. Established in 1971, it occupies two main buildings and offers a wide range of goods including electronics, groceries, jewellery, clothing, cosmetics and souvenirs. Known for its extensive variety, competitive prices and round-the-clock operation, it is a prominent retail landmark serving both residents and tourists in central Singapore.

Visitors can expect a densely packed, multi-storey indoor shopping complex with narrow aisles and shelves stocked with over 300,000 items across electronics, fashion, groceries, watches, jewellery, cosmetics, luggage and souvenirs. The centre comprises two main buildings connected by a bridge, with air-conditioned interiors, currency exchange counters, a rooftop restaurant and a supermarket section. The surroundings are in the bustling Little India district with busy streets, heritage shophouses and easy access to MRT and bus services.

Founded in 1971 by Mustaq Ahmad as a small retail shop on Campbell Lane in Little India, Mustafa Centre expanded gradually and moved to its current location at 145 Syed Alwi Road. It grew from a modest textile and clothing store into a major 24-hour department store complex, becoming one of Singapore's most well-known independent retail institutions.

Mustafa Centre is an iconic retail landmark of Little India and a reflection of Singapore's multicultural commercial heritage. It serves a diverse clientele of locals and tourists and is known for offering products catering to South Asian, Middle Eastern and international communities, contributing to the cultural and commercial vibrancy of the Little India precinct.