The Equator (newspaper)

The Equator was a daily newspaper published in Mombasa, Kenya, during the colonial period. It served primarily the European population of the coastal region and focused on news of interest to that community. Publication spanned from the early to mid-20th century, although precise dates are difficult to ascertain definitively. The newspaper's content typically included reports on local events, shipping news, social gatherings, advertisements catering to European tastes, and news from the British Empire. The Equator offers a valuable, though biased, perspective on life in colonial Kenya, reflecting the social, economic, and political concerns of the dominant European settler class. Accessing surviving copies of The Equator can provide insights into colonial attitudes, commercial activities, and the evolution of Mombasa as a key port city. Its historical significance lies in its representation of a specific segment of Kenyan society during a period of immense social and political transformation.